Software · head to head
Framer vs InVision
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Framer free tier limited to 500 credits and 1 GB bandwidth; InVision service discontinued as of end of 2024; no longer available or supported
- They diverge on capability: Framer covers Visual design editor, InVision covers Interactive prototypes.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Framer and InVision actually diverge.
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 Framer
- Visual design editor
- Interactive components
- Responsive design
- CMS integration
- SEO optimization
- Custom code
- Team collaboration
- Figma
Only in InVision
- Interactive prototypes
- Design collaboration
- Freehand whiteboarding
- Design system manager
- Inspect mode
- Comments & feedback
- User testing
- Sketch
Both cover
- Version control
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Framer
- Marketing websitesnot InVision
- Landing pagesnot InVision
- Portfoliosnot InVision
- SaaS productsnot InVision
- E-commerce sitesnot InVision
InVision
- Prototype creationnot Framer
- Design feedbacknot Framer
- Whiteboarding sessionsnot Framer
- Design handoffnot Framer
- User testingnot Framer
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Framer
- Free tier limited to 500 credits and 1 GB bandwidth
- CMS collections capped at 10 on Pro tier; unlimited only on Enterprise
- Free tier does not include custom domain support
- Paid editor slots cost extra at $20/month per additional editor
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
Framer
Free- FreeFree
- 500 credits
- Free Framer domain
- 1 GB bandwidth
- Basic$10/month
- Custom domain
- 2 CMS collections
- 50 GB bandwidth
- Pro$30/month
- All Basic features
- 10 CMS collections
- 100 GB bandwidth
- Enterprise$null/custom
- Custom limits
- Unlimited editors
- 99.99% uptime guarantee
InVision
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the InVision review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Framer if
- You need visual design editor.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Macos.
- You also want interactive components.
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.
Questions people ask
- Is Framer or InVision better?
- Neither clearly leads. Framer 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, Framer or InVision?
- Framer starts at Free and InVision at Free.
- Does Framer or InVision run on more platforms?
- Framer runs on Web, Macos. InVision runs on Web, Macos, Windows, Ios, Android.
- Can I use Framer for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Framer best used for?
- Framer is most often used for marketing websites, landing pages, portfolios, saas products. Of those, marketing websites and landing pages are not what InVision is typically brought in for.
- What can Framer do that InVision cannot?
- Framer covers Visual design editor, Interactive components, Responsive design, CMS integration. InVision covers Interactive prototypes, Design collaboration, Freehand whiteboarding, Design system manager. Both handle Version control.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Framer: What's included in Framer's free tier?
The Free plan provides 500 credits to try the platform, a free Framer domain, and 1 GB bandwidth for exploring the builder.
SourceInVision: 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.
SourceFramer: Can I use my own custom domain with Framer?
Custom domains are included in Basic ($10/month) and higher plans. Free tier is limited to a free Framer domain.
SourceInVision: 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.
SourceFramer: What AI features does Framer offer?
Framer includes an AI design agent that works on the canvas to generate and refine designs in real-time, plus a CMS agent for managing content directly on the canvas.
SourceInVision: 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.
SourceFramer: How many CMS collections can I create on different plans?
Basic ($10/month) includes 2 CMS collections, Pro ($30/month) includes 10 CMS collections. Enterprise plans offer custom limits.
SourceInVision: 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.
SourceFramer: Does Framer support staging environments and previews?
Staging environments and branching with previews are included on the Pro plan ($30/month). Standard plan includes published-only access.
SourceInVision: 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.
SourceFramer: What uptime guarantee does Framer provide?
Framer offers 99.99% uptime guarantee on paid plans. Enterprise plans include dedicated support and custom SLAs.
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