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InVision vs RubyMine

InVision logo

InVision

Design

Digital product design platform

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
Visit InVisionFull review
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RubyMine

Developer Tools

JetBrains IDE for Ruby and Ruby on Rails development

From
$24/month
Free plan
No
Visit RubyMineFull review

The short version

  • InVision is a digital product design platform.
  • InVision has a free plan, then $25/mo; RubyMine starts at $24/mo.
  • Only InVision lists interactive prototypes; only RubyMine lists rails-aware coding assistance.
  • Where InVision falls short: service discontinued as of end of 2024; no longer available or supported.
  • Where RubyMine falls short: no permanently free tier for commercial use; requires an ongoing subscription.
  • Prices and features on this page were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which InVision and RubyMine actually diverge.

Attributes where InVision and RubyMine differ
AttributeInVisionRubyMine
Starting priceFree$24/month
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, AndroidWindows, macOS, Linux
CategoryDesignDeveloper Tools
Founded20112000

Not yet recorded: pricing model for InVision.

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 RubyMine

  • Rails-aware coding assistance
  • Integrated debugger
  • Test runner integration
  • Database tools
  • Version control integration
  • Docker support

What people use each for

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

InVision

  • Prototype creationnot RubyMine
  • Design feedbacknot RubyMine
  • Whiteboarding sessionsnot RubyMine
  • Design handoffnot RubyMine
  • User testingnot RubyMine

RubyMine

  • Building and maintaining Ruby on Rails applicationsnot InVision
  • Debugging Ruby web applicationsnot InVision
  • Running and managing RSpec or Minitest suitesnot InVision
  • Working across Ruby, JavaScript, and SQL in one projectnot 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

RubyMine

  • No permanently free tier for commercial use; requires an ongoing subscription
  • More resource-intensive than lightweight editors such as Sublime Text
  • Focused primarily on Ruby, so polyglot teams may prefer IntelliJ IDEA Ultimate with plugins instead
  • Startup time can be slower than simpler text editors on older hardware

Pricing, plan by plan

InVision

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the InVision review.

RubyMine

$24/month
  • Individual$24/mo
    • Personal use license
    • Access to RubyMine
    • Free for students and open-source maintainers
  • Organization$34/mo
    • Business use license
    • Access to RubyMine
    • Volume and renewal discounts

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.
InVision review

Choose RubyMine if

  • You need rails-aware coding assistance.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, Linux.
  • You also want integrated debugger.
RubyMine review

Questions people ask

Is InVision or RubyMine better?
Neither clearly leads. InVision starts at Free and RubyMine at $24/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, InVision or RubyMine?
InVision has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for InVision and $24/month for RubyMine.
Does InVision or RubyMine run on more platforms?
InVision runs on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android. RubyMine runs on Windows, macOS, Linux.
Can I use InVision for free?
Yes. InVision has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. RubyMine starts at $24/month.
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 RubyMine is typically brought in for.
What can InVision do that RubyMine cannot?
InVision covers Interactive prototypes, Design collaboration, Freehand whiteboarding, Design system manager. RubyMine covers Rails-aware coding assistance, Integrated debugger, Test runner integration, Database tools.

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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RubyMine: How much does RubyMine cost?

RubyMine is sold as a JetBrains Toolbox subscription starting around $24/month for individuals and $34/month for organizations, with free licenses available for students and open-source maintainers.

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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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RubyMine: Is there a free trial?

JetBrains provides a free trial period for RubyMine so developers can evaluate it before purchasing a subscription.

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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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RubyMine: What platforms does RubyMine support?

RubyMine runs as a desktop application on Windows, macOS, and Linux via JetBrains Toolbox.

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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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