Procreate vs Sketch Comparison
Compare Procreate and Sketch side-by-side — pricing, features, scores, and which one is right for you.
The bottom line
Procreate and Sketch are both strong contenders in the design tools space, but they serve different needs. Procreate edges ahead with an overall score of 82/100 compared to Sketch's 72/100. Procreate is easier to get started with (9/10 for ease of use vs 8/10). On pricing, neither offers a free tier — Procreate starts at $null/mo and Sketch at $12/mo. Procreate rates higher for value for money (10/10 vs 7/10), making it a better pick if budget is a concern.
At a glance
| Procreate | Sketch | |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 82/100 | 72/100 |
| Starting price | Free | $12/mo |
| Free tier | No | No |
| Best for | Professional digital illustration for iPad | Design toolkit for Mac |
Pricing comparison
Calculate your cost
ProcreateProcreate (iPad)
Contact sales
SketchStandard
$10/mo
$120/yr
Feature comparison
core
| Feature | Procreate | Sketch |
|---|---|---|
| Vector editing | No | Yes |
| Prototyping | No | Yes |
| Components | Brush library | Yes |
| Auto-layout | No | Symbols |
collaboration
| Feature | Procreate | Sketch |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time editing | No | Yes |
| Comments | No | Yes |
| Version history | Time-lapse | Yes |
| Dev handoff | No | Yes |
Ratings breakdown
Choose Procreate if...
- You're ready to invest from $null/mo
- You value an intuitive, easy-to-use interface
- Getting strong value for money is a priority
Choose Sketch if...
- You're ready to invest from $12/mo
- You value an intuitive, easy-to-use interface
- You need enterprise-grade capabilities
