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InVision vs Nx Cloud

InVision logo

InVision

Design

Digital product design platform

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
Nx Cloud logo

Nx Cloud

Developer Tools

Distributed CI and remote caching for monorepo teams

From
Free
Free plan
Yes

The short version

  • InVision is a digital product design platform; Nx Cloud is a SaaS platform.
  • Free plans on both; paid from $25/mo and $29/mo.
  • Only InVision lists interactive prototypes; only Nx Cloud lists nx Replay.
  • Where InVision falls short: service discontinued as of end of 2024; no longer available or supported.
  • Where Nx Cloud falls short: requires Nx workspace setup; integration limited to Nx build system.
  • Prices and features on this page were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which InVision and Nx Cloud actually diverge.

Attributes where InVision and Nx Cloud differ
AttributeInVisionNx Cloud
PlatformsWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, AndroidWeb, CI/CD Systems
CategoryDesignDeveloper Tools

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

Not yet recorded: pricing model for InVision, founded for Nx Cloud.

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 InVision

  • Interactive prototypes
  • Design collaboration
  • Freehand whiteboarding
  • Design system manager
  • Inspect mode
  • Comments & feedback
  • Version control
  • User testing

Only in Nx Cloud

  • Nx Replay
  • Nx Agents
  • Remote execution
  • Advanced analytics
  • Conformance rules
  • AI-powered recovery
  • Multi-repository visibility

What people use each for

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

InVision

  • Prototype creationnot Nx Cloud
  • Design feedbacknot Nx Cloud
  • Whiteboarding sessionsnot Nx Cloud
  • Design handoffnot Nx Cloud
  • User testingnot Nx Cloud

Nx Cloud

  • Accelerating monorepo CI pipelines with distributed task executionnot InVision
  • Reducing build times through remote caching and incremental buildsnot InVision
  • Scaling development teams across complex multi-package projectsnot InVision
  • Enforcing consistency and standards across monorepo workspacesnot InVision

Where each one falls short

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

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

Nx Cloud

  • Requires Nx workspace setup; integration limited to Nx build system
  • Free tier restricted to 5 contributors; larger teams require paid plans
  • Credits system adds complexity to cost prediction vs flat-rate competitors
  • Self-hosted Enterprise deployment requires significant operational overhead

Pricing, plan by plan

InVision

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the InVision review.

Nx Cloud

Free
  • HobbyFree
    • 50,000 monthly credits
    • 5 contributors
    • 10 concurrent CI connections
  • Team$29/mo
    • Usage-based credits ($29 base plus overage)
    • Unlimited contributors
    • Remote caching
  • EnterpriseOn request
    • Complete feature access
    • Conformance rules
    • Cross-repository visibility

Which should you pick?

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.

Choose Nx Cloud if

  • You need nx replay.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, CI/CD Systems.
  • You also want nx agents.

Questions people ask

Is InVision or Nx Cloud better?
Neither clearly leads. InVision starts at Free and Nx Cloud at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, InVision or Nx Cloud?
InVision starts at Free and Nx Cloud at Free.
Does InVision or Nx Cloud run on more platforms?
InVision runs on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android. Nx Cloud runs on Web, CI/CD Systems.
Can I use InVision for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is InVision best used for?
InVision is most often used for prototype creation, design feedback, whiteboarding sessions, design handoff. Of those, prototype creation and design feedback are not what Nx Cloud is typically brought in for.
What can InVision do that Nx Cloud cannot?
InVision covers Interactive prototypes, Design collaboration, Freehand whiteboarding, Design system manager. Nx Cloud covers Nx Replay, Nx Agents, Remote execution, Advanced analytics.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

InVision: 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.

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Nx Cloud: What is included in the free Hobby plan?

The Hobby plan includes 50,000 monthly credits, support for 5 contributors, 10 concurrent CI connections, and basic analytics at no cost with no credit card required.

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InVision: 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.

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Nx Cloud: How are overages charged on the Team plan?

The Team plan starts at $29/month with included credits. Additional credits cost $5.50 per 10,000 credits, extra contributors cost $19 each, and additional CI connections cost $2.25 each.

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InVision: 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.

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Nx Cloud: Can Nx Cloud be self-hosted?

Yes, Enterprise customers can deploy Nx Cloud on-premises or on managed infrastructure to maintain full control over data and infrastructure.

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InVision: 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.

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InVision: 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.

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