# Axure RP, Sketch vs Affinity Designer Comparison

| | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.2 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.6 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 277 | 1,226 | 260 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (36.3% of reviews) | Small-Business (53.1% of reviews) | Small-Business (80.0% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | Free | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Axure RP

**Not enough data**

### Sketch

Pros:
- Ease of Use (13 reviews)
- Features (7 reviews)

Cons:
- Platform Exclusivity (6 reviews)
- Poor Collaboration (6 reviews)

### Affinity Designer

Pros:
- Ease of Use (10 reviews)
- Quality (6 reviews)

Cons:
- Tool Limitations (4 reviews)
- Import Issues (3 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.3 (246 reviews) | 8.7 (1096 reviews) | 9.0 (207 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 6.8 (246 reviews) | 8.9 (1101 reviews) | 8.8 (208 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.1 (71 reviews) | 9.2 (197 reviews) | 9.4 (48 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 7.8 (62 reviews) | 8.9 (160 reviews) | 9.2 (25 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 7.9 (177 reviews) | 8.3 (741 reviews) | 8.7 (162 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.4 (54 reviews) | 9.0 (131 reviews) | 9.6 (22 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 6.5 (255 reviews) | 8.6 (1079 reviews) | 9.3 (197 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Axure RP

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Sketch

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: 30 day trial

Price: Free

Key Features:
- Fully featured Trial. Download to get started: https://www.sketch.com/downloads/ma
- Design, prototype and illustrate
- Collaborate in real-time

[Browse all 6 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/sketch/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Affinity Designer

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Prototyping

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Axure RP** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sketch** | 8.4/10 | 19 |
| **Affinity Designer** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform Basics

| Feature | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Modeling Tools** | Not enough data | 9.0 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Feedback and Communication** | Not enough data | 7.9 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Framework Libraries** | Not enough data | 8.6 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | 9.2 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality

| Feature | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Sharing Components** | Not enough data | 8.7 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Error Documentation** | Not enough data | 7.4 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **User Interface Testing** | Not enough data | 8.5 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Presentation Integrations** | Not enough data | 7.6 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Prototyping

| Feature | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Wireframing

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Axure RP** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sketch** | 8.2/10 | 18 |
| **Affinity Designer** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform Basics

| Feature | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Importing Abilities** | Not enough data | 8.3 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Content Design Tools** | Not enough data | 8.6 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Framework Libraries** | Not enough data | 8.5 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Outlining Tools** | Not enough data | 8.5 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Mockup Creations** | Not enough data | 8.8 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality

| Feature | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Collaboration Software Integration** | Not enough data | 7.5 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Feedback Communication** | Not enough data | 7.9 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Exporting Capabilities** | Not enough data | 8.6 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Software Design Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Axure RP** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sketch** | N/A | N/A |
| **Affinity Designer** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform Basics

| Feature | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Mockup Creations** | Not enough data | 8.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Outlining Tools** | Not enough data | 8.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Import Graphic Design Tools** | Not enough data | 8.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Feedback Communication** | Not enough data | 8.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Content Libraries** | Not enough data | 8.8 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Export Wireframes and Prototypes** | Not enough data | 8.3 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Basics - Software Design Platforms

| Feature | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **User Interface Testing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Presentation Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Error Documentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Sharing Components** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality

| Feature | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Design and Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Capabilities** | Not enough data | 7.6 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Diagramming and Collaborative Whiteboard Integrations** | Not enough data | 8.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Documenting Trial Errors** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality - Software Design Platforms

| Feature | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Editing Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Framework Libraries** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Feedback and Communication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Modeling Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories

**Unique to Axure RP (1):** [Prototyping Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/prototyping)

**Unique to Sketch (5):** [Diagramming Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/diagramming), [Vector Graphics Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/vector-graphics), [Prototyping Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/prototyping), [Wireframing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/wireframing), [Software Design Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/software-design-platforms)

**Unique to Affinity Designer (1):** [Vector Graphics Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/vector-graphics)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Axure RP | Sketch | Affinity Designer | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 36.3% | 53.1% | 80.0% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 27.8% | 28.8% | 10.8% | 
| **Enterprise** | 35.9% | 18.2% | 9.2% | 

### By Industry

#### Axure RP

- **Information Technology and Services:** 18.9%
- **Computer Software:** 14.1%
- **Design:** 14.1%
- **Internet:** 8.9%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 8.9%
- **Financial Services:** 5.2%
- **E-Learning:** 3.0%
- **Higher Education:** 2.2%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 1.9%
- **Graphic Design:** 1.5%
- **Other:** 21.5%

#### Sketch

- **Design:** 17.7%
- **Computer Software:** 14.9%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 10.4%
- **Internet:** 9.6%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 8.1%
- **Graphic Design:** 5.7%
- **Financial Services:** 2.2%
- **Higher Education:** 1.9%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 1.2%
- **Retail:** 1.1%
- **Other:** 27.2%

