Drawtify

Drawtify is a vector graphics and SVG editor that pairs editable templates with drawing, photo, layout, typography, and animation tools. It suits beginners and graphic creators who want static and animated designs in one app. Its broad toolkit is appealing, but the free plan’s small upload allowance and SD-only image exports limit its usefulness for finished work.

Overview

Drawtify combines vector drawing and SVG editing with photo editing, layout, typography, and animation. Templates offer a starting point for non-designers, while illustration tools let users make or refine artwork rather than relying solely on presets. That range makes it a practical option for varied design tasks, though users who need unrestricted access to templates, elements, or export quality will need to weigh the paid plans.

The motion editor provides up to 27 basic movement instructions and 14 text movement instructions. Built-in plugins create barcodes, QR codes, charts, and maps, which can save a switch to another tool when those components belong in a design. Drawtify also says its design resources and editable templates may be used commercially.

Key features

Drawtify imports and exports JPG, PNG, PDF, and SVG graphics. Animation exports add SVG, GIF, APNG, MP4, and WebM, giving users several formats for moving designs. Its resource library includes high-definition pictures from Pixabay and Unsplash.

The online version supports autosave, online storage, and folder editing for both Free and PRO users. That is useful for keeping browser-based work organized, although desktop access is also available for Windows and macOS. Support resources include tutorials, FAQs, a user guide, and a contact page.

Pricing

The Free plan costs nothing, billed Monthly. It allows 40 MB of image uploads, SD image exports, and limited templates and design elements. That is enough to explore the editor or make modest projects, but the upload and export restrictions make it a poor fit for users who regularly work with larger images or need high-definition output.

Monthly costs $9.99 a month, billed Monthly, and raises image uploads to 1 GB while including 3000+ templates and 1000+ design elements. It still lacks some pro features, so it suits users who need more resources than Free provides but do not require the fully functional plan.

Monthly Pro costs $14.99 a month, billed Monthly. It includes the same 1 GB upload allowance, 3000+ templates, and 1000+ design elements, with the fully functional plan. For users who need the complete feature set, it is the clearest option, though it costs more than Monthly.

Yearly Pro is a fully functional plan with 3,000+ design templates, 1,000+ design elements, 1 GB image uploads, HD and vector exports, and AI background removal; it has custom pricing. Those export options make it the relevant plan for users who need higher-quality output, but the price is not given here. The Free plan is billed Monthly, and paid monthly plans renew on a monthly billing term.

Platforms

Drawtify is available on the web and as desktop software for Windows and macOS. The download page gives desktop requirements of Windows 7 or later, macOS High Sierra or later, at least 2 GB RAM, and a 2.2 GHz CPU. The web version’s autosave and online storage suit browser-based work, while the desktop app gives users another way to access the editor.

Who it's for

Drawtify is best suited to beginners and graphic creators who want templates, illustration, and motion tools together, especially if their work spans formats such as SVG, PDF, and video. It is less compelling for someone who needs generous free uploads or HD exports without moving to a paid plan. The pricing page describes the service as “256-bit SSL encrypted, 100% safe.” Its privacy policy says it may collect a name and email address and describes Google and Dropbox OAuth access for account identification or saving work.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Combines vector drawing, photo editing, layout, typography, and animation in one editor, reducing the need to switch between tools for different design tasks.
• Pros: Supports graphic and animation imports and exports across JPG, PNG, PDF, SVG, GIF, APNG, MP4, and WebM, providing flexibility for different outputs.
• Pros: Templates and design elements scale up on paid plans, with Monthly Pro offering a fully functional plan.
• Cons: Free uploads are capped at 40 MB and image exports are SD, limiting the free plan for larger or higher-quality work.
• Cons: Monthly at $9.99 a month still omits some pro features, while Monthly Pro costs $14.99 a month.
• Cons: Yearly Pro includes HD and vector exports, but its price is custom pricing, making cost comparison difficult.

Alternatives

Choose Inkscape if you want a free, open-source vector graphics editor for Linux, macOS, or Windows rather than Drawtify’s template-led mix of design and animation tools.

Lunacy is another freemium option, with Linux, macOS, web, Windows, and self-hosted availability; its Free plan allows up to 10 cloud documents, 10 document editors/exporters, and 30 days of version history.

For a free and open-source option, Graphite offers a forever-free plan and runs on Linux, macOS, web, and Windows.

Amadine is worth considering if you want an iOS or macOS app and are comfortable with a free version that requires a purchase for exporting, printing, and image tracing.

Gusta Draw offers its drawing tools, effects, starter designs, and SVG, PNG, and PDF exports for free across Android, iOS, and web; its AI copilot uses granted tokens during open beta.

Vecteezy is a web-based alternative with a free plan and image- and video-download plans.

Dotgrid is a free, open-source drawing app for Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows.

Linearity Curve is a freemium alternative for iOS and macOS with a Free plan that includes 250 lifetime credits, one basic brand kit, and 5GB cloud storage.

Browse Vector Graphics Software, Infographic Makers, Infographic Software, and Graphic Design Software for more options by category.

Verdict

Drawtify is a good fit for beginners and graphic creators who want templates, vector illustration, animation, and web or desktop access in one place. Its strongest case is the breadth of tools and export formats; its main drawback is that the free tier is sharply limited and the fully functional Monthly Pro plan costs $14.99 a month, billed monthly. Choose it if that combination suits your workflow, and look elsewhere if free high-quality exports or a free open-source vector editor matter more.