Design · head to head
Lunacy vs Webflow
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Lunacy desktop application only, not cloud-based like Figma, limiting accessibility across different computers; Webflow does not support user authentication or password management; feature removed January 2026
- They diverge on capability: Lunacy covers Vector editing, Webflow covers Visual designer.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Lunacy and Webflow actually diverge.
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Design).
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 Lunacy
- Vector editing
- Auto layouts
- Components
- Real-time collaboration
- Built-in photos & icons
- AI background remover
- AI upscaler
- Sketch file support
Only in Webflow
- Visual designer
- CMS
- E-commerce
- Interactions & animations
- Responsive design
- Custom code
- SEO tools
- Form builder
Both cover
- Cloud deployment
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Lunacy
- UI/UX designnot Webflow
- Web designnot Webflow
- Mobile app designnot Webflow
- Icon designnot Webflow
- Marketing graphicsnot Webflow
Webflow
- Marketing websitesnot Lunacy
- E-commerce storesnot Lunacy
- Portfoliosnot Lunacy
- Business websitesnot Lunacy
- Landing pagesnot Lunacy
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
Webflow
- Does not support user authentication or password management; feature removed January 2026
- Does not automate workflows natively; feature removed June 2025
- CMS rendering constraints limit scalability: 40 Collection lists per page, 100 items per list, 20,000 items total
- E-commerce capabilities are limited compared to dedicated platforms
- Hosting lock-in prevents exporting sites to other platforms; no full server-level access for advanced SEO customizations
Pricing, plan by plan
Lunacy
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Lunacy review.
Webflow
Free- StarterFree
- 2 projects max
- 2 pages per site
- Webflow badge visible
- Basic$15/month yearly
- Unlimited pages
- Remove Webflow badge
- Basic hosting
- Premium$25/month yearly
- 40 CMS Collections
- 20,000 CMS items
- Basic e-commerce
- Team$2500/month annual contract
- 100 CMS Collections
- 10 seats
- Localization
Which should you pick?
Choose Lunacy if
- You need vector editing.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Windows, macOS, Linux.
- You also want auto layouts.
Choose Webflow if
- You need visual designer.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Desktop.
- You also want cms.
Questions people ask
- Is Lunacy or Webflow better?
- Neither clearly leads. Lunacy starts at Free and Webflow at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Lunacy or Webflow?
- Lunacy starts at Free and Webflow at Free.
- Does Lunacy or Webflow run on more platforms?
- Lunacy runs on Windows, macOS, Linux. Webflow runs on Web, Desktop.
- Can I use Lunacy for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Lunacy best used for?
- Lunacy is most often used for ui/ux design, web design, mobile app design, icon design. Of those, ui/ux design and web design are not what Webflow is typically brought in for.
- What can Lunacy do that Webflow cannot?
- Lunacy covers Vector editing, Auto layouts, Components, Real-time collaboration. Webflow covers Visual designer, CMS, E-commerce, Interactions & animations. Both handle Cloud deployment.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
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.
SourceWebflow: Does Webflow have a free plan?
Yes, Webflow's Starter plan is free with the Webflow badge visible on sites. It allows up to 2 projects with 2 pages per site, hosted on webflow.io subdomain. Full functionality requires upgrading to paid Site plans.
SourceLunacy: 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.
SourceWebflow: What are Webflow's current paid plans and pricing?
Webflow's Site plans start at $15/month (Basic), $25/month (Premium), or custom for Enterprise when billed annually. As of May 2026, Webflow merged CMS and Business plans into Premium at $25/month yearly, including 40 CMS Collections and 20,000 CMS items.
SourceLunacy: 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.
SourceWebflow: Does Webflow support user authentication?
No, Webflow removed native user authentication and password management in January 2026. For projects requiring login systems or user management, Webflow is not suitable.
SourceLunacy: 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.
SourceWebflow: How does Webflow integrate with other tools?
Webflow integrates with Zapier supporting 5 triggers, 7 actions, and 2 searches without code. It also supports webhooks for real-time events like CMS item creation and form submissions through Zapier's Webhook connector.
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