Software · head to head
InVision vs Photopea
The short version
- Each has a real cost: InVision service discontinued as of end of 2024; no longer available or supported; Photopea performance becomes sluggish and prone to crashes with high-resolution images or multi-layered files
- They diverge on capability: InVision covers Interactive prototypes, Photopea covers Photo editing.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which InVision and Photopea 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 InVision
- Interactive prototypes
- Design collaboration
- Freehand whiteboarding
- Design system manager
- Inspect mode
- Comments & feedback
- Version control
- User testing
Only in Photopea
- Photo editing
- PSD compatibility
- Layer support
- Selection tools
- Filters and effects
- Adobe fonts
- Browser-based
- No file uploads to servers
Both cover
- Dropbox
- Google Drive
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
InVision
- Prototype creationnot Photopea
- Design feedbacknot Photopea
- Whiteboarding sessionsnot Photopea
- Design handoffnot Photopea
- User testingnot Photopea
Photopea
- Quick photo editsnot InVision
- PSD file editingnot InVision
- Web designnot InVision
- Social media graphicsnot 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
Photopea
- Performance becomes sluggish and prone to crashes with high-resolution images or multi-layered files
- Risk of losing work due to browser crashes or save failures
- Aggressive advertising that can slow down the entire computer
- No local installation option, always requires browser access
- Basic file organization and version tracking compared to professional tools
Pricing, plan by plan
InVision
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the InVision review.
Photopea
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Photopea review.
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 Photopea if
- You need photo editing.
- You want to start without paying.
- You also want psd compatibility.
Questions people ask
- Is InVision or Photopea better?
- Neither clearly leads. InVision starts at Free and Photopea at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, InVision or Photopea?
- InVision starts at Free and Photopea at Free.
- Does InVision or Photopea run on more platforms?
- InVision runs on Web, Macos, Windows, Ios, Android. Photopea runs on Web.
- 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 Photopea is typically brought in for.
- What can InVision do that Photopea cannot?
- InVision covers Interactive prototypes, Design collaboration, Freehand whiteboarding, Design system manager. Photopea covers Photo editing, PSD compatibility, Layer support, Selection tools. Both handle Dropbox, Google Drive.
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.
SourcePhotopea: Is Photopea free to use?
Yes, Photopea is completely free and supported by ads displayed within the browser. No subscription or payment is required to use the full feature set.
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.
SourcePhotopea: Does Photopea support Photoshop PSD files?
Yes, Photopea fully supports Photoshop PSD files including layers, masks, text, and effects. It can read and export files back to PSD, PNG, JPG, PDF, SVG, or GIF format.
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.
SourcePhotopea: What platforms does Photopea run on?
Photopea is a web-based editor accessible through any modern browser including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera. It can be added to desktop as a shortcut or Chrome extension.
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.
SourcePhotopea: Does Photopea upload my files to servers?
No. Photopea processes images entirely within your browser and does not upload files to external servers, keeping your work private and secure.
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.
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