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Linearity Curve vs Remote
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Linearity Curve limited to Apple ecosystem (Mac, iPad, iPhone) with no Windows or Linux support; Remote employer of Record costs $699 per employee per month, charged per head with no volume tier published
- They diverge on capability: Linearity Curve covers Vector editing, Remote covers Global Payroll.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Linearity Curve and Remote actually diverge.
| Attribute | Linearity Curve | Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Unknown | subscription |
| Platforms | Mac, Ios | Web, Ios, Android |
| Founded | 2017 | 2019 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), 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 Linearity Curve
- Vector editing
- Auto Trace
- Typography tools
- Pen tool
- iCloud sync
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Sketch
- Figma
Only in Remote
- Global Payroll
- EOR Services
- Contractor Management
- Compliance
- Benefits
- Equity Management
- HRIS
- BambooHR
Both cover
- Ios support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Linearity Curve
- Vector illustrationnot Remote
- Logo designnot Remote
- UI designnot Remote
- Print designnot Remote
Remote
- Employing staff in countries where you have no legal entity through an employer of recordnot Linearity Curve
- Paying and managing international contractors with compliant agreementsnot Linearity Curve
- Running payroll and HR records for a distributed workforcenot Linearity Curve
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
Remote
- Employer of Record costs $699 per employee per month, charged per head with no volume tier published
- Global Payroll carries an implementation fee to set up entities plus a recurring payroll delivery fee on top of the $29 per employee per month rate
- Contractor Management Plus is $99 per contractor per month against $29 for the standard tier
- The Equity product is limited to Delaware C-Corps
- The PEO product bills in USD only and requires a US bank account
- Remote states it collects reserve payments in high risk circumstances, so an upfront deposit is possible
Pricing, plan by plan
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
Remote
Free- Contractor Management$29/month
- Contractor Payments
- Compliance
- Contracts
- Employer of Record$599/month
- Global Employment
- Payroll
- Benefits
Which should you pick?
Choose Linearity Curve if
- You need vector editing.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Mac, Ios.
- You also want auto trace.
Choose Remote if
- You need global payroll.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android.
- You also want eor services.
Questions people ask
- Is Linearity Curve or Remote better?
- Neither clearly leads. Linearity Curve starts at Free and Remote at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Linearity Curve or Remote?
- Linearity Curve starts at Free and Remote at Free.
- Does Linearity Curve or Remote run on more platforms?
- Linearity Curve runs on Mac, Ios. Remote runs on Web, Ios, Android.
- Can I use Linearity Curve for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Linearity Curve best used for?
- Linearity Curve is most often used for vector illustration, logo design, ui design, print design. Of those, vector illustration and logo design are not what Remote is typically brought in for.
- What can Linearity Curve do that Remote cannot?
- Linearity Curve covers Vector editing, Auto Trace, Typography tools, Pen tool. Remote covers Global Payroll, EOR Services, Contractor Management, Compliance. Both handle Ios support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
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.
SourceLinearity 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.
SourceLinearity 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.
SourceLinearity 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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