Adobe XD launched in 2016 as Adobe's answer to Sketch and Figma. After Adobe's failed acquisition of Figma in 2023, XD development has slowed significantly, with the product now in maintenance mode.
Adobe XD is a vector-based UI/UX design tool for creating websites, apps, and prototypes. Part of Adobe Creative Cloud suite.
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Quick Answer
Adobe XD is a design tool. Adobe XD launched in 2016 as Adobe's answer to Sketch and Figma. Paid plans start at $22.99/mo.
Overview
Adobe XD Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Single App | $22.99/mo | XD only, 100 GB storage |
| All Apps | $59.99/mo | XD + Photoshop, Illustrator, 20+ apps |
Adobe XD is available as a single app ($22.99/month) or as part of Creative Cloud All Apps ($59.99/month). The free starter plan has been discontinued.
Key Features
XD provides vector design tools, interactive prototyping with Auto-Animate transitions, component states for design systems, and voice prototyping for conversational interfaces. It integrates with other Adobe Creative Cloud apps.
- Vector design
- Prototyping
- Component states
- Auto-animate
- Responsive resize
- Voice prototyping
- Plugins
- Creative Cloud sync
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Adobe ecosystem integration
- Good prototyping
- Auto-animate is powerful
- Voice prototyping
Cons
- Development slowed significantly
- Figma is dominant
- Limited plugin ecosystem
Use Cases
Teams already invested in Adobe Creative Cloud sometimes use XD alongside Photoshop and Illustrator. Some legacy projects and courses still reference XD workflows.
Our Verdict
Adobe XD is in decline. While functional, its reduced development means fewer updates and a shrinking community. New teams and designers should choose Figma for long-term viability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Adobe XD
Adobe has significantly reduced XD development after the failed Figma acquisition. It is in maintenance mode. New users should choose Figma instead.
Adobe XD is $22.99/month as a single app or included in the All Apps plan at $59.99/month. There is no longer a free starter plan.
Learn Figma. It has far more market share, job opportunities, and active development. Adobe XD skills are increasingly less relevant in the industry.
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