FontForge
6.1#19 in font design softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitFontForge vs Fontra
What both publish
| Fact | FontForge | Fontra |
|---|---|---|
| Plugins | Plugins are Python packages that extend FontForge, often by adding entries to the Font View or Char View Tools menu. | Public packages include fontra-rcjk, fontra-glyphs and fontra-compile for additional storage, format and compilation workflows. |
| Support | The homepage directs users to the mailing list for questions after consulting the documentation and web search. | The official site links to Fontra documentation, GitHub and a Fontra Discord server. |
FontForge plans
- Free and open sourceFree
Fontra plans
- FontraFree
Pick FontForge if…
FontForge may suit people creating or editing fonts who want access to outline, bitmap, metrics, and scripting tools. It is available across Windows, macOS, and GNU/Linux.
Pick Fontra if…
Fontra suits type designers working with variable fonts or large CJK projects who want browser-based editing and local desktop use. Its remote server option may also suit teams that need live collaboration.