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Sketch vs Vidyard

Sketch logo

Sketch

Software

The digital design toolkit

From
$12/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Vidyard logo

Vidyard

Software

Video messaging for sales and marketing

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Vidyard has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Sketch macOS-only for editing, blocking Windows and Linux users from accessing design features; Vidyard free plan limited to 5 video recordings per month and 15 AI videos per month
  • They diverge on capability: Sketch covers Vector editing, Vidyard covers Video recording.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Sketch and Vidyard actually diverge.

Attributes where Sketch and Vidyard differ
AttributeSketchVidyard
Starting price$12/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsmacOS, Web, iOS, iPadWeb, Chrome extension
Founded20102011

Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), 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 Sketch

  • Vector editing
  • Symbols & components
  • Prototyping
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Developer handoff
  • Plugins ecosystem
  • Cloud sync
  • Version history

Only in Vidyard

  • Video recording
  • CRM integration
  • Video analytics
  • Email embedding
  • Chrome support
  • Firefox support
  • Edge support

What people use each for

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

Sketch

  • UI designnot Vidyard
  • Mobile app designnot Vidyard
  • Web designnot Vidyard
  • Design systemsnot Vidyard
  • Prototypingnot Vidyard

Vidyard

No use cases recorded yet. See the Vidyard review.

Where each one falls short

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

Sketch

  • macOS-only for editing, blocking Windows and Linux users from accessing design features
  • Real-time collaboration feels less seamless than Figma with occasional sync delays
  • Limited built-in image editing capabilities, requiring external software for bitmap work
  • Subscription required for cloud features and collaboration, losing access if subscription lapses

Vidyard

  • Free plan limited to 5 video recordings per month and 15 AI videos per month
  • Advanced team analytics and integrations require Teams plan
  • Video Agent automation requires add-on purchase
  • No self-hosted option available

Pricing, plan by plan

Sketch

$12/month
  • Standard$12/month
    • Real-time collaboration
    • Unlimited documents
    • Unlimited free viewers
  • Professional$24/month
    • Everything in Standard
    • Single Sign-On (SSO)
    • Project archiving
  • Enterprise$44/month
    • Everything in Professional
    • SCIM provisioning
    • BYOK encryption
  • Mac-only License$120/perpetual
    • Native Mac app
    • Offline access
    • Local file saving

Vidyard

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 15 AI videos per month
    • 5 video recordings per month
    • Basic editing
  • Starter$null/month
    • Unlimited video recording
    • Full analytics
    • Branded sharing pages
  • Teams$null/month
    • Everything in Starter
    • CRM integrations
    • Advanced team analytics
  • Enterprise$null/month
    • Unlimited integrations
    • SSO
    • Custom permissions

Which should you pick?

Choose Sketch if

  • You need vector editing.
  • You work on macOS, Web, iOS, iPad.
  • You also want symbols & components.
Sketch review

Choose Vidyard if

  • You need video recording.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Chrome extension.
  • You also want crm integration.
Vidyard review

Questions people ask

Is Sketch or Vidyard better?
Neither clearly leads. Sketch starts at $12/month and Vidyard at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Sketch or Vidyard?
Vidyard has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $12/month for Sketch and Free for Vidyard.
Does Sketch or Vidyard run on more platforms?
Sketch runs on macOS, Web, iOS, iPad. Vidyard runs on Web, Chrome extension.
Can I use Vidyard for free?
Yes. Vidyard has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Sketch starts at $12/month.
What is Sketch best used for?
Sketch is most often used for ui design, mobile app design, web design, design systems. Of those, ui design and mobile app design are not what Vidyard is typically brought in for.
What can Sketch do that Vidyard cannot?
Sketch covers Vector editing, Symbols & components, Prototyping, Real-time collaboration. Vidyard covers Video recording, CRM integration, Video analytics, Email embedding.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Sketch: Is Sketch available for Windows or Linux?

No. Sketch is macOS-only for the design and prototyping features. Web and mobile apps provide viewing and collaboration, but editing requires macOS 14.0 or later.

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Vidyard: Does Vidyard have a free plan?

Yes. Vidyard's free plan includes 15 AI videos per month, 5 video recording limit per month, basic video editing, and limited integrations.

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Sketch: Does Sketch offer a free trial?

Yes. Sketch provides a 30-day free trial with no credit card required. You can also purchase a one-time Mac-only license for $120 per seat instead of subscribing.

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Vidyard: What integrations does Vidyard offer?

Vidyard integrates with 51+ platforms including Salesforce, HubSpot, Gmail, Outlook, LinkedIn, Slack, and Zapier for workflow automation.

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Sketch: What collaboration features does Sketch include?

Sketch supports real-time collaboration, unlimited document sharing, unlimited viewers, and version history on all paid subscription plans (Standard $12/month, Professional $24/month, Enterprise $44/month).

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Vidyard: Can Vidyard videos show engagement analytics?

Yes. Vidyard tracks video engagement including watch time, who viewed the video, when they watched it, and click-through rates on CTAs.

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Sketch: Can I use Sketch offline?

Yes. The one-time Mac-only license ($120) allows you to use Sketch offline and save files locally, but it excludes cloud collaboration and iOS previewing features.

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Vidyard: What is the Video Agent feature?

Video Agent uses AI avatars to automatically generate and send personalized videos at scale. You provide the message, and the AI creates a video in your likeness for mass outreach.

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Vidyard: Does Vidyard work with email platforms?

Yes. Vidyard integrates with Gmail and Outlook to let you record and send videos directly from your inbox, with engagement tracking syncing back to email.

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