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    Axure RP

    Score7.6 out of 10
    N/AAxure RP is a software prototyping tool used by UX designers, from Axure Software Solutions in San Diego.N/A

    Figma

    Score8.9 out of 10
    N/AFigma, headquartered in San Francisco, offers their collaborative design and prototyping application to support digital product and UI development.

    $15

    per month per editor

    Pricing
    Axure RPFigma
    Editions & Modules
    No answers on this topic
    Professional
    $144
    per year
    Organization
    $540
    per year
    Starter
    Free
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Axure RPFigma
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Community Pulse
    Axure RPFigma
    Considered Both Products
    Axure Software Solutions
    Chose Axure RP
    Figma is a well known design tool but is heavily skewed towards creating pixel perfect UI interface designs and hence more suited to UI designers. Sketch and AdobeXd, similar to Figma have always been vector based software design tools which affords a designer more control over …
    Incentivized
    Chose Axure RP
    Due to the use of variables and possibility of adding complex user flows and related conditions Axure gives a feel of real solution, which may be tested without a particular scenario (freely used by the user, if a feature or app os complete). Other tools are rather UI focused, …
    Incentivized
    Chose Axure RP
    I think it’s perfect for low fidelity and great to share with other junior marketing team members within my organization.
    Incentivized
    Chose Axure RP
    Axure is my go-to choice because although it is more manual, I have more direct control and can create rich prototypes and interactions that other tools just can't do. With Axure I can mockup physical hardware as well as on-device screens and deep menus.
    You just can't do that …
    Incentivized
    Figma
    Chose Figma
    Adobe XD is an absurd copycat that never got to have even 10% of Figma's features. It's hyper fast because it's native, but that's the only good thing it has.

