Choose Affinity if you want
Free vector and photo work in one app.
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.
Choose CorelDRAW if you want
Paid illustration and layout suite.
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.
The main differences
- Only CorelDRAW runs on Web.
- Affinity can be used for free; CorelDRAW requires payment.
Side by side
 Affinity |  CorelDRAW | |
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| Score | 92.0 | 87.0 |
| Rank in list | #1 of 7 | #4 of 7 |
| Price | FreeFree with a Canva account; Canva AI tools need a premium plan | SubscriptionAnnual or monthly subscription, or one-time purchase; free trial |
| Free to use | Yes | No |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | WindowsmacOSWindows, macOS | WindowsmacOSWebWindows, macOS, Web |
| Made by | Canva | Corel |
| Best for | Free vector and photo work in one app | Paid illustration and layout suite |
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| Links | Visit site | Visit site |
Questions about Affinity vs CorelDRAW
- Is Affinity better than CorelDRAW?
- Affinity ranks higher in our list of vector graphics editors (#1 against #4, score 92.0 against 87.0). Affinity is best for: free vector and photo work in one app. CorelDRAW is best for: paid illustration and layout suite.
- Which is cheaper, Affinity or CorelDRAW?
- Affinity: Free with a Canva account; Canva AI tools need a premium plan. CorelDRAW: Annual or monthly subscription, or one-time purchase; free trial.
- Do Affinity and CorelDRAW run on the same platforms?
- Affinity supports Windows, macOS. CorelDRAW supports Windows, macOS, Web.