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Xara Designer Pro+Affinity Designer 2
Paid

Paid software with a free trial download.

 Paid

One-time purchase; version 2 is legacy, with active development now in the unified…

Windows Windows, macOS
  • Vector drawing, photo editing and page layout in one program
  • No-code website design built in
  • Full-featured vector design tool without a subscription
  • One-time purchase model for the version 2 line
  • Paid software after the trial
  • Proprietary files and workflow tied to one vendor
  • Version 2 is legacy; new features now go into the unified Affinity app instead
  • Requires an existing v2 license to use these installers
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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