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Abstract vs InVision

Abstract logo

Abstract

Software

Design version control and asset management

From
Free
Rated
-
Full review
InVision logo

InVision

Software

Digital product design platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Abstract the product appears to be gone. Its documentation path 404s, goabstract.com no longer resolves, and abstract.com now belongs to an unrelated venture capital firm; InVision service discontinued as of end of 2024; no longer available or supported
  • They diverge on capability: Abstract covers Branching & merging, InVision covers Interactive prototypes.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Abstract and InVision actually diverge.

Attributes where Abstract and InVision differ
AttributeAbstractInVision
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsMacos, WebWeb, Macos, Windows, Ios, Android
Founded20152011

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Abstract

  • Branching & merging
  • Asset library
  • Design tokens
  • Collaboration
  • File management
  • Comments
  • Activity tracking
  • Figma

Only in InVision

  • Interactive prototypes
  • Design collaboration
  • Freehand whiteboarding
  • Design system manager
  • Inspect mode
  • Comments & feedback
  • User testing
  • Photoshop

Both cover

  • Version control
  • Sketch
  • Slack
  • Jira
  • SOC2
  • 2FA
  • SSO
  • GDPR

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Abstract

  • Design systemsnot InVision
  • Version controlnot InVision
  • Asset managementnot InVision
  • Team collaborationnot InVision

InVision

  • Prototype creationnot Abstract
  • Design feedbacknot Abstract
  • Whiteboarding sessionsnot Abstract
  • Design handoffnot Abstract
  • User testingnot Abstract

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Abstract

  • The product appears to be gone. Its documentation path 404s, goabstract.com no longer resolves, and abstract.com now belongs to an unrelated venture capital firm
  • Built around Sketch files, so it never covered teams that moved to Figma

InVision

  • Service discontinued as of end of 2024; no longer available or supported
  • Workflow required constant switching between design software (Sketch/Photoshop) and InVision for prototyping, creating inefficiency
  • Performance issues and glitches reported, especially with larger projects
  • Limited development capabilities; required additional hosting and developer support for deployment
  • Could not export working web or mobile applications without additional development

Pricing, plan by plan

Abstract

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 shared library
    • Basic version control
    • 2 team members
  • Pro$12/month
    • Unlimited libraries
    • Full version control
    • Unlimited team members
  • Enterprise$50/month
    • Everything in Pro
    • Advanced admin controls
    • Compliance & security

InVision

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the InVision review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Abstract if

  • You need branching & merging.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Macos, Web.
  • You also want asset library.
Abstract review

Choose InVision if

  • You need interactive prototypes.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Macos, Windows, Ios, Android.
  • You also want design collaboration.
InVision review

Questions people ask

Is Abstract or InVision better?
Neither clearly leads. Abstract starts at Free and InVision at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Abstract or InVision?
Abstract starts at Free and InVision at Free.
Does Abstract or InVision run on more platforms?
Abstract runs on Macos, Web. InVision runs on Web, Macos, Windows, Ios, Android.
Can I use Abstract for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Abstract best used for?
Abstract is most often used for design systems, version control, asset management, team collaboration. Of those, design systems and version control are not what InVision is typically brought in for.
What can Abstract do that InVision cannot?
Abstract covers Branching & merging, Asset library, Design tokens, Collaboration. InVision covers Interactive prototypes, Design collaboration, Freehand whiteboarding, Design system manager. Both handle Version control, Sketch, Slack, Jira.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

InVision: Is InVision still active and supported in 2026?

No. InVision announced discontinuation of all services by end of 2024. The platform is no longer available or supported.

Source
InVision: What were InVision's core features?

InVision allowed designers to transform designs into interactive prototypes and mockups for web and mobile. It supported Craft Player for Sketch, Craft Sync for Photoshop, and preview mode in Studio, enabling design-to-prototype workflows.

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InVision: What were InVision's pricing plans?

InVision offered Free ($0), Starter ($25/month), Professional ($99/month), and Team plans. Annual billing provided a 10% discount. Free plan included basic prototyping; paid plans added collaboration and file access.

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InVision: Why did InVision fail in the market?

InVision's market position was disrupted by Figma, which unified design, prototyping, and collaboration in a single web-based platform. InVision required switching between design software and prototyping, creating friction and reducing competitiveness.

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InVision: What integrations did InVision support?

InVision integrated with design tools like Sketch and Photoshop, and supported sharing and collaboration workflows. The platform did not support deployment or direct development integration.

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