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Pixelmator Pro vs ProtoPie: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Pixelmator Pro and ProtoPie. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: Pixelmator Pro starts at $39/mo, making it $8/mo cheaper than ProtoPie ($47/mo). Pixelmator Pro offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Pixelmator Pro vs ProtoPie: Quick Pricing Facts

FeaturePixelmator ProProtoPie
Starting Price$39/mo$47/mo
Number of Plans33
Free TierYesNo
Pricing Modelflatper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Pixelmator Pro is the more affordable option, starting at $39/mo compared to ProtoPie's $47/mo. Both are Design Tools with 6 combined pricing plans and 30 features compared. At comparable tiers, the monthly price difference is $212.

Pixelmator Pro stands out with a free plan for getting started. Pixelmator Pro uses flat pricing while ProtoPie uses per-seat pricing, which may affect your total cost at scale.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Design Tools needs.

Pricing Plans
Pixelmator Pro
Pixelmator Pro
Try it free
ProtoPie
ProtoPie
Try it free
Tier 1
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Basic features
  • Limited access
Start with Free
Add-ons:Popular
$251/month
Includes
  • ProtoPie AI Credits Beta
  • No watermark
  • 20 prototypes, saved in Cloud
  • 10 scenes per prototype
  • 500 MB Cloud storage
  • 1 handoff recording
  • Connect Core add-on available
Start with Add-ons:
Tier 2
ProPopular
$39/monthCheapest
$39 / year
Includes
  • Advanced editing tools
  • Unlimited projects
  • Priority support
Start with Pro
All Basic features, plus:Popular
$47/month
Includes
  • ProtoPie AI Credits Beta
  • Unlimited prototypes
  • Unlimited handoff recordings
  • 5GB cloud storage per team
  • Local prototype saving
  • Team libraries
  • Connect Core add-on available
Start with All Basic features, plus:
Tier 3
Business
$99/monthCheapest
$99 / year
Includes
  • Team collaboration
  • Custom branding
  • Dedicated account manager
Start with Business
All Pro features, plus:Popular
Custom pricing
Includes
  • ProtoPie AI Credits Beta
  • Private server & service admin rights
  • Dedicated training & support
  • Custom hardware integrations
  • Custom fonts
  • ISO Compliance
  • Enterprise-grade security & SSO
  • User testing Limited early access
Start with All Pro features, plus:

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Pixelmator Pro

Professional image editing app for macOS with ML enhancements

View all Pixelmator Pro plans

ProtoPie

Advanced interactive prototyping tool with sensor interactions

View all ProtoPie plans
Our Pick

Pixelmator Pro

Pixelmator Pro offers a free plan, starts at $8/mo lower ($39/mo vs $47/mo).

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: Pixelmator Pro

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Pixelmator Pro if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Pixelmator Pro starts at $39/mo, saving $8/mo compared to ProtoPie at $47/mo
  • You need a free plan with Basic features, Limited access—Pixelmator Pro offers no-cost access with no credit card required
  • You prefer Pixelmator Pro's flat model with its 3-tier structure

Choose ProtoPie if:

  • You want more features built-in—ProtoPie offers 14 additional features across its plans
  • Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—ProtoPie offers negotiated terms for large deployments
  • ProtoPie's per-seat pricing lets you match exact team size without tier gaps

Pixelmator Pro is the more affordable choice [1], starting at $39/mo compared to ProtoPie's $47/mo. For a 50-person team on paid plans, this translates to Pixelmator Pro saving approximately $400/month. Pixelmator Pro offers 3 pricing tiers compared to ProtoPie's 3, giving you more granular control over scaling costs as your team grows. Across all tiers, Pixelmator Pro provides 8 total features versus 22 for ProtoPie, offering a more focused toolset depending on your specific needs. The pricing math favors Pixelmator Pro for most team sizes. ProtoPie becomes worth the premium only when its differentiating features are central to your workflow.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Pixelmator Pro vs ProtoPie

Which is cheaper, Pixelmator Pro or ProtoPie?
As of March 2026, Pixelmator Pro starts at a lower price point. Pixelmator Pro starts at $39/mo while ProtoPie starts at $47/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Pixelmator Pro have vs ProtoPie?
Pixelmator Pro offers 3 pricing plans, while ProtoPie offers 3 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Pixelmator Pro or ProtoPie offer a free plan?
Pixelmator Pro offers a free plan, while ProtoPie does not. If budget is a concern, Pixelmator Pro lets you get started at no cost.
Can I save money by paying annually for Pixelmator Pro or ProtoPie?
Both Pixelmator Pro and ProtoPie offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
What is the most popular Pixelmator Pro plan?
The Pro plan is Pixelmator Pro's most popular tier, priced at $39/mo. Key features include Advanced editing tools, Unlimited projects, Priority support.
What is the most popular ProtoPie plan?
The Add-ons: plan is ProtoPie's most popular tier, priced at $251/mo. Key features include ProtoPie AI Credits Beta, No watermark, 20 prototypes, saved in Cloud.
Does Pixelmator Pro or ProtoPie offer custom enterprise pricing?
ProtoPie offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Pixelmator Pro lists all its pricing publicly.

Sources

  1. Pixelmator Pro Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. ProtoPie Official PricingVendor pricing page

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