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Sketch pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $12 to $74 per editor/month in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.

Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.

  • Free tier: No free tier available
  • Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
  • Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training

Sketch offers 5 pricing tiers: Standard, Business, Enterprise, Private Cloud, Mac-only License. Standard paid plans include Standard at $12/editor/month, Business at $24/editor/month, Enterprise at $44/editor/month. The Business plan is growing teams needing security.

Compared to other design tools software, Sketch is positioned at the budget-friendly price point.

Last verified: January 2026 | Sources: 4 pricing pages and reviews

Sketch pioneered modern UI/UX design when it launched in 2010, becoming the first serious alternative to Adobe's dominance in digital design. As a Mac-native vector design tool purpose-built for screen design, Sketch revolutionized how designers created interfaces, icons, and digital products.

Sketch pricing ranges from $12/editor/month for Standard to $74/editor/month for Private Cloud, with all plans requiring annual billing.

All Sketch Plans & Pricing

Plan Monthly Annual Best For
Standard Documents: UnlimitedViewers: Unlimited (free) $12 /editor/month $12 /editor/month Individual designers and small teams
Business Documents: UnlimitedViewers: Unlimited (free) $24 /editor/month $24 /editor/month Growing teams needing security
Enterprise Minimum editors: 25 $44 /editor/month $44 /editor/month Large organizations
Private Cloud Minimum editors: 50 $74 /editor/month $74 /editor/month Enterprises requiring private cloud
Mac-only License Collaboration: None Contact Contact Solo designers wanting offline Mac app
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Standard

  • Real-time collaboration
  • Unlimited documents
  • Unlimited free viewers
  • Version history
  • Developer handoff
  • Native Mac app
  • Web app access
  • iOS/iPad app

Business

  • Everything in Standard
  • SSO (SAML)
  • Advanced permissions
  • Dedicated support
  • Custom terms

Enterprise

  • Everything in Business
  • SCIM provisioning
  • BYOK encryption
  • Advanced security

Private Cloud

  • Private cloud environment
  • Hosting location choice
  • Dedicated infrastructure

Mac-only License

  • Native Mac app only
  • Local file storage
  • One year of updates
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Hidden Costs to Budget For

Watch for 5 hidden costs
  • Mac-only requirement: Sketch's native app only runs on macOS - Windows/Linux users need web app
  • Annual billing mandatory: All subscription plans require yearly commitment
  • Collaboration requires subscription: The $120 Mac-only license has no collaboration features
  • Plugin ecosystem costs: Many advanced plugins require separate purchases
  • Private Cloud minimums: Requires 50+ editors minimum ($3,700/month)
Tip

Ask your Sketch sales rep about these costs upfront. Getting them in writing before signing can save you from surprise charges later.

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Frequently Asked Questions

01 How much does Sketch cost?

Sketch Standard costs $12/editor/month (billed annually at $144/year). Business costs $24/editor/month, Enterprise costs $44/editor/month (25+ editors), and Private Cloud costs $74/editor/month (50+ editors). There's also a Mac-only license for $120 one-time.

02 Does Sketch have a free trial?

Yes, Sketch offers a 30-day free trial with no credit card required. The trial includes full access to Standard plan features.

03 Is Sketch Mac-only?

Sketch's native desktop app is Mac-only. However, paid subscription plans include web app access that works on any platform. Viewers can access files from any browser.

04 How does Sketch compare to Figma pricing?

Sketch Standard at $12/editor/month matches Figma Professional. Sketch Business ($24) is half the cost of Figma Organization ($45), making Sketch more affordable for mid-size teams.

05 Can I pay for Sketch monthly?

No, Sketch requires annual billing for all subscription plans.