CorelDRAW
Professional vector illustration and layout.
Ranked #4 in Best illustration software, and on 1 more ranking.
A vector graphics editor designed for professional illustration, layout, and typography.
At a glance
| Price from | $269.00/yr |
| Best for | Print production and sign making |
From CorelDRAW's own website.
Company facts
| Social profiles | X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube |
What stands out
The product is available on Windows, Mac, and Web.
“Available for Windows, Mac, and Web”CorelDRAW, own website
CorelDRAW accelerates productivity and delivers flawless results.
“World-famous design tools that accelerate productivity and deliver flawless results.”CorelDRAW, own website
Worth knowing
- Interface can feel cluttered compared to modern rivals
- Less common in modern digital-first agencies
How it ranks
CorelDRAW is ranked 4th of 10 in Best illustration software (Lister Score 78.0) and 6th of 10 in Illustration software for beginners (Lister Score 78.0).
#4 in Best illustration software · Lister Score 78.0
CorelDRAW is professional graphic design software offering powerful tools for vector illustration and layout. It supports photo editing and typography across Windows, Mac, and Web platforms.
Accelerates productivity and delivers flawless results.
How the score is made up: fit to this ranking's criteria 40; evidence on its own site 20; how complete its published information is 14; buying information on its own site 4.
“Professional graphic design software Powerful tools for vector illustration, layout, photo editing, and typography.”CorelDRAW, own website
| Rank | Best illustration software | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | VectorStyler | 86.0 |
| 2 | Mental Canvas | 84.0 |
| 3 | Sloom Studio | 82.0 |
| 4 | CorelDRAW | 78.0 |
| 5 | CELSYS | 76.0 |
| 6 | Clip Studio Paint | 76.0 |
| 7 | Inkscape | 76.0 |
| 8 | MediBang Paint | 76.0 |
| 9 | Procreate | 76.0 |
| 10 | Krita | 74.0 |
#6 in Illustration software for beginners · Lister Score 78.0
CorelDRAW is professional graphic design software offering powerful tools for vector illustration and layout. It supports photo editing and typography across Windows, Mac, and Web platforms.
Accelerates productivity and delivers flawless results.
How the score is made up: fit to this ranking's criteria 40; evidence on its own site 20; how complete its published information is 14; buying information on its own site 4.
“Professional graphic design software Powerful tools for vector illustration, layout, photo editing, and typography.”CorelDRAW, own website
“QUICK & EASY CorelDRAW Go Beginner-friendly design app Templates, assets, and easy vector tools”CorelDRAW, own website
| Rank | Illustration software for beginners | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Design Wizard | 90.0 |
| 2 | Storyboard That | 88.0 |
| 3 | Vector Ink | 86.0 |
| 4 | DrawGestures | 84.0 |
| 5 | PixTeller | 84.0 |
| 6 | CorelDRAW | 78.0 |
| 7 | Clip Studio Paint | 76.0 |
| 8 | Procreate | 76.0 |
| 9 | ArtRage | 68.0 |
| 10 | plasq.com | 68.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How does CorelDRAW rank on Lister?
CorelDRAW is ranked 4th of 10 in Best illustration software (Lister Score 78.0) and 6th of 10 in Illustration software for beginners (Lister Score 78.0).