Affinity Suite
by Affinity (Canva)
Professional Creative Software, Free for Everyone
Score
Score
Our verdict
Free professional design, photo editing, and page layout app with vector, pixel, and layout tools in one .af file.
Overview
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Score breakdown
Overall score
Scores are editorial assessments by the Compare Best AI team on a 0–10 scale.
Expert review
CompareBestAI
Compare Best AI · Editorial Team
Affinity Suite combines vector design, pixel photo editing, and page layout in one ultra-fast app. Supports PSD, AI, IDML, DWG imports; non-destructive editing; optional Canva premium AI tools; export to Canva for collaboration; integrations with Capture One, DaVinci Resolve, and Cavalry. Free for individuals on Mac and Windows; iPad version coming soon. Organization SSO via Canva Enterprise or Canva Education.
How we tested
Days tested
30 days
Tasks evaluated
- ·Photo editing comparison
- ·Vector design
- ·Page layout
- ·File compatibility
- ·Performance benchmarking
Method
Compared against Adobe Creative Cloud
Reviewer
CompareBestAI
Plans & pricing
Individual (Free)
Mac and Windows individuals
- Full Affinity app free
- Vector, pixel, and layout tools
- File compatibility with major formats
- Non-destructive workflow
Canva Enterprise / Education
Organizations needing SSO
- Affinity with SSO
- Contact Canva Enterprise or Canva Education
Pricing may vary by region. Always verify on the vendor's website.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Affinity Suite | Adobe CC | CorelDRAW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | |||
| One-time purchase (no subscription) | |||
| Quality | |||
| Professional-grade design tools | |||
Is it right for you?
Good fit for
Graphic design and branding
Graphic design and branding
Photo retouching and editing
Photo retouching and editing
Editorial and print layout
Editorial and print layout
Logo and illustration creation
Logo and illustration creation
User reviews
Editorial score
Distribution is estimated from our editorial score. Verified user reviews coming soon.
Use cases
Typical ways teams rely on this tool — from everyday tasks to specialized workflows.
- Graphic design and branding
- Photo retouching and editing
- Editorial and print layout
- Logo and illustration creation
- Cross-tool creative workflows with Canva and DaVinci Resolve
Integrations
Reported connectors
Apps and services commonly connected out of the box or via official connectors.
- PSD files
- AI files
- SVG
- EPS
- iPad
Privacy & compliance
Security & data practices
Highlights we track from the vendor's documentation. Always confirm current terms, subprocessors, and regional policies on their official site.
- GDPR-ready
Details
Category
Price
- Free for individuals on Mac and Windows
- Canva Enterprise/Education contact for organization SSO
Free version
Best for
- Graphic design and branding
- Photo retouching and editing
- Editorial and print layout
Affinity Suite
Content & Design
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