Figma Reviews

“Good auto layout”

Pros

Auto layout is the standout feature in the software because it makes building responsive designs much more smooth.

Cons

At times it does crash and that's something the software really needs to improve.

“TWO years experience”

Pros

After using the software for the past two years, it still meets my needs really well. A few things I especially appreciate are that it's simple to learn, the drag-and-drop functions works really nicely and the design code feature is something I rely on for a lot of web design projects. The community is also strong and helpful and the plugins and widgets add a lot of value to the overall experience.

Cons

Even though the software is a very solid design tool, there are still a few downsides. Certain tools are missing from the platform which can be limiting at times.

“love it!”

Pros

After going through a bunch of wireframing tools I still kept falling back to sketching every mockup and wireframe on paper. Once I gave the software a try, it became clear how much I had been missing. It makes the whole process, from wireframing to putting together a prototype, very simple and everything can also be used with third-party apps.

Cons

On some computers, it can feel a little slow at times.

“dev mode is excellent”

Pros

There's a lot to appreciate about this tool especially how much you can still get done with the free version. The recent Dev Mode addition has been an absolute standout for me.

Cons

There isn't anything I dislike about the application.

“excellent prototyping workflow”

Pros

A really strong platform for prototyping. It's simple to use and comes with features that save a lot of time.

Cons

I haven't run into any issues with the software.

“good for graphic design”

Pros

It is an excellent starting point for anyone who wants to begin working in graphic design. It's free to use yet it still offers a simple and accessible interface that makes it approachable.

Cons

At the beginning, new users may find it difficult to understand how to use certain commands because the guidance is limited. There are also a few bugs here and there.

“Responsive editor”

Pros

Works really well for creating, refining and redesigning unique prototypes for both desktop software and web applications. It handles both wireframing and prototyping so we use it for a wide range of tasks, from website layouts to animation workflows. It's not the most beginner friendly tool but it's especially well suited for web-based projects. The online editor responds quickly and there's a strong selection of colors and fonts. It's definitely a top choice for designers.

Cons

The interface isn't very accessible and can be challenging to figure out especially for beginners.

“strong plugins”

Pros

Getting started with the software feels very natural and it's simple to figure out and learn on your own without needing technical help. It includes all the essential features that make the design process more convenient especially with different frame types that can be adapted to whatever you're working on. The plugins are probably the most valuable part since they help you handle almost anything you need while designing.

Cons

One frustrating limitation is that the software doesn't let you export an embedded prototype design directly as an image, PDF or PPT. Because of that, you have to place the the software design into another tool if you need those formats. That becomes particularly inconvenient and gets in the way when you're working on UI design.

“responsive across devices”

Pros

Building responsive layouts in the software is one of its strongest features. Designs adjust well to different screen sizes and devices and it's efficient to create components that resize and reflow properly for desktop, mobile and tablet versions.

Cons

Because it's a web-based tool, local work is very limited which can be really frustrating. If someone doesn't have a reliable 24/7 internet connection, the software becomes almost unusable so that dependency on being online is a major downside.

“faster exports”

Pros

Exporting assets and CSS saves me a lot of time when building websites as a frontend developer. The real-time collaboration is also really useful since multiple people can work on and edit the same file together at once.

Cons

Opening large files still feels laggy which can be pretty uncomfortable to deal with. When a project includes a big website with lots of pages and prototypes, that the software file can use up a lot of RAM on my computer.

“Great plugin ecosystem”

Pros

The widget and plug-in support is something I really appreciate since it helps create an ecosystem around app marketing.

Cons

I was concerned that the Adobe acquisition might affect the software's long-term future.

“so good”

Pros

Working in the software makes collaboration really simple and creating prototypes and mockups feels very easy. I really enjoyed using the software and it's beginner friendly as well.

Cons

It would be even better if the software included more built-in libraries.

“good experience”

Pros

Getting started with the software doesn't take long especially if you've used other design tools before. It really shines when working with other designers in real time since everyone can jump into the same file and collaborate together. The components feature is also very solid and keeps getting better over time.

Cons

the software offers a lot of powerful plug-ins but discovering them isn't very accessible. I usually only hear about useful ones from coworkers after already struggling through problems that those plug-ins could have solved earlier.

“Design to specs, all in one”

Pros

Being able to handle design, prototyping, testing and spec inspection all in one place is something I really appreciate.

Cons

Prototyping still feels like it could be better and I'd like to see more advanced features added there.

“done right!”

Pros

Sharing prototypes and design work with clients is very easy in the software which makes presenting ideas and getting validation much more efficient. It also includes advanced prototyping capabilities like conditional interactions, animations and transitions so building highly interactive and realistic prototypes is absolutely possible.

Cons

The file and folder system in the software feels fairly rigid. Managing and navigating projects can get complicated especially once you're dealing with larger-scale work.

“live collaboration for every project”

Pros

Being a web app that's always available makes it really convenient and I can work together with colleagues in real time on projects. It's useful for building presentations, designing software UI mockups and even turning it into a whiteboard where we can place ideas on a virtual infinite canvas.

Cons

A few advanced capabilities you'd get in Microsoft PowerPoint or the Adobe suite still aren't available here.

“Quick creation and editing”

Pros

The convenience and speed of creating and editing directly in the platform really stand out.

Cons

It would be nice to have a simple way to change the DPI and switch measurement units like cm or mm for print projects.

“flexible design libraries”

Pros

Creating libraries in the software makes managing design files really easy and organized.

Cons

I don't like that there's no way to prevent team members from viewing a file so I'm constantly switching between the final version and the draft.

“powerful design suite for less”

Pros

Working in the software feels very easy and it lets you handle many of the same design tasks you'd normally do in Adobe Creative Suite but at a much lower cost.

Cons

Compared with some other tools it takes a little time to fully understand the interface and figure out where everything is located.

“Review”

Pros

A really effective way to collaborate on different website prototypes, review them together and make updates to the design and layout as needed.

Cons

Performance can vary depending on the computer you're using. On some machines, the software takes a while to load or process and it can feel choppy when scrolling or switching between pages.