Adobe XD vs Figma: UI Design Compared (2026)
Adobe XD and Figma are UI design and prototyping tools.
- Verified 13 Nov 2026Sources are dated on this page
- 6 sourcesLinked, typed and dated
- No winner declaredFit depends on your criteria
- Not tested by Stack18Editorial summary of documented facts
Adobe XD vs Figma: the short answer
Adobe XD and Figma are UI design and prototyping tools. Adobe XD is in maintenance mode and no longer sold standalone; Figma is actively developed and widely used.
XD remains usable for existing Creative Cloud users but receives no new features. Figma offers real-time collaboration, Dev Mode and continual updates.
We compare what the dated sources support and mark the rest Unknown. No winner is declared: the better fit depends on your size, budget and how you work.
Choose Adobe XD if you- Need to open or maintain existing XD files
- Already pay for Creative Cloud All Apps
Choose Figma if you- Are choosing a design tool today
- Need real-time collaboration and developer handoff
- Want an actively developed product
Adobe XD and Figma at a glance.
One card per product, drawn from each full profile. Open a profile for features, pricing plans, limits and sources.
Adobe XD
Adobe · Design & Prototyping Software
Adobe XD is a vector-based UI and UX design and prototyping application from Adobe for Windows and macOS that Adobe has placed in maintenance mode, receiving bug and security fixes but no new features, and that is no longer sold as a single app to new customers.
- Pricing
- Not sold to new customers; existing users via Creative Cloud All Apps.
- Best for
- Teams maintaining legacy XD files
Figma
Figma · Design & Prototyping Software
Figma is a browser-based collaborative design platform for interface design, prototyping, whiteboarding (FigJam) and developer handoff, priced by plan and seat type.
- Pricing
- Starter free; Professional Full $16, Dev $12, Collab $3; Organization Full $55; Enterprise Full $90 per seat a month.
- Best for
- Product teams designing interfaces together
Adobe XD vs Figma: feature-by-feature comparison.
Every row is drawn from the two profiles and their sources. Rows that differ are marked, and you can filter the table to show only those.
- YesDocumented
- PartialAvailable with limits or on some plans
- NoDocumented as unavailable
- UnknownNot documented in the sources reviewed
| Dimension |  Adobe XD |  Figma |
|---|---|---|
| Product | ||
| Core model | YesAdobe XD is a vector-based UI and UX design and prototyping application from Adobe for Windows and macOS that Adobe has placed in maintenance mode, receiving bug and… | YesFigma is a browser-based collaborative design platform for interface design, prototyping, whiteboarding (FigJam) and developer handoff, priced by plan and seat type. |
| Product type | YesUI/UX design and prototyping app (maintenance mode) | YesCollaborative interface design |
| Vendor | YesAdobe | YesFigma |
| Pricing | ||
| Pricing model | YesPer user, seat or unit | YesPer user, seat or unit |
| Free planDiffers | NoNo | YesYes (Starter) |
| Free trialDiffers | NoNo | UnknownNot documented |
| Starting price | YesNot sold to new customers; existing users via Creative Cloud All Apps. | YesStarter free; Professional Full $16, Dev $12, Collab $3; Organization Full $55; Enterprise Full $90 per seat a month. |
| Platform and deployment | ||
| PlatformsDiffers | YesWindows, macOS | YesWeb, Windows, macOS |
| Deployment | YesCloud (SaaS) | YesCloud (SaaS) |
| Key integrations | YesCreative Cloud libraries; Photoshop and Illustrator; Plug-ins (legacy) | YesJira; Slack; GitHub |
| Fit | ||
| Team sizeDiffers | YesSolo and freelancers, Small teams, Mid-size teams | YesSmall teams, Mid-size teams, Large enterprises |
| Best for | YesTeams maintaining legacy XD files | YesProduct teams designing interfaces together |
| Built for India | UnknownNot flagged as India-specific in its profile | UnknownNot flagged as India-specific in its profile |
| AI | ||
| AI features | UnknownNot documented in the sources reviewed | UnknownNot documented in the sources reviewed |
Adobe XD vs Figma pricing.
Adobe XD pricing
No longer sold standalone; available to existing users with Creative Cloud All Apps.
- Starting pointNot sold to new customers; existing users via Creative Cloud All Apps.
- Free planNo
- Free trialNo
From the Adobe XD profile. Checked 13 Nov 2026.
All Adobe XD plans and sources
Figma pricing
Per user, seat or unit
- Starting pointStarter free; Professional Full $16, Dev $12, Collab $3; Organization Full $55; Enterprise Full $90 per seat a month.
