Figma
SaaS / Web App · AI Tool · Desktop Software · APICollaborative interface design, prototyping and handoff in the browser
Freemium · from $16
Best Free Design & Creative Software in 2026 | DevMixa
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Blender
Desktop SoftwareFree, open-source 3D suite for modelling, animation, rendering and video editing
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Adobe Express
SaaS / Web App · AI Tool · Mobile AppAdobe's browser design app with Firefly AI, free background removal and social templates
Freemium · from ₹398.84 -
Photopea
SaaS / Web App · AI ToolFree browser image editor that opens PSD, AI, XD, Sketch and 50+ formats
Freemium
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