Figma Reviews

“Good tool!”

Pros

Right away the clean interface and strong collaboration features make working in the software feel very natural. Building designs by composing components also helps a lot once development starts since there's a clear parallel between design elements and code components. The prototype flows for user journeys are flexible too and they help teams make important decisions before any code is written.

Cons

Version control is still weak and that can create confusion or miscommunication across teams. On top of that, single-view prototyping is mostly limited to high-fidelity mockups which reduces flexibility for developers who want to take advantage of tools available in code.

“great interface”

Pros

Working on projects feels much more manageable with this software. The interface is excellent and there's more than enough guidance and support to help beginners get started confidently. Another big plus is that the software continues to work fully even when I'm offline.

Cons

Up to this point, I honestly can't think of any issues I've had while using the software.

“LOVE it”

Pros

Offers a lot of value with its pricing, effective feature set, active community and overall convenience. It also makes collaboration really productive whether you're working with teammates or involving clients in the process.

Cons

Once you become familiar with it, the software is quite manageable to use but getting to that point takes time.

“standout prototyping”

Pros

Getting started with it is very easy, the initial difficulty is minimal and it makes design feel accessible to just about anyone. The prototype and flow tools are excellent for presenting mockups.

Cons

I haven't run into any real drawbacks though a font download manager could be a nice addition.

“Complete powerhouse”

Pros

Having everything for my design work in a single place has been a huge plus and it gives me several ways to export projects and present them to other people.

Cons

At times not every feature works as well as it should. Some options that are meant to improve the design process do not always respond the way they are supposed to and it can take a few tries before they finally work. I'm not sure whether that is a bug in the software.

“frustrating basics and frustrating handling”

Pros

I have to admit that the software is a really strong tool when it comes to creating website visuals from the ground up.

Cons

Something about this tool kept getting on my nerves over and over again. Even basic things like scrolling or dragging and dropping elements gave me trouble. I've worked with other graphic design programs and tools before but none of them left me as frustrated as the software did. It may simply be too advanced for me and that could be part of the issue.

“what a tool!”

Pros

Has been one of the best tools I've ever used especially for prototyping and graphic design. Whether I'm creating layouts for mobile screens or tablet sizes, the overall experience with the software has been excellent. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone planning to start a career in design.

Cons

One thing I still feel is missing is a fuller set of tools. Compared with Adobe XD, the software could use more features and since it's now part of Adobe, I'm hoping some of XD's tools will eventually be added into the software.

“Positive experience”

Pros

Feels incredibly advanced and gives you almost endless freedom to create whatever design ideas you can think of. One of my favorite parts is being able to build prototypes and test them with users as well.

Cons

It does take some time to get comfortable with the toolbar functions on both the left and right sides. If you're new to it, you may need to rely on tutorials or YouTube videos at the beginning.

“besttt”

Pros

The UI/UX feels very accessible and the collaboration features are excellent. Sharing files and copying free templates is really easy. It also boosts productivity a lot thanks to strong components, grouping and relationship features. The free tier is also quite generous.

Cons

The Adobe suite still offers a broader overall set of tools.

“Impressive features”

Pros

It comes with plugins that really help speed up the work and it offers a lot of excellent features even for more complex projects like website creation.

Cons

It's not all that accessible. You often need to look through forums to figure out newer features.

“accessible for non-designers”

Pros

Coming from a non-technical and non-design background, getting started with the software felt very approachable and easy.

Cons

The navigation could be more accessible and on a Mac, zooming in and out with the mouse scroll wheel doesn't work very well.

“real-time design collaboration”

Pros

Working with our design team feels completely different with the software. It has been a game changer for reviewing work and collaborating because everything happens in one place. We can look at designs, ask for changes and make selections in real time without wasting time on unnecessary five-minute meetings or long email threads.

Cons

My only complaint is that I wish we had even more chances to use it.

“So convenient”

Pros

Sharing projects, files, pages and more with anyone who has access is really convenient. It makes collaboration much better and helps designers get their work done more efficiently.

Cons

One downside is that it can't be used without an internet connection.

“flexible for research visuals”

Pros

I used the software to organize my research images and it worked really well for labeling them and adjusting everything the way I needed. The flexibility it offers was definitely one of the things I appreciated most.

Cons

It's a solid tool but getting started can feel a bit overwhelming. I personally needed some time to get comfortable with all of its features so it takes a little patience and practice before it starts to feel natural.

“collaborative prototyping that delivers”

Pros

Getting around the software has been a very positive experience. As a developer, I need clients to clearly see how their project will look and this platform has helped our team build prototypes faster while still making them feel realistic. The ability to animate designs makes a big difference and clients can even collaborate with us directly during the process. That shared editing and teamwork helps them get more involved in the project, feel more confident about what they want and decide whether the final direction truly matches their expectations. Another thing I appreciate is how quickly it can be accessed without being tied to just one computer. Managing and sharing files with teammates is very convenient and it also supports brainstorming which makes that stage much quicker and more organized. It works well for both simple and advanced designs depending on the client's needs and the option to leave notes and comments makes communication much clearer. Because of all that, the software feels like an essential and highly valuable tool for almost any field.

Cons

Getting started with the software can feel a bit overwhelming especially if you have been using other design tools for a long time. Once you spend some time navigating it though, it becomes much easier to understand and use. One thing I would still like to see improved is performance because the software can slow down when too many plugins are added. Even so, compared with all the benefits it offers, those issues feel relatively minor and manageable.

“great for live design collaboration”

Pros

Over the past three years, the software has been my go-to design platform for building wireframes and UI mockups alongside design teams. When several team members need to work on the same design board at the same time, it really shines as a real-time collaboration tool. It also includes built-in commenting which makes it simple for business stakeholders to leave feedback on specific design elements while the design and product teams can view those comments directly in Slack. On the development side although we often relied on Zeplin for CSS snippets tied to design components, the software also provides CSS code directly for developers which is very convenient. Overall it's an accessible and highly productive tool.

Cons

A major downside with the software is the lack of offline support. It depends on an active internet connection to be usable which can make working from remote locations frustrating when connectivity is unstable or unavailable.

“Super valuable”

Pros

Using the software feels very approachable thanks to how simple it is to work with and the community around it is a big plus. It has plenty of useful features and the pricing makes it even more appealing.

Cons

A small downside is that some advanced features can be harder to access unless you already know the keyboard shortcuts. The interface also feels fairly minimal compared with some other editors.

“browser-based design powerhouse”

Pros

the software has become my go-to design tool because it lets me handle so much in one place. it's user friendly, runs right in the browser and the collaboration features are really strong. At this point, it's pretty much the only design software I rely on for most of my work.

Cons

prototyping and user testing features still feel somewhat limited. there are times when I need to bring in third-party tools just to cover some fairly basic user testing needs.

“powerful interface”

Pros

Very few tools leave this kind of impression on me but the software definitely does. It strikes an ideal balance between being powerful and still simple to work with. Compared with Photoshop, it feels much more approachable while still giving you everything needed to create polished, beautiful interfaces.

Cons

My only real issue with the software is that it can lag a bit when very large images are placed on the artboards or when the artboards themselves get extremely large.

“autolayout makes designing faster”

Pros

Autolayout is hands down the best feature I've used in any design tool, not just for digital design but even compared with print design software.

Cons

The layers and frame system still doesn't work for me. I much prefer the more traditional layers-and-groups setup that other design programs use.