Features, pricing, and head-to-head comparison
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| Sketch | Penpot | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $12/mo | Free |
| Rating | 4.6/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Free Plan | No | Yes |
| Category | Design | Design |
| Feature | Sketch | Penpot |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-layout | ||
| Brand kit | ||
| Component libraries | ||
| Design tokens | ||
| Developer handoff | ||
| Export (PNG, SVG, PDF) | ||
| Photo editing | ||
| Plugins/extensions | Limited | |
| Prototyping | ||
| Real-time collaboration | Via plugin | |
| Templates | ||
| Vector editing | ||
| Version history |
$10/mo billed yearly
Per editor
$20/mo billed yearly
Per editor
Unlimited
Unlimited
Penpot has the lower entry price at $0/mo versus $12/mo.
Feature coverage is close, so integration quality and adoption speed should drive the decision.
Run a pilot with your top option before full migration. Implementation risk is often bigger than subscription cost.
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Based on current scoring, Sketch has the higher score (4.6/5 vs 4.4/5). The right choice still depends on your workflow and budget constraints.
Penpot offers a free plan, while Sketch starts at $12/mo. Always validate seat-based pricing at your team size.
Yes. Teams switch between Sketch and Penpot regularly. Start with a pilot migration and validate import/export coverage before full rollout.