Best Illustration Tools in 2026

We've reviewed and ranked the top illustration tools based on features, pricing, user ratings, and our hands-on testing.

Procreate

Professional illustration app for iPad

⭐ 4.9/5

Visit Procreate → $12.99 one-time

Professional comic and illustration software

⭐ 4.7/5

Visit Clip Studio Paint → From $4.49/mo

Professional vector graphics editor

⭐ 4.6/5

Visit Adobe Illustrator → From $22.99/mo

Professional vector design app with no subscription

⭐ 4.6/5

Visit Affinity Designer → $69.99 one-time

Professional vector design on iPad

⭐ 4.5/5

Visit Affinity Designer for iPad → $21.99 one-time

Free drawing and sketching app

⭐ 4.5/5

Visit Sketchbook → Free

Hyper-realistic watercolor and acrylic painting

⭐ 4.5/5

Visit Rebelle → $89.99 one-time

Mix and match illustration library

⭐ 4.5/5

Visit Humaaans → Free

Free open-source painting program

⭐ 4.4/5

Visit Krita → Free

Free vector design for Mac and iPad

⭐ 4.4/5

Visit Vectornator (Linearity Curve) → Free