Adobe Illustrator: The 3 best alternatives

There are some cheaper or even free alternatives to the expensive Adobe software Illustrator. We present three of them in this practical tip.

Adobe Illustrator alternative: Inkscape

Inkscape is a free open source program for Windows and Linux.
The program is compatible with the SVG format, but can also import EPS, Postscript, JPG, PNG, BMP or TIF images and export them to PNG or other vector-based formats.
The user interface is simpler than with Adobe Illustrator, but thanks to the numerous tools and shapes you can create complex graphics with the free program.
The freeware is therefore suitable for both beginners and professionals.

CorelDraw Graphics Suite X7 is a full-fledged, paid alternative to Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for Windows.
The suite contains the layout and vector program CorelDraw, the image processing Photo-Paint and other small tools.
You can test CorelDraw for free for 30 days, the full version currently costs 630 euros.
CorelDraw Graphics Suite X7 is a fully developed package for professional image editing and graphic design. For beginners we recommend the freeware Inkscape.

The Affinity Designer graphics program is only available for Mac.
The vector graphics software contains numerous tools and functions for professional graphic design.
Affinity Designer was designed exclusively for Mac and therefore shines with optimal performance.
You can get the software for an affordable 49.99 euros from the iTunes Store.

Tip: Adobe Illustrator is also free. Adobe offers version CS2 from 2005 as a free full version.