CoreIDRAW Reviews

“easy to understand and feature-packed

Pros

CorelDRAW has a very easy to understand and has feature-packed layout. My main use is bringing in and adjusting vector and image files for laser cutting and it performs that task excellently.

Cons

It is trickier to use for technical drawings with measurements but it is excellent for making fast concept sketches.

“stopped working

Pros

This was a complete design suite that even included a very powerful photo editing application.

Cons

The program just stopped working! Getting help from support is a dead end. Even upgrading to the latest version did not fix it not even after reinstalling Windows completely. I mean it is completely worthless if it won't run.

“easy to use and quick to master

Pros

It is easy to use, quick to master, has an ergonomic dashboard, no special skills needed to use and is very comprehensive. Plus it allows you to create logos& flyers.

Cons

A bit pricey and bulky. Plus it sometimes lacks compatibility.

“Flexible for all design work

Pros

What I like is its flexibility for all sorts of design work especially illustration, photo retouching and page layout which is something I really value.

Cons

I noticed a couple of problems with it such as random instability and some trouble working smoothly with other programs.

“output quality of it is too good

Pros

The output quality and the way it handles layers are great but your computer needs to have a lot of memory to run it well.

Cons

It is too heavy and complicated to learn and use nowadays. These days there are much simpler programs available.

“Make anything you can imagine

Pros

Anything I imagine I can make successfully with this program whether it is a poster or a logo. I really enjoy expressing my creativity using this software.

Cons

My main thought about this software is that if it itself included some simple photo editing tools as in this way users like me would save a lot of time. But for now we have to switch over to Photoshop or another app for small photo fixes which is not ideal.

“instant setup with a single key

Pros

The Macro & Script feature lets us apply many different graphic design setups instantly just by pressing a pre-assigned key.

Cons

The new interface design was not as easy to understand right away.

“amazing for logos and photo editing

Pros

It is an amazing product for designing Logos and posters and I love the different options I use to edit photos and create albums for my clients. It is a highly recommended product and I love working on it and coming up with new designs.

Cons

When saving a file for use elsewhere it can sometimes become damaged especially with text getting out of alignment. Plus we often have to save the file several times to get a result that looks right.

“a good start but connections lack

Pros

This was my first experience with vector graphics when I began my studies so I value both the tools and how generally user-friendly the program is.

Cons

There is nothing inherently wrong with the program but the Adobe Suite created a smoother connection between apps like Photoshop and Illustrator. That is why, over the years it ended up being used less.

“Sparks your creativity consistently

Pros

It really sparks your creativity and you can consistently produce excellent work with it. Also it is incredibly versatile and moving through its interface is very simple. I also like how well it connects and works with plotters.

Cons

The software sometimes crashes unexpectedly so I have to save my work constantly as I go to make sure I do not lose any progress.

“enjoy creating designs very easily

Pros

I really enjoy creating designs in CorelDRAW. For me it is very easy to work with vectors and express my creativity using the program's built-in tools. It also has so many other useful tools that let the design flow smoothly without losing the original idea you want to convey.

Cons

Well I think it would be better if they included more filters in the software package as well as more sample projects from other users. That would help give us a clearer idea of how to start a new design.

“Fair price and good for starters

Pros

The price is fair, it is good for people just starting out and it includes a lot of ready-to-use features. Plus it is easy to learn and manage and it works with all Windows systems.

Cons

Buying the extra add-on programs costs a lot as they are not part of more affordable, complete bundles that receive regular updates.

“enjoy creating product cover designs

Pros

What I enjoy most is creating product cover page designs.

Cons

Very good performance for working with vector images so no complaints.

“a long-time tool since 1998

Pros

I have been using CorelDraw since version 6 back in 1998 and during that time I have used it for countless vector graphics projects.

Cons

It has become slower and less dependable over time, with too many features I do not need. As it takes ages to start up. The price has also gone up, even though there are now many cheaper options available.

“Simply amazing for quick attractive creation

Pros

The ease it provides for quickly, attractively and effectively creating design products is simply amazing. Plus it has a variety of tools that enable the creation of materials for advertising, marketing, art or personal use. The colors it shows on the screen are very close to what you see in the final print.

Cons

In my years of experience using it the main disadvantage I have noticed so far is the inconsistent quality when exporting content to a .jpg file.

“Use it for logos and branding but expensive

Pros

I use it to make logos and branding materials and I enjoy doing illustration work in CorelDRAW. It is also my frequent choice for editing photos.

Cons

Compared to other editing programs, its price is high and its feature set feels limited.

“comparable and lower cost than photoshop

Pros

CorelDRAW is comparable to Photoshop as anyone familiar with Photoshop can easily manage it. Plus they offer a lot of options for editing images and the cost is much lower compared to Photoshop.

Cons

The pen tools do not always work right. The image and editing menus are also very confusing. Many features available in Photoshop are missing here and the Drag and Drop function is hard to manage. It also does not run well on laptops with lower specs. Overall I am not comfortable using it.

“Very strong and feature-filled application

Pros

This is a very strong and feature-filled application, offered at a price that makes it a serious option when you are searching for graphic design software.

Cons

It is not really the programs fault but many bigger companies require you to use Adobe products so you might end up having to learn how to work with both systems.

“Versatile tool for professional designing

Pros

CorelDraw has many functions I use every day for designing items for my clothing store. We have also used it to design our logo. Overall it is a versatile tool with professional-grade features and an interface you can adjust to your liking.

Cons

It definitely requires a lot of time and hands-on practice to learn everything it can do and it's tough for a beginner but it does get easier with consistent use.

“Drag and drop speeds up workflow

Pros

For our team the top feature has to be the drag and drop ability. As it dramatically speeds up our entire workflow.

Cons

The hardest part is definitely when you are just starting. It can feel a bit overwhelming but don't give up. The more you use it, the simpler it becomes and the end results make all the effort worthwhile.