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Marvel vs RAD Studio

Marvel logo

Marvel

Design

Rapid prototyping and design platform

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
Visit MarvelFull review
RAD Studio logo

RAD Studio

Developer Tools

Cross-platform native app development with Delphi and C++Builder

From
$2000/perpetual
Free plan
No
Visit RAD StudioFull review

The short version

  • Marvel is a simple prototyping, collaboration, and testing platform; RAD Studio is a cross-platform IDE.
  • Marvel has a free plan, then $12/mo; RAD Studio starts at $2000/mo.
  • Where Marvel falls short: no published pricing tiers on public website.
  • Where RAD Studio falls short: professional edition costs $2,000 for the perpetual license plus $599 for year one maintenance, totaling $2,599 before tax.
  • Prices and features on this page were last checked on 13 November 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Marvel and RAD Studio actually diverge.

Attributes where Marvel and RAD Studio differ
AttributeMarvelRAD Studio
Starting priceFree$2000/perpetual
Pricing modelSubscriptionOne-time
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Web, iOS, AndroidWeb
CategoryDesignDeveloper Tools

Not yet recorded: founded for RAD Studio.

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 Marvel

  • Drag-and-drop prototyping
  • User testing
  • Animations
  • Interactions
  • User research
  • Analytics
  • Handoff tools
  • Feedback

Only in RAD Studio

Nothing recorded that Marvel does not also cover.

What people use each for

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

Marvel

  • Wireframing and clickable prototypesnot RAD Studio
  • User testing on a prototype before buildnot RAD Studio
  • Developer handoff with automatic design specsnot RAD Studio
  • Sharing prototypes with stakeholders for feedbacknot RAD Studio

RAD Studio

  • Building Windows desktop applications with VCL componentsnot Marvel
  • Creating iOS and Android apps from shared Delphi codebasenot Marvel
  • Connecting to Oracle databases through FireDAC connectivitynot Marvel
  • Building REST web services that run on Linux serversnot Marvel

Where each one falls short

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

Marvel

  • No published pricing tiers on public website
  • Pricing requires enterprise consultation for detailed plans
  • Pro-rated team member costs lack transparent pricing structure

RAD Studio

  • Professional edition costs $2,000 for the perpetual license plus $599 for year one maintenance, totaling $2,599 before tax
  • Enterprise edition steps up to $3,400 license plus $1,199 maintenance, and Architect edition to $4,416 license plus $2,183 maintenance
  • The perpetual license only entitles the buyer to updates for one year; continued access to new updates and upgrades requires an annually renewable Update Subscription

Pricing, plan by plan

Marvel

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 project
    • Unlimited screens
    • Basic prototyping
  • Professional$12/mo
    • Unlimited projects
    • Unlimited screens
    • Advanced prototyping
  • Team$80/mo
    • Everything in Professional
    • Unlimited users
    • Team workspace

RAD Studio

$2000/perpetual
  • Professional Edition$2,000 one-off
    • Perpetual License
    • First year maintenance $599
    • Total $2,599 + Tax
  • Enterprise Edition$3,400 one-off
    • Perpetual License
    • First year maintenance $1,199
    • Total $4,599 + Tax
  • Architect Edition$4,416 one-off
    • Perpetual License
    • First year maintenance $2,183
    • Total $6,599 + Tax

Which should you pick?

Choose Marvel if

  • You need drag-and-drop prototyping.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want user testing.
Marvel review

Choose RAD Studio if

Nothing in the data separates RAD Studio from Marvel on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.

RAD Studio review

Questions people ask

Is Marvel or RAD Studio better?
Neither clearly leads. Marvel starts at Free and RAD Studio at $2000/perpetual, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Marvel or RAD Studio?
Marvel has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Marvel and $2000/perpetual for RAD Studio.
Does Marvel or RAD Studio run on more platforms?
Marvel runs on Windows, macOS, Web, iOS, Android. RAD Studio runs on Web.
Can I use Marvel for free?
Yes. Marvel has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. RAD Studio starts at $2000/perpetual.
What is Marvel best used for?
Marvel is most often used for wireframing and clickable prototypes, user testing on a prototype before build, developer handoff with automatic design specs, sharing prototypes with stakeholders for feedback. Of those, wireframing and clickable prototypes and user testing on a prototype before build are not what RAD Studio is typically brought in for.
What can Marvel do that RAD Studio cannot?
Marvel covers Drag-and-drop prototyping, User testing, Animations, Interactions.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Marvel: Does Marvel offer any free tier for individual use?

Yes, Marvel provides a free plan with no time limits for evaluating the platform before upgrade decisions.

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RAD Studio: How much does RAD Studio cost?

RAD Studio uses perpetual licensing: Professional Edition $2,000 perpetual license + $599 first year maintenance ($2,599 total + tax). Enterprise Edition $3,400 license + $1,199 maintenance ($4,599 total + tax). Architect Edition $4,416 license + $2,183 maintenance ($6,599 total + tax).

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Marvel: What discount rates does Marvel offer for educational users?

Students and teachers receive discounts up to 70% from full price. Non-profits receive 50% off yearly plans with verification required.

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RAD Studio: What is the difference between RAD Studio editions?

Professional Edition ($2,599 total + tax) targets individual developers. Enterprise Edition ($4,599 total + tax) adds multi-tier app capabilities. Architect Edition ($6,599 total + tax) includes advanced database and cloud features. All three include perpetual licenses.

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Marvel: How is team expansion priced for Marvel pro users?

Additional team members cost pro-rated amounts based on whether you are on monthly or yearly billing schedule, but exact pricing per member is not stated publicly.

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RAD Studio: Does RAD Studio offer Kai AI integration and discounts?

Yes, adding Kai AI to any edition provides discounts: 25% off Professional ($2,136 + tax), 30% off Enterprise ($3,394 + tax), and 40% off Architect ($4,109 + tax). This promotion is active through August 31, 2026.

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