Software · head to head
Doodle vs Linearity Curve
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Doodle free plan restricted to one active poll and one booking page with 10-slot limit; Linearity Curve limited to Apple ecosystem (Mac, iPad, iPhone) with no Windows or Linux support
- They diverge on capability: Doodle covers Group polls, Linearity Curve covers Vector editing.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Doodle and Linearity Curve actually diverge.
| Attribute | Doodle | Linearity Curve |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Web, Mobile (iOS, Android) | Mac, Ios |
| Founded | 2007 | 2017 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), 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 Doodle
- Group polls
- 1:1 scheduling
- Booking pages
- Calendar sync
- Time zone support
- Google Calendar
- Outlook
- Zoom
Only in Linearity Curve
- Vector editing
- Auto Trace
- Typography tools
- Pen tool
- iCloud sync
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Sketch
- Figma
Both cover
- Ios support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Doodle
- Schedulingnot Linearity Curve
- Appointment bookingnot Linearity Curve
- Time trackingnot Linearity Curve
- Resource managementnot Linearity Curve
- Team coordinationnot Linearity Curve
Linearity Curve
- Vector illustrationnot Doodle
- Logo designnot Doodle
- UI designnot Doodle
- Print designnot Doodle
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Doodle
- Free plan restricted to one active poll and one booking page with 10-slot limit
- Free users see excessive advertisements on booking pages
- Limited customization options for poll types and response formats
- Mobile app experiences bugs and has less polished interface than desktop version
Linearity Curve
- Limited to Apple ecosystem (Mac, iPad, iPhone) with no Windows or Linux support
- Requires annual or monthly subscription for commercial use, unlike competitors offering lifetime purchase options
- Free plan is severely limited to only 3 Curve files and 5GB storage
Pricing, plan by plan
Doodle
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Doodle review.
Linearity Curve
Free- StarterFree
- 50 lifetime credits
- 3 Curve files
- 5GB storage
- Pro$11.99/month
- 250 monthly credits
- Unlimited files
- 100GB storage
- Business$65/month
- 500 monthly credits
- 500GB storage
- Brand management
Which should you pick?
Choose Doodle if
- You need group polls.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Mobile (iOS, Android).
- You also want 1:1 scheduling.
Choose Linearity Curve if
- You need vector editing.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Mac, Ios.
- You also want auto trace.
Questions people ask
- Is Doodle or Linearity Curve better?
- Neither clearly leads. Doodle starts at Free and Linearity Curve at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Doodle or Linearity Curve?
- Doodle starts at Free and Linearity Curve at Free.
- Does Doodle or Linearity Curve run on more platforms?
- Doodle runs on Web, Mobile (iOS, Android). Linearity Curve runs on Mac, Ios.
- Can I use Doodle for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Doodle best used for?
- Doodle is most often used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management. Of those, scheduling and appointment booking are not what Linearity Curve is typically brought in for.
- What can Doodle do that Linearity Curve cannot?
- Doodle covers Group polls, 1:1 scheduling, Booking pages, Calendar sync. Linearity Curve covers Vector editing, Auto Trace, Typography tools, Pen tool. Both handle Ios support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Doodle: Does Doodle offer a free plan?
Yes. Doodle's free plan includes one active group poll, one booking page, and one 1:1 meeting, limited to 10 slots per poll with ads displayed. Premium plans start at $15/month.
SourceLinearity Curve: Does Linearity Curve have a free plan?
Yes, Linearity offers a free Starter plan with 50 lifetime credits, 1 basic brand kit, and 5GB cloud storage. No credit card is required to access the free tier.
SourceDoodle: What are Doodle's pricing plans?
Professional plan costs $15/month (or $132/year). Team plan costs $19.95/user/month (or $8.95/user/month billed annually) with a two-seat minimum.
SourceLinearity Curve: Can I use Linearity Curve on multiple devices?
Yes, Linearity Curve is available on Mac, iPad, and iPhone, with real-time collaboration allowing teams to see changes instantly across devices.
SourceDoodle: Does Doodle integrate with calendar apps?
Yes. Doodle integrates with Google Calendar and Outlook Calendar to prevent double-bookings. Slack integration allows poll creation and sharing directly in Slack channels.
SourceLinearity Curve: What file formats can I export from Linearity Curve?
Linearity Curve supports exporting to industry-standard formats including .ai, SVG, PDF, PNG, JPG, and TIFF, making it compatible with other design tools.
SourceLinearity Curve: Does Linearity Curve have AI-powered vectorization?
Yes, Linearity Curve includes an Auto Trace feature with three modes (Sketch, Photography, Illustration) that uses AI to instantly vectorize images into editable paths. It also includes AI-powered background removal.
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