Abstract
Craft
| Feature | Abstract | Craft |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | From $13/mo | Free / from $5/mo |
| Free Plan | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Rating | 4 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Best For | design-teams, agencies, enterprise-design, product-teams | apple-users, writers, teams, knowledge-workers |
| Founded | 2015 | 2019 |
| Version Control | ✓ | ✗ |
| Branching | ✓ | ✗ |
| Design Reviews | ✓ | ✗ |
| Collections | ✓ | ✗ |
| Inspect | ✓ | ✗ |
| Integrations | ✓ | ✗ |
| Block Editor | ✗ | ✓ |
| Nested Pages | ✗ | ✓ |
| Ai Assistant | ✗ | ✓ |
| Collaboration | ✗ | ✓ |
| Sharing | ✗ | ✓ |
| Templates | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Abstract Pros
- Version control for design
- Great for teams
- Design reviews
- Branching
✗ Abstract Cons
- Sketch-focused
- Expensive
- Steep learning curve
✓ Craft Pros
- Stunning native Apple design
- Fast and responsive
- Good sharing and collaboration
- AI assistant included
✗ Craft Cons
- Best on Apple devices
- Limited web version
- Less powerful databases than Notion
The Verdict
Abstract is built for design teams and agencies, with a focus on version-control and branching. Craft targets apple users and writers and leads with block-editor and nested-pages.
On pricing, Craft is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $5/mo compared to $13/mo for Abstract. That $8/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Craft has a free plan, which gives it a meaningful edge for individuals and small teams exploring their options. Abstract requires a paid subscription from day one.
Craft edges out on user ratings (4.6 vs 4). While both are well-regarded, that gap reflects real differences in user satisfaction worth considering.
Bottom line: Craft has a slight overall edge — but if version control for design matters most to you, Abstract may still be the right call.