Sketch

Sketch is the original modern UI design tool that pioneered many features now standard in the industry. It remains a powerful native macOS application with strong performance.

Strengths

• Native macOS performance
• Major 2025 UI redesign (Copenhagen)
• Unique features (Glass effect, Stacks with wrap)
• Free developer handoff via web app
• Local MCP server for AI integration
• One-time purchase option available
• Strong typography controls

Weaknesses

• macOS only for editing
• Smaller market share than Figma
• No free tier
• Limited real-time collaboration
• Smaller plugin ecosystem