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Fig vs Marvel

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Fig

Developer Tools

IDE-style autocomplete for your existing terminal

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
Visit FigFull review
Marvel logo

Marvel

Design

Rapid prototyping and design platform

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
Visit MarvelFull review

The short version

  • Marvel is a simple prototyping, collaboration, and testing platform.
  • Fig is free; Marvel starts at $12/mo.
  • Where Fig falls short: the standalone desktop app is no longer available or supported.
  • Where Marvel falls short: no published pricing tiers on public website.
  • Prices and features on this page were last checked on 13 November 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Fig and Marvel actually diverge.

Attributes where Fig and Marvel differ
AttributeFigMarvel
Pricing modelFreemiumSubscription
PlatformsWebWindows, macOS, Web, iOS, Android
CategoryDeveloper ToolsDesign
Founded20202013

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes).

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 Fig

Nothing recorded that Marvel does not also cover.

Only in Marvel

  • Drag-and-drop prototyping
  • User testing
  • Animations
  • Interactions
  • User research
  • Analytics
  • Handoff tools
  • Feedback

What people use each for

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

Fig

No use cases recorded yet. See the Fig review.

Marvel

  • Wireframing and clickable prototypesnot Fig
  • User testing on a prototype before buildnot Fig
  • Developer handoff with automatic design specsnot Fig
  • Sharing prototypes with stakeholders for feedbacknot Fig

Where each one falls short

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

Fig

  • Shut down on 1 September 2024. Amazon acquired Fig in August 2023 and folded it into Amazon Q Developer, which now carries the terminal autocomplete
  • The standalone desktop app is no longer available or supported
  • The completion specs remain open source on GitHub, but the product that consumed them is gone

Marvel

  • No published pricing tiers on public website
  • Pricing requires enterprise consultation for detailed plans
  • Pro-rated team member costs lack transparent pricing structure

Pricing, plan by plan

Fig

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Fig review.

Marvel

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 project
    • Unlimited screens
    • Basic prototyping
  • Professional$12/mo
    • Unlimited projects
    • Unlimited screens
    • Advanced prototyping
  • Team$80/mo
    • Everything in Professional
    • Unlimited users
    • Team workspace

Which should you pick?

Choose Fig if

  • You want to start without paying.
Fig review

Choose Marvel if

  • You need drag-and-drop prototyping.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want user testing.
Marvel review

Questions people ask

Is Fig or Marvel better?
Neither clearly leads. Fig starts at Free and Marvel at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Fig or Marvel?
Fig starts at Free and Marvel at Free.
Does Fig or Marvel run on more platforms?
Fig runs on Web. Marvel runs on Windows, macOS, Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Fig for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What can Fig do that Marvel cannot?
Marvel covers Drag-and-drop prototyping, User testing, Animations, Interactions.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Marvel: Does Marvel offer any free tier for individual use?

Yes, Marvel provides a free plan with no time limits for evaluating the platform before upgrade decisions.

Source
Marvel: What discount rates does Marvel offer for educational users?

Students and teachers receive discounts up to 70% from full price. Non-profits receive 50% off yearly plans with verification required.

Source
Marvel: How is team expansion priced for Marvel pro users?

Additional team members cost pro-rated amounts based on whether you are on monthly or yearly billing schedule, but exact pricing per member is not stated publicly.

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