Abstract
Linearity Curve
| Feature | Abstract | Linearity Curve |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | From $13/mo | Free / from $7.99/mo |
| Free Plan | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Rating | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Best For | design-teams, agencies, enterprise-design, product-teams | illustrators, ui-designers, typography-designers, apple-users |
| Founded | 2015 | 2017 |
| Version Control | ✓ | ✗ |
| Branching | ✓ | ✗ |
| Design Reviews | ✓ | ✗ |
| Collections | ✓ | ✗ |
| Inspect | ✓ | ✗ |
| Integrations | ✓ | ✗ |
| Vector Editing | ✗ | ✓ |
| Auto Trace | ✗ | ✓ |
| Typography | ✗ | ✓ |
| Templates | ✗ | ✓ |
| Gesture Controls | ✗ | ✓ |
| Export Formats | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Abstract Pros
- Version control for design
- Great for teams
- Design reviews
- Branching
✗ Abstract Cons
- Sketch-focused
- Expensive
- Steep learning curve
✓ Linearity Curve Pros
- Free with full features
- Excellent Apple device support
- Intuitive pen tool
- Beautiful interface
✗ Linearity Curve Cons
- Apple ecosystem only
- Limited collaboration
- Fewer plugins than Illustrator
The Verdict
Abstract is built for design teams and agencies, with a focus on version-control and branching. Linearity Curve targets illustrators and ui designers and leads with vector-editing and auto-trace.
On pricing, Linearity Curve is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $7.99/mo compared to $13/mo for Abstract. That $5.01/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Linearity Curve 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.
Linearity Curve edges out on user ratings (4.4 vs 4). While both are well-regarded, that gap reflects real differences in user satisfaction worth considering.
Bottom line: Linearity Curve has a slight overall edge — but if version control for design matters most to you, Abstract may still be the right call.