- Free planYes (Starter)
- Free trialNot documented
From the Figma profile. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
All Figma plans and sourcesAdobe XD is available only to existing users through Creative Cloud All Apps. Figma has a free Starter plan, with Professional Full seats at $16 a month and Organization Full at $55.
List prices rarely tell the whole story. Check minimum terms, user or volume minimums, add-ons and taxes such as GST before comparing totals.
Prices and plans change. Confirm current terms with each vendor before you decide.
Adobe XD vs Figma: implementation, ecosystem, AI and security.
Ease of implementation and trials
We did not test setup or migration for either product. Adobe XD free trial: No. Figma free trial: Not documented. Pilot one real process in each before committing.
Integrations and ecosystem
Adobe XD: Creative Cloud libraries; Photoshop and Illustrator; Plug-ins (legacy). Figma: Jira; Slack; GitHub. Check each integration directory for the tools you actually use.
AI capabilities
Adobe XD does not document AI features in the sources reviewed. Figma does not document AI features in the sources reviewed. We did not test output quality, so run both against a real task before treating AI as a deciding factor.
Deployment, security and administration
Adobe XD runs as cloud (SaaS); Figma runs as cloud (SaaS). We did not review certifications or data residency in detail. Request current security documentation from both vendors if you are regulated.
Adobe XD and Figma: each option, in balance.
Adobe XD
Strengths and limitations from the profile
- Existing files remain usable for Creative Cloud All Apps subscribers.
- Mature prototyping features like auto-animate.
- Integrates with Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Still receives security and bug fixes.
- No new features since early 2024.
- Not sold to new customers as a standalone app.
- Teams need to plan a migration.
- Collaboration lags actively developed tools.
Figma
Strengths and limitations from the profile
- Real-time collaboration.
- Cheap Collab and Dev seats.
- Free Starter plan.
- Only Full seats can edit designs.
- Organization and Enterprise seats are costly.
- Unused seats stay billed until removed.
Adobe XD or Figma: which fits which situation?
No overall winner is declared. The better choice depends on the criteria that matter most to you, so test both against your own requirements.
Choose Adobe XD if you…
- Need to open or maintain existing XD files
- Already pay for Creative Cloud All Apps
Choose Figma if you…
- Are choosing a design tool today
- Need real-time collaboration and developer handoff
- Want an actively developed product
Switching between Adobe XD and Figma.
Moving from XD to Figma means converting or rebuilding files, components and prototypes. Rebuild your design system first, then active projects.
- Export a sample of your data and test an import into the other product.
- List the automations, integrations and permissions you would need to rebuild.
- Pilot with one team before a full cut-over.
- Check contract terms and notice periods with both vendors.
General guidance, not specific to either vendor. Confirm migration options with the vendors.
Adobe XD vs Figma: questions and answers
What is the difference between Adobe XD and Figma?
Adobe XD and Figma are UI design and prototyping tools. Adobe XD is in maintenance mode and no longer sold standalone; Figma is actively developed and widely used. XD remains usable for existing Creative Cloud users but receives no new features.
Is Adobe XD discontinued?
Adobe placed XD in maintenance mode in 2024: bug and security fixes only, no new features, and no standalone sales to new customers.
Can I import XD files into Figma?
Third-party converters exist; results vary. Test with a sample file.
Is Figma free?
Figma has a free Starter plan.
Which is better for small businesses, Adobe XD or Figma?
Adobe XD is documented for solo and freelancers, small teams, mid-size teams; Figma for small teams, mid-size teams, large enterprises. Choose Adobe XD if you need to open or maintain existing XD files; choose Figma if you are choosing a design tool today.
What are the alternatives to Adobe XD and Figma?
Both are listed in Stack18’s Design & Prototyping Software directory. See the Adobe XD alternatives guide and the Figma alternatives guide for sourced shortlists of competitors.
Where this comparison comes from.
- Adobe XD end of life Mapsoft Third-party Accessed 13 Nov 2026
- Adobe has no plans to invest in XD The Register Third-party Accessed 13 Nov 2026
- Adobe XD common questions Adobe Official Accessed 13 Nov 2026
- Figma Pricing 2026: Plans, Seats, and Billing Costs (1 November 2026) Activepieces Third-party Accessed 10 Nov 2026
- 8 Best Figma Alternatives in 2026 (prices checked 25 September 2026) Dupple Third-party Accessed 10 Nov 2026
- Canva alternatives (pricing checked 12 October 2026) Firecrawl Alexandria Third-party Accessed 10 Nov 2026
Comparison rows summarise the sources listed and the two profiles. Confirm current details with each vendor. Stack18 has not tested either product.
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