Figma
Design
Vectornator
Design
Figma vs Vectornator 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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| SGD pricing (incl. 9% GST) | S$17.60/mo | S$22/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.
Vectornator
Singaporean SMEs exploring design software should note that while the Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG) offers up to 50% subsidy for eligible solutions, Vectornator's pre-approval status is not confirmed. Businesses would need to verify its inclusion on the Business Grants Portal to leverage potential cost savings.
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
Vectornator
Pros
+Professional-grade design capabilities
+Supports consistent branding across platforms
+Enhances marketing and communication visuals
+Intuitive interface for vector creation
Cons
–PSG eligibility for Singapore SMEs is unconfirmed
–No specific local support or data centre information
–Potential investment in training for team adoption
Who should choose which
Choose Figma if...
›SMEs
›Startups
›MNCs
›Design teams
Choose Vectornator if...
›SMEs (PSG eligible)
›Startups
›MNCs
›Freelancers
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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