Concepts
Concepts is a versatile digital sketching application designed for visual thinkers, designers, and anyone who needs a flexible space to brainstorm, plan, and create.
Our verdict
Who it's for
Infinite, flexible sketching for thinking, planning, and creating with editable vector strokes.
Who should look elsewhere
Full feature parity across all platforms is still in progress.
Pros
- +Highly flexible and editable vector-based drawing.
- +Infinite canvas provides unlimited space for ideas.
- +Robust feature set for both freehand sketching and precise design.
- +Supports various platforms with ongoing development for feature parity.
- +Offers free tier, one-time purchases, and subscription options.
Cons
- −Full feature parity across all platforms is still in progress.
- −Some advanced features are iOS-only or require paid upgrades.
- −File format incompatibility between iOS and Windows/Android currently exists.
Key features
- ✓Infinite Canvas
- ✓Editable Vector Strokes
- ✓Vector-Raster Hybrid Brushes (Pencils, Pens, Markers, Airbrush, Watercolor)
- ✓COPIC Color Wheels and HSL/RGB Color Sliders
- ✓Infinite Layers with Focus Mode
- ✓Import & Export (PDF, PNG, PSD, SVG, DXF, JPG)
- ✓Precision Design Tools (Grids, Line Smoothing, Live Snap, Shape Guides, Real-World Scale)
- ✓Object Libraries (pre-made and custom)
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infinite Sketchbook | — | month | An assortment of hand-crafted vector-hybrid brushes + tools; COPIC / HSL / RGB color wheels; five layers |
| Pro Infinite Flexibility | $4.99 | month | Access to over 200 libraries, services and features in Concepts across iOS, Android, ChromeOS, and Windows; new updates arriving all the time |
| ONE TIME PURCHASES | $1.99 | month | Unlock selection & editing tools; infinite layers; shape guides |
| Teams Business & Organization Licensing | $10 | month | Unlock Concepts Pro for your entire team; regular updates; priority support |
| ENTERPRISE | — | month | Manual billing; security audits; special services |
| EDUCATION | — | month | Free licenses for your entire school |
Integrations
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