The thing I like best about Adobe Illustrator is its incredible precision with vector graphics. As a designer, the ability to create infinitely scalable logos and illustrations without losing quality is essential. I also find the Pen Tool and the vast library of Adobe Fonts to be superior for detailed typography work compared to other tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The learning curve for Adobe Illustrator is quite steep for beginners compared to newer tools. Additionally, it can be very resource-intensive, which sometimes causes my laptop to run slow or heat up during complex rendering tasks. I also find the subscription model to be a bit expensive for students. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most about Adobe Illustrator is the precision and control it gives me when creating vector graphics. I can design scalable artwork without losing quality, which makes it ideal for logos and illustrations. The wide range of tools and features also provides plenty of creative freedom, so I can fine-tune details and experiment with different styles. I appreciate how smoothly it integrates with other Adobe apps as well. Overall, it’s a powerful, reliable program and a great choice for professional design work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I dislike about Adobe Illustrator is that it can feel overwhelming for beginners because of its complex interface and the sheer number of tools available. It also needs a fairly powerful computer to run smoothly, especially when you’re working on larger or more detailed projects. On top of that, the subscription cost can be quite high compared to some alternatives. I’ve also found that certain tasks that seem simple at first can require extra steps to finish, which slows down the workflow. Overall, it’s a powerful program, but it isn’t always the most beginner-friendly or the most cost-effective option. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Adobe Illustrator for vector graphics and illustrations, as well as typography. I find it to be the most reliable and oldest digital tool for vector graphics, allowing me to create any kind of illustrations I like with precision in details. I appreciate having complete control over the process and outcome. It's the first tool I ever learned to illustrate and vectorize, and I can create very detailed illustrations easily, which is essential in my work, especially when complex visual styles are required. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is the oldest and thus quite outdated in regards to interface. It has a steep learning curve, it is complicated and someone needs to spend a lot of time to learn the tool in order to use it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Illustrator is the industry standard suite and it offers an incredible amount of powerful features, utilizing AI to perform a variety of tasks. It's allowed our team to create logos and graphics in a fraction of the time it took by hand. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Pricing and support can both be a little cumbersome unfortunately. It is an expensive suite & support, while excellent, can be difficult to reach quickly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Adobe Illustrator is my go-to tool for creating vector-based research figures. The first, and most important, thing is that it’s genuinely easy to use. Most of the necessary, useful tools are readily available right on the screen. Another thing I like is that I can use Python to script some repetitive tasks in Illustrator, which saves me time.

I do have to admit that it’s not for the faint of heart when it comes to hardware. If you have a computer with less than 16GB of memory, it can be very slow. But if you have RAM in the 32GB range, you should be fine.

More recently, Adobe has added generative AI tools in Illustrator. This lets you quickly generate vector graphics in a given style and with a chosen level of detail. For me, this feature has been hit or miss: sometimes I get exactly what I asked for, and other times I end up with nothing usable. That said, it still helps me brainstorm ideas, so I’m not complaining.

I use the Illustrator plan that comes with the Creative Cloud Ultimate subscription. Since I really only use Illustrator and Acrobat from it, the price point feels quite high. However, it’s included in many lower-tier plans, and that seems like the sweet spot.

I haven’t had a chance to interact with Adobe support directly. Still, when I’ve needed answers, I’ve often ended up on their forums with the “official” Adobe support specialists. I’m sad to say I didn’t find the solution to my problem in their responses to other people even once. Instead, I found solutions from other users sharing their experiences, along with some trial and error on my end. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

My biggest pain point with Illustrator is performance. Even though I have a powerful computer, if I have multiple artboards open across multiple files, it slows down a lot, which makes it hard to work on different things at the same time. Because of that, most of the time I end up opening only one project at a time. And when I’m sharing assets between projects, I have to open the source file, export the assets, close it, then open the target file and import the asset. That workflow isn’t ideal, and it feels like it could be handled better.

Secondly, Adobe’s pricing feels weird and inconsistent. The price often goes up, and you don’t know until it hits your bank account, which can be really problematic.

Finally, Adobe tries to spam the interfaces to use their cloud-based services. That seems unethical. It's okay to advertise but nagging me to use their cloud storage every time I save my file is a bit too much. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Adobe never fails to produce some of the best technology for art and design in the market; Illustrator is no exception. One can create artwork or design files in vector format that can be saved in high res for print and digital marketing. Great for taking specific templates and using the program to create design within the parameters of the template. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

If you are opening a multiple image AI file, you can only open one at a time upon opening the program. It would be nice if there was an option to open more than one file simultaneously. (Currently on my version I have to close out the program and reopen the file to scroll through the small thumbnails to find the image I want to open within the file.) It does take some practice to use and can be difficult to maneuver at times if you are new to the program. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Adobe Illustrator to design logos and lockups for our brand partnerships. I like the ease of use and helpful tutorials that make my workflow more efficient. I love that Illustrator works seamlessly with the rest of the Adobe Suite of products, allowing me to integrate my projects with other tools. The initial setup was very easy, which was a great start for me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are times when the button presses aren't the most precise and it creates layers that I didn't intend to make. When creating layers of text or graphics, sometimes my attempt to resize that layer leads to another layer being created that I didn't want, and I have to clear it out in order to move forward with my project. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I work as a Dietician and Nutritionist, manage a homeopathy clinic, and also create health education and teaching content. My daily work includes preparing short classes, educational videos, patient guidance material, and online teaching sessions.

. I use it to design diet charts, patient education posts, and health related visuals for different conditions, which I use regularly in clinic guidance, educational posts, and online teaching sessions.

Illustrator offers many useful features, but I mainly use the ones needed for my work, such as layout design, vector visuals, and text organization. Once I got familiar with the basics, it became easier to use and fit well into my daily workflow. Setting it up and starting work did not take much effort, and it integrates smoothly with other tools I use for videos, presentations, and educational content.

As a content creator and educator, I find it very helpful for organizing information visually. I can clearly show foods to eat, foods to avoid, daily meal timing, and basic nutrition rules in one clean layout, which is easier for patients and students to understand than plain text. The vector format keeps the quality clear whether the content is used in videos, presentations, or shared digitally, and landscape layouts help me fit complete diet charts on a single page.

The AI-based vector features save time by helping me create basic visuals quickly, after which I manually edit the text to keep the information simple and correct. I use Adobe Illustrator frequently for my diet, clinic, and education related work, and whenever I needed help, customer support was quick to respond and resolve issues. Overall, it supports my work by helping me create reusable, professional health education visuals for daily practical use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I dislike about Adobe Illustrator is that it is not very quick for small edits. If I just want to change text or update a simple diet chart, it still takes a few extra steps. The interface has many tools, so sometimes finding the right option slows me down during busy clinic or content work. It also feels heavy on the system when files become large, which can affect workflow. Overall, it is powerful, but not the fastest option for quick, everyday tasks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I love the drawing tools, especially how quickly I can create precise lines and shapes for my designs. The vectorisation function in Illustrator has steadily improved over the past few years, and it keeps getting better. I also find the smoothing tool really useful for refining rough paths and correcting arcs that aren’t quite right. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find that effects like beveling and drop shadows make the file size extremely large and cumbersome to work with, especially when the files have large canvas sizes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The flexibility between other adobe programs/apps is a huge improvement. Retaining font properties and shifting back and forth to Adobe Photoshop is a blessing. I am aware of AI capabilities but I have not explored them yet Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The upgrades and nuances compared to the old toolbox are challenging to understand, and it’s hard to remember the benefits in my day-to-day work environment. I end up creating things purely out of habit. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.