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Best Vector Graphics Editors for macOS in 2026
6 of the 7 vector graphics editors ranked on listme.name match: they officially support macOS. The order uses the same scores as the full ranking.
The ranking
- 1
Affinity
Free vector drawing with pixel editing and page layout in one app, and it imports AI, PSD and SVG files. It runs only on Windows and Mac for now, and the iPad version is still in development.
Best for Free vector and photo work in one app
WindowsmacOSFree
- 2
Adobe Illustrator
The industry-standard vector editor, with the deepest drawing, type and artboard tools and files that printers and agencies expect. It is subscription-only, unlike Affinity (free) and Inkscape (open source).
Best for Professional logo, icon and illustration work
WindowsmacOSiPadOSSubscription
- 3
Inkscape
The open-source vector editor here, native to SVG and running on Windows, macOS and Linux. Its interface is less polished than Affinity's, and it has no page layout suite.
Best for Open-source SVG drawing and icons
WindowsmacOSLinuxFree and open sourceOpen source
- 4
CorelDRAW
A long-running vector suite with illustration, layout and typography, sold by subscription or one-time purchase. It is paid, unlike Affinity and Inkscape, and the free trial lets you test the full suite first.
Best for Paid illustration and layout suite
WindowsmacOSWebSubscription
- 5
Curve
A focused vector drawing app for Mac and iPad with a free plan. It runs only on Apple devices, so Windows users are better served by Affinity or Inkscape.
Best for Vector drawing on Mac and iPad
macOSiPadOS, iOSFree plan, paid upgrades
- 6
Figma
Vector drawing sits inside a browser-based interface tool with real-time collaboration. It suits shared design work, but it is aimed at interface design more than illustration or print.
Best for Shared interface and UI vector work
WebWindowsmacOSFree plan, paid upgrades
