Adobe XD
Gamma
| Feature | Adobe XD | Gamma |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | From $54.99/mo | Free / from $10/mo |
| Free Plan | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Rating | 4 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Best For | adobe-users, ui-designers, teams-already-in-creative-cloud, rapid-prototyping | professionals, educators, marketers, consultants |
| Founded | 2016 | 2020 |
| Vector Design | ✓ | ✗ |
| Prototyping | ✓ | ✗ |
| Auto Animate | ✓ | ✗ |
| Repeat Grid | ✓ | ✗ |
| Components | ✓ | ✗ |
| Design Specs | ✓ | ✗ |
| Voice Prototyping | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ai Generation | ✗ | ✓ |
| Responsive Design | ✗ | ✓ |
| Templates | ✗ | ✓ |
| Collaboration | ✗ | ✓ |
| Analytics | ✗ | ✓ |
| Embedding | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Adobe XD Pros
- Tight integration with Adobe Creative Cloud suite
- Smooth prototyping with auto-animate transitions
- Repeat grid for efficient design patterns
- Included in Creative Cloud subscription
✗ Adobe XD Cons
- In maintenance mode (Adobe investing in Figma instead)
- No longer receiving major feature updates
- Community and plugin ecosystem declining
✓ Gamma Pros
- AI generates full presentations
- Responsive design (works on mobile)
- No design skills needed
- Fast content creation
✗ Gamma Cons
- Limited export options
- AI content needs editing
- Fewer templates than traditional tools
The Verdict
Adobe XD is built for adobe users and ui designers, with a focus on vector-design and prototyping. Gamma targets professionals and educators and leads with ai-generation and responsive-design.
On pricing, Gamma is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $10/mo compared to $54.99/mo for Adobe XD. That $44.99/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Gamma has a free plan, which gives it a meaningful edge for individuals and small teams exploring their options. Adobe XD requires a paid subscription from day one.
Gamma edges out on user ratings (4.5 vs 4). While both are well-regarded, that gap reflects real differences in user satisfaction worth considering.
Feature-wise, Adobe XD offers broader built-in capabilities (7 features vs 6), while Gamma takes a more focused approach — which can mean a simpler, faster onboarding experience.
Bottom line: Gamma has a slight overall edge — but if tight integration with adobe creative cloud suite matters most to you, Adobe XD may still be the right call.