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Inkscape vs Pencil2D Comparison (2026)

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Inkscape

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Overview

Inkscape is an open sourced business graphic software. This Linux, Windows & OSX vector graphics editor (SVG format) features transparency, gradients, node editing, pattern fills, PNG export, and more.

Pencil2D is a free and open-source software (FOSS) designed to help businesses create two-dimensional animations using bitmap images and vector graphics. The application enables graphic designers to import images, upload and save files, add layers, and add, remove, or duplicate key frames.

  • Platforms supported
  • Web-based
  • iPhone app
  • Android app
  • Windows Phone app
  • Typical customers
  • Freelancers
  • Small businesses
  • Mid size businesses
  • Large enterprises
  • Customer support
  • Phone
  • Online
  • Knowledge base
  • Video tutorials
  • Platforms supported
  • Web-based
  • iPhone app
  • Android app
  • Windows Phone app
  • Typical customers
  • Freelancers
  • Small businesses
  • Mid size businesses
  • Large enterprises
  • Customer support
  • Phone
  • Online
  • Knowledge base
  • Video tutorials

Video & Screenshots

No videos yet

Pricing

Starting from

Free

  • Free trial available
  • Credit cardless trial
  • Free account
  • Subscription based

Starting from

Free

  • Free trial available
  • Credit cardless trial
  • Free account
  • Subscription based

User reviews

4.4

518

5

4

3

2

1

275

202

35

3

3

  • Value for money
  • Ease of use
  • Features
  • Customer support
76%
would recommend this app

4.2

13

5

4

3

2

1

5

6

2

0

0

  • Value for money
  • Ease of use
  • Features
  • Customer support
77%
would recommend this app

Pros

“Since this is an open-sourced platform, there aren't as many resources to review, even though they do put in a lot of effort with the official documentation.”
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Salina T.

Owner

“Inkscape works well for basic vector illustrations and simple branding assets when a free solution is needed.”
RR

Rafia R.

Graphic Designer - Visual Branding

“Performance can slow down with complex files, and some advanced features take time to master.”
RA

Rama A.

Freelance Graphic Designer

Pros

Not enoughreviews yet

Cons

“I feel like it is missing some features that could be useful.”
AP

Andrew P.

NOC Engineer

“The tutorial is next to useless unless you download the version about 10- 15 years old. ”
DW

Douglass W.

Director of Engineering

“It's not as intuitive as some of the other options out there. And it can be a bit slow at times.”
JM

Jason M.

Graphic Designer

Cons

Not enoughreviews yet

  • Vendor responds to reviews
  • Last review3 months ago
  • Vendor responds to reviews
  • Last review4 years ago

Key features

  • Total features9
  • 2D Drawing
  • Animation
  • Animations & Transitions
  • CAD Tools
  • Configurable Workflow
  • Data Extraction
  • Data Import/Export
  • Design Management
  • Design Templates
  • Drag & Drop
  • For Vector Illustrations
  • Image Editing
  • Image Tracing
  • Media Import
  • Project Management
  • Rendering
  • Text Editing
  • Text Overlay
  • Third-Party Integrations
  • Video Content
  • Video Editing
  • Total features16
  • 2D Drawing
  • Animation
  • Animations & Transitions
  • CAD Tools
  • Configurable Workflow
  • Data Extraction
  • Data Import/Export
  • Design Management
  • Design Templates
  • Drag & Drop
  • For Vector Illustrations
  • Image Editing
  • Image Tracing
  • Media Import
  • Project Management
  • Rendering
  • Text Editing
  • Text Overlay
  • Third-Party Integrations
  • Video Content
  • Video Editing

Integrations

  • Total integrations1
  • GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program)
  • Total integrationsN/A
  • GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program)