G2

Manish R.

Graphic Designer

Graphic Design

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

8/15/2026

"Precise Vector Control and Seamless Adobe Ecosystem Integration"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Adobe Illustrator?

What I like best about Adobe Illustrator is the level of control it gives me when creating vector designs. I can work precisely with shapes, paths, typography, colors, and layouts, and it is especially useful when I need graphics that can be resized without losing quality. The interface takes some time to learn, but once you get familiar with the tools, the workflow becomes quite efficient.

I also like how well it fits into the Adobe ecosystem, especially when moving assets between Illustrator, Photoshop, and other Creative Cloud apps. Performance is generally smooth for normal design projects, although larger files with many effects or objects can take more system resources.

The main downside is the subscription cost, particularly for occasional users, but for regular design work the range of tools and professional output can make it worthwhile. Adobe's tutorials and support resources are also helpful when learning new features. The newer AI features can speed up certain tasks and provide useful starting points, although I still prefer to review and adjust the results manually before using them in a final design. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Adobe Illustrator?

The biggest downside for me is the learning curve. Illustrator has a lot of tools and settings, so the interface can feel overwhelming when you are trying to do something simple. Some tasks also require several steps when a more straightforward workflow would be easier.

Performance can slow down with very large files, especially when there are many effects, images, or complex vector objects. The subscription pricing is another drawback because it can feel expensive if you only use Illustrator occasionally.

The Adobe integrations are useful overall, but moving between different Creative Cloud apps can sometimes require extra adjustments to keep files and settings consistent. Adobe's tutorials and support resources are helpful, although finding a specific solution can take some time. The AI features are convenient for quick ideas and repetitive tasks, but I still prefer to check and refine AI-generated results manually because they are not always exactly what I want. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Adobe Illustrator solving and how is that benefiting you?

Adobe Illustrator helps me solve the problem of creating professional, scalable graphics without losing quality. I use it for things like logos, icons, layouts, illustrations, and other design assets where precise editing and clean vector output are important.

It also makes it easier to keep designs consistent because I can reuse colors, shapes, typography, and other elements across different projects. Integration with other Adobe apps is useful when a project needs both vector and image editing. For larger projects, performance can depend on file complexity and system hardware, but the workflow is generally reliable.

The AI features can also help with quick variations, generating ideas, or speeding up repetitive parts of the design process. Overall, while the subscription cost is something I consider, the time saved and flexibility of the tools make Illustrator useful for regular design work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.