Affinity
Affinity is a Canva-owned professional design app that combines vector, photo, and layout tools in one platform.
The current official site describes it as one app with built-in Vector, Pixel, and Layout studios, available free on macOS and Windows, with iPad listed as coming soon.
What it does
Affinity provides professional creative tools for visual design and production work in one application.
It is commonly used to:
- Create vector graphics and design assets
- Edit and retouch photos
- Build page layouts and publications
- Work across graphic design, image editing, and publishing tasks without switching apps
- Import and continue work from common professional file formats
Core concepts
One app, multiple studios
The current Affinity product is presented as one app rather than separate apps.
Its main work areas are:
- Vector studio
- Pixel studio
- Layout studio
Desktop-first creative workflow
Affinity is currently positioned around desktop creative workflows on macOS and Windows.
The official site currently says the iPad version is coming soon.
Different role from Figma
Affinity overlaps with some design work, but it is not the same kind of collaborative browser-native product as Figma.
It fits more naturally into hands-on visual production workflows where image editing, vector work, and layout need to live in one tool.
Common use cases
- Designing logos, icons, and illustrations
- Editing and compositing images
- Building brochures, reports, and page layouts
- Creating marketing and brand assets
- Preparing assets for digital and print output
Practical notes
- The current official Affinity positioning is "one app" rather than a family of separate apps.
- Canva announced the all-new Affinity on October 30, 2025 and describes it as free for everyone.
- The official site emphasizes customizable studios, high-performance editing, and support for professional file formats such as PSD, AI, IDML, and DWG.
- Figma is still the closer comparison for collaborative interface design, while Affinity is positioned more as a studio-grade production app.
Sources Used
- https://www.affinity.studio/
- https://www.affinity.studio/about
- https://www.canva.com/newsroom/news/all-new-affinity/
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Affinity one app or a suite?
According to the current official site, it is one app with built-in Vector, Pixel, and Layout studios.
Who owns Affinity?
Canva owns Affinity.
Is Affinity the same as Figma?
No. Figma is more centered on collaborative product and interface design, while Affinity is a broader desktop creative suite.
Does Affinity work on macOS and Windows?
Yes. The current official site says Affinity is available on macOS and Windows, with iPad coming soon.