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Kittl vs Lunacy

Kittl logo

Kittl

Content Creation

Browser design tool for typography, lettering and merchandise graphics with a licensed asset library

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Lunacy logo

Lunacy

Design

Free design software that keeps your flow

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Kittl the asset licence is tied to an active subscription rather than to the exported file, so anyone building a shop on Kittl artwork needs to read the terms before cancelling and assume nothing about designs already sold.; Lunacy desktop application only, not cloud-based like Figma, limiting accessibility across different computers
  • They diverge on capability: Kittl covers Asset library, Lunacy covers Vector editing.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 31 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Kittl and Lunacy actually diverge.

Attributes where Kittl and Lunacy differ
AttributeKittlLunacy
Pricing modelPer user per monthUnknown
PlatformsWebWindows, macOS, Linux
CategoryContent CreationDesign
FoundedUnknown2016

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

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 Kittl

  • Asset library
  • Text effects
  • AI image generation
  • Vectoriser
  • Background removal
  • Mockups

Only in Lunacy

  • Vector editing
  • Auto layouts
  • Components
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Built-in photos & icons
  • AI background remover
  • AI upscaler
  • Sketch file support

What people use each for

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

Kittl

  • Producing a run of t-shirt designs where every font and texture must be cleared for resalenot Lunacy
  • Building a small brand identity quickly without an Illustrator licence or a designernot Lunacy
  • Turning a rough sketch into vector artwork for a poster or packaging label in one sessionnot Lunacy
  • Generating listing mockups for a print-on-demand shop in the same tool that made the artworknot Lunacy

Lunacy

  • UI/UX designnot Kittl
  • Web designnot Kittl
  • Mobile app designnot Kittl
  • Icon designnot Kittl
  • Marketing graphicsnot Kittl

Where each one falls short

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

Kittl

  • The asset licence is tied to an active subscription rather than to the exported file, so anyone building a shop on Kittl artwork needs to read the terms before cancelling and assume nothing about designs already sold.
  • Several effects rasterise on export, so a design that looks correct on screen can fail a printer requirement for genuine vector artwork or CMYK separations.
  • There is no offline mode at all; the editor is browser-only, which matters for anyone working from a market stall, a print shop floor or an unreliable connection.
  • Kittl does not disclose the training data behind its AI image generation, so buyers who need provenance assurances for client or licensed work cannot obtain them.
  • The typography effects are tuned for the bundled faces, so uploading your own licensed fonts is possible on paid plans but loses much of what makes the tool fast.

Lunacy

  • Desktop application only, not cloud-based like Figma, limiting accessibility across different computers
  • Animation capabilities are basic, lacking timeline-based animation editing or spring physics available in modern design tools
  • Paid collaboration features, unlike Figma's free cloud-based team collaboration

Pricing, plan by plan

Kittl

Free
  • Free$undefined/month
    • Limited exports
    • Restricted asset access
    • No commercial licence on premium assets
  • Pro$undefined/month
    • Full asset library with commercial use
    • High-resolution export
    • AI generation credits
  • Expert$undefined/month
    • Higher generation limits
    • Priority rendering
    • Extended export formats

Lunacy

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Lunacy review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Kittl if

  • You need asset library.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want text effects.
Kittl review

Choose Lunacy if

  • You need vector editing.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, Linux.
  • You also want auto layouts.
Lunacy review

Questions people ask

Is Kittl or Lunacy better?
Neither clearly leads. Kittl starts at Free and Lunacy at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Kittl or Lunacy?
Kittl starts at Free and Lunacy at Free.
Does Kittl or Lunacy run on more platforms?
Kittl runs on Web. Lunacy runs on Windows, macOS, Linux.
Can I use Kittl for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Kittl best used for?
Kittl is most often used for producing a run of t-shirt designs where every font and texture must be cleared for resale, building a small brand identity quickly without an illustrator licence or a designer, turning a rough sketch into vector artwork for a poster or packaging label in one session, generating listing mockups for a print-on-demand shop in the same tool that made the artwork. Of those, producing a run of t-shirt designs where every font and texture must be cleared for resale and building a small brand identity quickly without an illustrator licence or a designer are not what Lunacy is typically brought in for.
What can Kittl do that Lunacy cannot?
Kittl covers Asset library, Text effects, AI image generation, Vectoriser. Lunacy covers Vector editing, Auto layouts, Components, Real-time collaboration.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Kittl: Can I sell what I make with the bundled assets?

Yes on paid plans, which grant commercial use of the library assets. The right is tied to the subscription, so read the licence terms before you cancel.

Lunacy: Is Lunacy free to use?

Yes. Lunacy is absolutely free for personal and commercial use. There is no subscription required or trial period limitation.

Source
Kittl: Is it a replacement for Illustrator?

No. It has no serious path editing, colour management or prepress tooling. It is a fast route to decorative print artwork, not a general vector editor.

Lunacy: Can Lunacy open and work with Sketch files?

Yes. Lunacy has smooth integration with Sketch files, allowing designers to import and collaborate on Sketch projects without requiring a Sketch subscription.

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Kittl: Who owns the AI-generated images?

Kittl grants commercial use of generated output on paid plans. It does not publish what the underlying models were trained on.

Lunacy: Does Lunacy require internet connection to work?

No. Lunacy can work offline, allowing designers to work without an internet connection. It is a desktop application that runs locally on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Source
Lunacy: What are Lunacy's hardware requirements?

Lunacy is not demanding on hardware and runs smoothly even on moderate laptops. It has minimal system requirements compared to resource-intensive design tools.

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