Figma
Design
Descript
Design
Figma vs Descript in Singapore — which is right for your business?
Both are design tools used by Singapore businesses. Here is a side-by-side comparison covering SGD pricing, PSG eligibility, PDPA compliance, and local context to help you decide.
Singapore-specific comparison
| Criterion | Figma | Descript |
|---|---|---|
| SGD pricing (incl. 9% GST) | S$17.60/mo | S$22.10/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| PSG grant eligible | Checking | Checking |
| PDPA compliant | No | No |
| SG / APAC data centre | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| GST / InvoiceNow ready | No | No |
| PayNow / local bank feeds | No | No |
| CPF payroll support | No | No |
| SkillsFuture eligible | No | No |
Stackd verdict
Figma
Singaporean businesses planning to use Figma's paid plans should be aware of potential card declines due to international transaction issues and consider virtual dollar cards for smoother payments. Annual billing offers cost savings.
Descript
While the PSG offers subsidies for eligible IT solutions, Descript's pre-approval status for businesses in Singapore is not confirmed by the provided information.
Pros & cons — Singapore view
Figma
Pros
+Scalable plans (Professional, Organization, Enterprise) for teams
+Advanced collaboration, prototyping, and dev handoff tools
+Centralized asset management and design systems for large organizations
+Free tier for unlimited drafts and UI kits
Cons
–Singaporean bank cards may encounter international payment issues
–Additional fees for AI credits or Governance+ add-ons
–No explicit mention of local Singapore support or data centers
Descript
Pros
+Streamlines design workflows
+Enhances team collaboration (assumed)
+Potential productivity gains
+Intuitive interface
Cons
–PSG eligibility unconfirmed
–No specific business features found
–Local support/training unconfirmed
Who should choose which
Choose Figma if...
›SMEs
›Startups
›MNCs
›Design teams
Choose Descript if...
›SMEs
›Startups
›Freelancers
›Students
Singapore FAQ
Is Figma available in Singapore?
Yes, Figma is available for users in Singapore, offering both a free tier and various paid plans.
Does Figma support SGD pricing?
No, Figma's official pricing is in USD. Singaporean users will pay in USD, potentially incurring foreign transaction fees.
Is Figma PSG-eligible?
Based on the provided search results, it is unconfirmed if Figma is PSG-eligible.
Is Figma PDPA compliant?
Based on the provided search results, it is unconfirmed if Figma is PDPA compliant.
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