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# Compare Essential Studio vs Sketch

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> Detailed comparison between Essential Studio and Sketch. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Essential Studio | Sketch |
| **Overall rating** | 4.5/5 | 4.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 903 | 810 |
| **Starting Price** | US$0.00 | US$9.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Essential Studio

Syncfusion® is proud to serve a wide variety of customers, from individual developers to over half of the Fortune 500. No matter your needs or your budget, we have the tools to help your team succeed.

### Sketch

App design tool which assists businesses of all sizes with vector editing, prototyping and collaboration.

## Key features

### Essential Studio

- API
- Collaboration Tools
- Content Management
- Customisable Templates
- Customizable Fields
- Data Import/Export
- Design Management
- Design Templates
- Drag & Drop
- Feature Library
- Iteration Management
- Prototype Creation
- Real-Time Data
- Source Control
- Third-Party Integrations
- Visual Modeling
- Web Forms
- Web/Mobile App Development

### Sketch

- API
- CAD Tools
- Collaboration Tools
- Content Management
- Customisable Templates
- Customizable Fields
- Data Import/Export
- Design Management
- Design Templates
- Drag & Drop
- Feature Library
- Project Management
- Prototype Creation
- Third-Party Integrations
- Visual Modeling
- Web/Mobile App Development

## Links

- [View Essential Studio Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/32602/essential-studio)
- [View Sketch Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/171364/sketch)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.uk/compare/32602/171364/essential-studio/vs/sketch)

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