Figma Reviews

“handy for collaborations”

Pros

Working together in this software is one of its biggest advantages. For distributed design teams it makes it simple to share ideas, collaborate on concepts and build products and websites in a much more efficient way.

Cons

There have been plenty of times when we were trying to test a product and the software started lagging or even freezing. Even after making sure our operating systems were fully updated the platform could still feel very sluggish.

“must-have for marketers”

Pros

Such a solid product and definitely something every marketer should think about using.

Cons

It takes some time to figure out.

“web-based design convenience”

Pros

Having the features available right in the website is really convenient since there's no need to download or install a desktop app.

Cons

A downside is that you can't fully use all the resources when you're offline.

“Browser access and plugin power”

Pros

Being browser based it lets me jump into my work much faster from pretty much any computer without having to deal with installing desktop software first. I also really appreciate the wide range of widgets and plugins available. Those plugins help automate important parts of my design workflow and make collaboration with teammates much more effective during execution.

Cons

I'm fully satisfied with the value it gives me. From my perspective it's easily my favorite tool for user interface design and prototyping and so I don't have any issues with it.

“accessible for web and app design”

Pros

Right from the start the tools feel very accessible and for web or app design it simply does exactly what I need.

Cons

One limitation is that you need to have all your graphic assets prepared ahead of time. If the work goes beyond basic photo editing you'll still need another tool like Photoshop.

“valuable software”

Pros

Comes packed with what feels like an endless set of features! The real time collaboration is incredibly valuable when working with teammates and being able to open it from any device makes a huge difference when you're away from your usual setup. The amount of resources available is hard to match and in that sense it feels very close to a complete platform.

Cons

As with most design software getting a full understanding of everything the software can do takes some time. That said the difficulty is minimized by the clear tutorial videos and articles available. In terms of usability it feels comparable to other design tools rather than offering anything especially new.

“real-time teamwork boost”

Pros

One of the best things about the software is how well it supports real time collaboration. Being able to have several team members working on the same design at once really changes the workflow especially when the team is remote.

Cons

The part I like least about the tool is how it performs with very large files or more complex designs. It's usually fast overall but I've definitely noticed some lag when working on files packed with lots of components or detailed animations.

“Clean design”

Pros

The collaborative features are a standout and the interface feels simple and easy to use.

Cons

Image handling and export features feel a bit limited so having more options there would make it even better.

“collaborative design that delivers”

Pros

It works really well for remote collaboration since two people can jump into the same file and work at the same time without getting in each other's way.

Cons

Every now and then there are a few minor hiccups or bugs but they're usually small issues rather than anything major.

“great collaboration for UI/UX”

Pros

Working in UI/UX I really value this software for its real time collaboration, accessible interface and strong design and prototyping features that make the whole design process more efficient.

Cons

Up to this point I haven't run into any issues with the software.

“versatile design tool across platforms”

Pros

Honestly it feels like one of the best UI/UX tools available in the ecosystem. It's very convenient and comfortable to work with as a designer and the fact that it supports all platforms makes it even more practical to use.

Cons

One thing that still feels missing is in the prototype features: a fit to fill screens option is needed and would be really useful.

“use from anywhere”

Pros

Real time collaboration is the best part and the cloud based access makes it convenient to work from anywhere. It's also versatile enough to handle different design needs without feeling limiting.

Cons

There are still a few downsides like occasional lag during use, limited access when offline and pricing that can feel a bit high.

“Limited functions..”

Pros

Getting around the UI felt easy even without needing any tutorials.

Cons

It's missing quite a few features and the brush selection is limited.

“easy to use”

Pros

The interface feels accessible and easy to use. Real time collaboration with team members works really well and the prototyping and UI/UX design features are powerful enough for demanding projects. Customer support is also responsive and effective especially when critical issues need to be resolved quickly.

Cons

A frustrating part is that managing deleted files can be complicated and stressful if something gets removed by accident. There are also a few limitations when it comes to customizing offline options for projects.

“teamwork and plugin boost”

Pros

Collaborating with a team feels really convenient and makes the whole process much more helpful. There are also plenty of plugins available that help me work faster and save time.

Cons

The feature set is quite limited when you're not using a paid account.

“excellent platform”

Pros

Has played a huge role in helping us build our mobile app. We created the full app design in this platform and it's been an excellent collaborative platform for our team. Everyone can jump into the same files at once, work together on designs and share feedback in real time. The mirroring feature is also really helpful for previewing how everything will actually look on an iPhone.

Cons

One area that could be better is the community search since finding things there isn't always as effective as it should be. It's also a bit unclear and confusing when it comes to creating folders in the software.

“Efficient features”

Pros

It has strong prototyping features and gives developers a clear way to inspect design details, check CSS properties and download assets.

Cons

Still it does come with some difficulty especially for new users getting started.

“powerful automation”

Pros

Shows a huge and growing plugin ecosystem which makes it simple to add new features and automate different tasks.

Cons

Needs more advanced vector editing capabilities especially on the level of Adobe Illustrator.

“reliable real time teamwork”

Pros

For me it works really well for real time collaboration and multiple users can work together in the same file at once without issues.

Cons

Since it is a web based tool, it depends on having a stable internet connection to work properly.

“flexible across every platform”

Pros

Teams using different operating systems whether that's Windows, Linux or Mac can benefit a lot with this software. That cross platform flexibility makes collaboration much more convenient.

Cons

A downside is that the software can run into performance problems when working with large or more complex files.