Lunacy
Free cross-platform UI/UX design tool by Icons8, supporting Sketch file format, built-in asset libraries, and optional self-hosted cloud. Runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Our Verdict
Reasonable free Sketch-compatible tool, especially on Linux; not a full Figma replacement for team workflows.
Pros
- Free cross-platform UI design on Windows, Mac, Linux
- Reads and writes Sketch files natively
- Built-in Icons8 asset libraries save time
- Optional self-hosted cloud addresses privacy needs
Cons
- Monetization via Icons8 upsells can feel pushy
- Performance lags Figma on complex files
- Smaller plugin ecosystem
- Collaboration features less mature than Figma
When to Use Lunacy
Good fit if you need
- Sketch file opened and edited on Windows without Mac
- Free Figma alternative used by Linux-based design team
- Built-in Icons8 asset library accessed without leaving the tool
- Self-hosted cloud sync set up for enterprise design team
- UI kit prototyped using Lunacy with developer spec export
Pricing
Price wrong?Lunacy Pricing
- Pricing Model
- free
- Free Tier
- Yes
- Entry Price
- —
- Enterprise Available
- No
- Transparency Score
- —
Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing
Estimated Monthly Cost
$25
Estimated Annual Cost
$300
Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.
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