Vectornator — quick summary
Vectornator is a no-cost vector design app from Linearity GmbH that runs on both desktop and mobile platforms, letting you create scalable artwork wherever you work. It includes a library of free icons and a set of advanced features that make it unusually capable for a zero-price product; additional pro-level tools are available for users who need more.
Why choose vectors over pixels
Vector graphics are constructed from points, lines and curves (paths) rather than a grid of pixels. Because they scale without losing quality, vectors are ideal for logos, print materials and any artwork that must remain crisp at different sizes. Raster images, by contrast, are pixel-based and can appear jagged when enlarged.
Precision tools and editing workflow
- Full control over text and typography for layout and logo work
- Multiple artboards to organize variations and export-ready layouts
- Auto-trace functionality to convert bitmap images into editable vector shapes
- A precision Pen tool for creating and editing paths and anchor points
- Sliders that let you tweak tool and stroke properties even after a path is placed
- Corner-radius and node-editing options for fine-tuning shapes
- An integrated icon set you can drag into projects
- Extra advanced features available in the paid tier for power users
Where it fits into your workflow
Vectornator is built specifically for vector illustration and layout tasks, so it’s especially useful for designers who need clean, scalable graphics and tight typographic control. Its cross-device availability makes it convenient for starting designs on the go and finishing them on a larger screen.
Technical
- Mac
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Japanese
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Chinese (Simplified)
- Free