Affinity
Affinity is a professional design app from Canva that brings vector design, photo editing and page layout into one free download. Its optional Canva AI tools need a paid Canva plan.
#13 in Image & Design ToolsGraphic Design SoftwarePhoto EditorsFree plan
Who it's for
Best for
Designers leaving Adobe subscriptions
Self-publishers laying out books and print
Not for
Designers who work strictly offline without mandatory cloud logins
Teams that require crash-free stability for tight production deadlines
Features
All in one app
Vector, pixel and page-layout tools now live in a single app and a single file.
Free to use
The core app is free to download and use; its Canva AI features need a paid Canva plan.
Vector design
Draw logos, illustrations and graphics with precise pen, shape and node tools.
Photo editing
Develop raw photos and retouch them with layers, masks and adjustment tools.
Page layout
Lay out books, magazines and other print documents with master pages and text flow.
What users say
Pros
- Professional vector, photo, and layout editing tools are completely free to use without recurring subscription fees.
- Having vector, photo and layout tools in one app makes switching between jobs easy.
- Standard interface logic mirrors Photoshop and Illustrator, making vector drawing and photo editing intuitive from day one.
Cons
- Frequent Canva account sign-in prompts interrupt regular app launches.
- The new all-in-one version is buggier and heavier than the older apps.
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Global Traffic Rank
Top 100k
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