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Gravit Designer vs Linearity Curve

Gravit Designer logo

Gravit Designer

Design

Free vector graphics editor in the cloud

From
Free
Rated
-
Linearity Curve logo

Linearity Curve

Design

Professional vector design for Mac and iPad

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Gravit Designer the Gravit Designer brand and domain designer.io were retired and now redirect live to CorelDRAW, confirming the standalone product no longer exists under its own name; Linearity Curve limited to Apple ecosystem (Mac, iPad, iPhone) with no Windows or Linux support
  • They diverge on capability: Gravit Designer covers Vector drawing, Linearity Curve covers Vector editing.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Gravit Designer and Linearity Curve actually diverge.

Attributes where Gravit Designer and Linearity Curve differ
AttributeGravit DesignerLinearity Curve
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
PlatformsWindows, Macos, Linux, WebMac, Ios
Founded20142017

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

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 Gravit Designer

  • Vector drawing
  • Bezier tools
  • Shape tools
  • Typography
  • Gradient tools
  • Symbols
  • Layers
  • Cloud storage

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.

Gravit Designer

  • Logo design
  • Vector illustration
  • Icon designnot Linearity Curve
  • Web graphicsnot Linearity Curve

Linearity Curve

  • Vector illustration
  • Logo design
  • UI designnot Gravit Designer
  • Print designnot Gravit Designer

Both are used for logo design, vector illustration, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

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

Gravit Designer

  • The Gravit Designer brand and domain designer.io were retired and now redirect live to CorelDRAW, confirming the standalone product no longer exists under its own name

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

Gravit Designer

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Cloud storage
    • All design tools
    • SVG support

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 Gravit Designer if

  • You need vector drawing.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Linux, Web.
  • You also want bezier tools.

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 Gravit Designer or Linearity Curve better?
Neither clearly leads. Gravit Designer 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, Gravit Designer or Linearity Curve?
Gravit Designer starts at Free and Linearity Curve at Free.
Does Gravit Designer or Linearity Curve run on more platforms?
Gravit Designer runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Web. Linearity Curve runs on Mac, Ios.
Can I use Gravit Designer for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Gravit Designer best used for?
Gravit Designer is most often used for logo design, vector illustration, icon design, web graphics. Of those, icon design and web graphics are not what Linearity Curve is typically brought in for.
What can Gravit Designer do that Linearity Curve cannot?
Gravit Designer covers Vector drawing, Bezier tools, Shape tools, Typography. Linearity Curve covers Vector editing, Auto Trace, Typography tools, Pen tool.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Gravit Designer: Do I need a subscription to use CorelDRAW?

Yes. After the 15-day trial ends, a monthly or annual subscription is required. There is no free tier after trial expiration.

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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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Gravit Designer: How much does a subscription cost?

The page shows placeholder text for monthly and annual pricing but does not display the actual prices. You need to complete the purchase flow to see exact costs.

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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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Gravit Designer: How many AI credits do I get per month?

Both the trial and monthly subscriptions include 1,000 AI image credits per month. The trial period is 15 days with no credit card required.

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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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Gravit Designer: What file formats can I work with?

CorelDRAW supports JPEG, PNG, SVG, PDF, CDR, and other formats. The platform includes vector editing, painting, text tools with thousands of fonts, and access to millions of design assets.

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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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Gravit Designer: Is there cloud storage included?

Yes. Cloud storage for projects is included in the subscription, along with access to design assets and the ability to export in multiple formats.

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