#### Affinity Designer

- **Graphic Design:** 16.3%
- **Design:** 15.5%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 9.0%
- **Computer Software:** 5.7%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 4.5%
- **Entertainment:** 2.9%
- **Apparel & Fashion:** 2.4%
- **Architecture & Planning:** 2.4%
- **Religious Institutions:** 2.4%
- **Consumer Goods:** 2.0%
- **Other:** 36.7%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Axure RP

- [Figma](https://www.g2.com/products/figma/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (1547 reviews)
- [InVision](https://www.g2.com/products/invision/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (683 reviews)
- [Adobe XD](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-xd/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (511 reviews)
- [Marvel](https://www.g2.com/products/marvel/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (227 reviews)
- [UXPin](https://www.g2.com/products/uxpin/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (118 reviews)
- [Moqups](https://www.g2.com/products/moqups/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (91 reviews)
- [ProtoPie](https://www.g2.com/products/protopie/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (24 reviews)
- [Flinto](https://www.g2.com/products/flinto/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (26 reviews)
- [Balsamiq](https://www.g2.com/products/balsamiq/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (500 reviews)
- [Justinmind](https://www.g2.com/products/justinmind/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (55 reviews)

### Alternatives to Sketch

- [Miro](https://www.g2.com/products/miro/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (13079 reviews)
- [Figma](https://www.g2.com/products/figma/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (1547 reviews)
- [InVision](https://www.g2.com/products/invision/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (683 reviews)
- [Balsamiq](https://www.g2.com/products/balsamiq/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (500 reviews)
- [Moqups](https://www.g2.com/products/moqups/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (91 reviews)
- [Marvel](https://www.g2.com/products/marvel/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (227 reviews)
- [Adobe XD](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-xd/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (511 reviews)
- [UXPin](https://www.g2.com/products/uxpin/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (118 reviews)
- [Lucid Visual Collaboration Suite](https://www.g2.com/products/lucid-software-inc-lucid-visual-collaboration-suite/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (8642 reviews)
- [Visio](https://www.g2.com/products/visio/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (689 reviews)

### Alternatives to Affinity Designer

- [Adobe Illustrator](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-illustrator/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (6164 reviews)
- [CorelDRAW](https://www.g2.com/products/coreldraw/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (554 reviews)
- [Inkscape](https://www.g2.com/products/inkscape/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (416 reviews)
- [Gravit Designer](https://www.g2.com/products/gravit-designer/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (43 reviews)
- [Linearity Curve](https://www.g2.com/products/linearity-curve/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (17 reviews)
- [Lunacy](https://www.g2.com/products/lunacy/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (26 reviews)
- [Snappa](https://www.g2.com/products/snappa/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (40 reviews)
- [Vector Magic](https://www.g2.com/products/vector-magic/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (95 reviews)
- [Adobe Capture](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-capture/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (179 reviews)
- [Recraft](https://www.g2.com/products/recraft/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (455 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Axure RP

- Title: [What is axure RP used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-axure-rp-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Axure RP is used to quickly build detailed simulations of software experiences."

### Sketch

- Title: [Is sketch for windows coming soon?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-sketch-for-windows-coming-soon) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Unfortunately no! But there is an app called Lunacy which supports Sketch files:
https://icons8.com/lunacy"
- Title: [What is Sketch used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-sketch-used-for) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Creating Apps, Websites, logos, and much more. With a primary focus on UX/UI design. 
For both freelancers or teams of all sizes. It offers real-time..."
- Title: [Is sketch software free?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-sketch-software-free) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "You need to pay a license"
- Title: [What is sketch software used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-sketch-software-used-for) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "UI & UX"
- Title: [Can I use this to build simple apps views?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-i-use-this-to-build-simple-apps-views) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Yes! Since Sketch is open source, there are even UI templates available (free and paid) that make designing apps super simple."

### Affinity Designer

- Title: [Is Affinity designer good for beginners?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/36810-is-affinity-designer-good-for-beginners) — 8 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "yes, perfect!"
- Title: [How can I add text around circle in Affinity Designer?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/34756-how-can-i-add-text-around-circle-in-affinity-designer) — 6 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Create a circle or draw a curve shape of your liking. Make sure the shape is still selected , then click hold the text tool to display the type of text,..."
- Title: [Is Affinity designer a subscription?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-affinity-designer-a-subscription) — 5 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Nope! Which is why I love it so much!!!"
- Title: [Where can I find a complete tutorial set for beginners?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/51827-where-can-i-find-a-complete-tutorial-set-for-beginners) — 5 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Here are the places I picked up the tutorials;
The Affinity Designer website  Learn..."
- Title: [What is Affinity Designer used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-affinity-designer-used-for) — 2 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "Vector and raster graphics editing"

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/axure-rp-vs-sketch-vs-affinity-designer)