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Grasshopper vs Linearity Curve

Grasshopper logo

Grasshopper

Software

The entrepreneur's phone system

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Linearity Curve logo

Linearity Curve

Software

Professional vector design for Mac and iPad

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Linearity Curve has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Grasshopper available only in the USA and Canada; the site returns a not available in your region error outside those countries; Linearity Curve limited to Apple ecosystem (Mac, iPad, iPhone) with no Windows or Linux support

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Grasshopper and Linearity Curve actually diverge.

Attributes where Grasshopper and Linearity Curve differ
AttributeGrasshopperLinearity Curve
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWebMac, Ios
FoundedUnknown2017

Identical on both: 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 Grasshopper

Nothing recorded that Linearity Curve does not also cover.

Only in Linearity Curve

  • Vector editing
  • Auto Trace
  • Typography tools
  • Pen tool
  • iCloud sync
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Sketch
  • Figma

What people use each for

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

Grasshopper

No use cases recorded yet. See the Grasshopper review.

Linearity Curve

  • Vector illustrationnot Grasshopper
  • Logo designnot Grasshopper
  • UI designnot Grasshopper
  • Print designnot Grasshopper

Where each one falls short

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

Grasshopper

  • Available only in the USA and Canada; the site returns a not available in your region error outside those countries
  • Plans start at $14/month only under a promotional discount of up to $75 off select plans, meaning the advertised entry price is not the standing rate

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

Grasshopper

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Grasshopper 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 Grasshopper if

Nothing in the data separates Grasshopper from Linearity Curve on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.

Grasshopper review

Choose Linearity Curve if

  • You need vector editing.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Mac, Ios.
  • You also want auto trace.
Linearity Curve review

Questions people ask

Is Grasshopper or Linearity Curve better?
Neither clearly leads. Grasshopper starts at On request and Linearity Curve at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Grasshopper or Linearity Curve?
Linearity Curve has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Grasshopper and Free for Linearity Curve.
Does Grasshopper or Linearity Curve run on more platforms?
Grasshopper runs on Web. Linearity Curve runs on Mac, Ios.
Can I use Linearity Curve for free?
Yes. Linearity Curve has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Grasshopper starts at On request.
What can Grasshopper do that Linearity Curve cannot?
Linearity Curve covers Vector editing, Auto Trace, Typography tools, Pen tool.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Linearity 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.

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Linearity 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.

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Linearity 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.

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Linearity 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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