    Axure RP is an excellent prototyping software, with Local Variables and complex interactions. But it's also extremely …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Figma is much more evolved than Sketch, that requires a lot of plugins to be comparable. It’s more collaborative and easy to jump into calls without leaving the Figma environment. Adobe XD was ok but seems to be on the wane, and had performance issues. Axure RP is powerful, …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    I prefer to use it comparing to Adobe XD. It surely is more intuitive and still develops itself providing new features (e.g. variables; however, I had to get used to the new interface). Now, if I had to compare it to Axure it'd depend on the project I'm working on. In case of …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Figma is the best for collaborative work. Very easy to learn, so easy that most people dont use it properly (which is good and bad at the same time). Prototyping is where I'd wish it will improve. Axure was awesome.
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Figma has more features than Zeplin or Axure. Unlike Zeplin it allows to create and share dynamic prototypes. Unlike Axure it gives tools to create detailed designs.
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Figma stands out with its robust collaborative design capabilities, enabling multiple users to work simultaneously, unlike Adobe PhotoShop and Illustrator, which are more suited for individual use. Figma's cloud-based platform facilitates real-time feedback, version control, …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Figma blows these out the park. Adobe's system is very different, and I think this shows in their attempted acquisition of Figma. I've not used Sketch or Invision, but their lack of market presence says a lot—designers like using the best tools. Axure is definitely more …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Axure is known for its powerful prototyping capabilities, including complex interactions, conditional logic, and dynamic content but it has a steeper learning curve due to its advanced features and complexity. Plus its expensive. Adobe XD integrates seamlessly with other Adobe …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Previously, we were using more than 1 tool for a specific use case related to design needs, but learned that Figma was more comprehensive, thus we were able to reduce usage of 2+ tools into one saving our overall budget on UX tools. Figma also seems to be an industry-wide …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Honestly, Figma is so much better than its competitors, if you even want to call them that. You get accurate, high-fidelity work that you can quickly get into development for launch. The Figma community of plugins and templates is also AMAZING! There are so many passionate …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    I was not the one who selected Figma and it is certainly missing some features of photoshop that I'd like to have but its a great all in one software for design and collaboration and its very easy to learn and get new members on board.
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    We still use Axure for rich prototyping as it allows complex logic and states that are tricky to implement in Figma. Figma beats Axure as it is a great for collaboration across large teams of designs and developers. Reviews are quick and FigJam boards have a great 'follow' …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    At the time of evaluating between using Figma and Axure, circa 2019, Figma felt much more lightweight and fluid as compared to Axure. This quality allowed for quicker iteration. Another reason I chose Figma was the community. Figma was widely adopted by professionals in my role …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    The benefits of Figma are that you can log in easily and use it anywhere. It has great features and component management.
    Sketch has more advanced visual effects, and can be used offline. I've run into trouble where I have no internet, so am unable to connect to use Figma.
    Axure …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Figma is a better layout tool than all of the other products I have used. I believe it’s worse at prototyping than Sketch and axure. Also its lack of a design kit from officially from Apple is a ding on the product and a plus for Sketch in my opinion. XD is awful and not worth …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    I have used almost all the tools in UX designing and reviewed all of them, I found the Figma is light weight and very fast, I love the web version as I am teaching online and also working on the organization in different teams and the web version is super helpful for me.
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Figma is dominating the market now because it comes with some amazing features. The design file and assets collaboration is one of the best features around. Figma is way better than Adobe PhotoShop and Axure. It is a very fast and user-friendly environment. Figma has a very …
    Incentivized
    Chose Figma
    Online collaboration, file management, fast service, available on desktop and web, prototyping and creation tools. These are some of the important factors that make Figma very attractive. It's only a matter of time before they take over the top spot.
    Incentivized
    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
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    Would buy again
    8 Answers
    99%
    Would buy again
    194 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    100%
    Delivers good value for the price
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    98%
    Delivers good value for the price
    171 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    100%
    Happy with the feature set
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    96%
    Happy with the feature set
    188 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    86%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    6 Answers
    99%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    118 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    83%
    Implementation went as expected
    5 Answers
    97%
    Implementation went as expected
    133 Answers
    User Ratings
    Axure RPFigma
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.4
    (27 ratings)
    9.0
    (201 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    10.0
    (7 ratings)
    Usability
    7.1
    (5 ratings)
    8.6
    (33 ratings)
    Availability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    5.5
    (1 ratings)
    Performance
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Support Rating
    8.3
    (2 ratings)
    5.1
    (17 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Online Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    6.4
    (1 ratings)
    Configurability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    6.4
    (1 ratings)
    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.3
    (1 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    -
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    6.4
    (1 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    -
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    7.3
    (1 ratings)
    Professional Services
    -
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    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.3
    (1 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.3
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Axure RPFigma
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Axure Software Solutions
    No answers on this topic
    Figma
    No answers on this topic
    Pros
    Axure Software Solutions
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    Figma
    • Detailed enough to create pixel perfect designs with total control over the outcome
    • Creating and implementing design systems to improve consistency and speed up design work
    • Robust prototyping tools to create simple animations or to connect various pages
    • I love autolayout, which improves design spacing and responsiveness
    Incentivized
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    Cons
    Axure Software Solutions
    • The user interface is somewhat old and not always the most intuitive.
    • I've been using Axure RP for 5 years and often forget that it has a steep learning curve, which makes it harder to onboard new employees.
    • The "teams" functionality, as far as working and sharing the same files, has some room for performance improvements.
    • Results of the Preview function varies per browser (although it works best on Chrome).
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    Figma
    No answers on this topic
    Likelihood to Renew
    Axure Software Solutions
    No answers on this topic
    Figma
    No answers on this topic
    Usability
    Axure Software Solutions
    Axure feels like a tool that started with a simple interface that wasn't redesigned over time. Simple tasks sometimes require clicking through multiple layers. Crucial pieces of functionality are hidden under text links, or just flatly aren't discoverable. Much of the quirks of the interface only come from having screwed up numerous times, and knowing that certain things are just difficult to accomplish.
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    Figma
    No answers on this topic
    Reliability and Availability
    Axure Software Solutions
    No answers on this topic
    Figma
    The only regret I have is, its not available when there is no internet
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    Performance
    Axure Software Solutions
    No answers on this topic
    Figma
    I think its great, As there are many other software or systems which can be integrated with it as plugins or API's
    Incentivized
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    Support Rating
    Axure Software Solutions
    I've never used the support for Axure but they do have an online community that can be helpful when you're unsure how to accomplish a specific bit of interactivity. Overall the community for Axure is a great benefit for the software. There are also a lot of shared library assets which can help reduce the time you spend on projects.
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    Figma
    I haven't used their support lately but in the past, they had a chat that I used often. They often responded in a few hours and were able to give a satisfactory solution. I would imagine it's less personal now but the community has expanded drastically so there are more resources out there to self serve with a bit of Google magic.
    Incentivized
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    In-Person Training
    Axure Software Solutions
    No answers on this topic
    Figma
    In-person training has its own benefits - 1. It helps in resolving queries then and there during the training. 2. I find classroom or in-person training more interactive. 3. Classroom or in-person training could be more practical in nature where participants can have an hands on experience with tools and clarify their doubts with the trainer.
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    Online Training
    Axure Software Solutions
    No answers on this topic
    Figma
    Online training has its own merits and demerits - 1. Sometimes we may face issues with connectivity or the training content 2. The way training is being delivered becomes very important because not everyone is comfortable taking online training and learning by themselves. 3. With the advancement of technology online training has become popular but there is a segment of people who still prefer class-room training over online one.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Axure Software Solutions
    No answers on this topic
    Figma
    Figma compared to other tools has user friendly UI which is very easy for all levels of designers. Compared to Adobe XD and Sketch Figma is stable, while in other tools I have faced software crashing in the middle of the work which resulted in loss of data/design. Compared to other tools it's fast and shows less lag. Collaboration in Figma is very easy as it is cloud based but in XD it's not that smooth working with other designers.
    Incentivized
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    Scalability
    Axure Software Solutions
    No answers on this topic
    Figma
    I think this is great and as I mentioned at ADP we use Figma extensively whether by designers, researchers or content writers
    Incentivized
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    Return on Investment
    Axure Software Solutions
    • Axure allows for us to quickly get the entire sales team trained on a specific narrative and gives them a fool proof click path for them to use in the demo.
    • Axure is relatively inexpensive and allows for purchasing the software without having to pay a monthly subscription (although they do have that option).
    • The Sketch integration has allowed for a 10 fold increase in productivity by taking designs already created in another program and quickly adding them to Axure.
    Incentivized
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    Figma
    No answers on this topic
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