Fontra
7.5#4 in font design softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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Runebender
6.3#15 in font design softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Fontra | Runebender |
|---|---|---|
| Editing features | Implemented features include live text entry, designspace axis navigation, live interpolation, OpenType features, outline editing, components, anchors, guidelines, background images, transformations, kerning, font metadata and variation-axis mapping. | The documentation covers glyph editing, paths and filters, components and anchors, masters and interpolation, spacing and kerning, feature code, color fonts, text shaping, font info, and font checking. |
| Support | The official site links to Fontra documentation, GitHub and a Fontra Discord server. | The FAQ directs users to open an issue in the project repository for help. |
Fontra plans
- FontraFree
Runebender plans
- Free and open sourceFree
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.
Pick Runebender if…
Runebender may suit font designers working with UFO or Designspace sources who are comfortable with alpha software and installing a native app from source. Its experimental browser build is available for local use, but is not recommended for real work.