{"id":6387,"date":"2023-10-17T01:31:03","date_gmt":"2023-10-17T01:31:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/?p=6387"},"modified":"2026-05-26T06:54:50","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T06:54:50","slug":"best-logo-design-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/blog\/graphic-design\/best-logo-design-software\/","title":{"rendered":"The 17 Best Logo Design Tools and Software To Use in 2026 (Free &#038; Paid)"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re ready to design a unique, memorable, and on-brand logo. You\u2019ve done your research, gathered inspiration, and have some ideas you can\u2019t wait to try out. Now you need a logo design tool that can bring your creative vision to life.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re looking for a free, beginner-friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/blog\/graphic-design\/what-is-logo-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">logo design<\/a> maker or professional logo design software, we\u2019ve rounded up all the best options in this guide. And, for easy comparison, we\u2019ve summarised the main pros and cons of each.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contents:<br><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<a href=\"#The\"><li>The best free logo design tools and software<\/a>\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<a href=\"#Canva\"><li>Canva (free version)<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#LogoMakr\"><li>LogoMakr<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Wix\"><li>Wix Logo Maker<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Looka\"><li>Looka (free version)<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#HubSpot's\"><li>HubSpot&#8217;s Brand Kit Generator<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Adobe\"><li>Adobe Express<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#DesignEvo\"><li>DesignEvo&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Hatchful\"><li>Hatchful<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Ucraft\"><li>Ucraft Logo Maker<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Inkscape\"><li>Inkscape&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#best\"><li>The best paid logo design software and tools<\/a>\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<a href=\"#Adobe\"><li>Adobe Illustrator<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Affinity\"><li>Affinity Designer 2<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#CorelDRAW\"><li>CorelDRAW<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Logo\"><li>Logo Design Studio Pro<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Adobe\"><li>Adobe Photoshop<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Canva\"><li>Canva Pro<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#Looka\"><li>Looka Enterprise&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#How\"><li>How to get started with logo design<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s begin with the best free logo design tools. Alternatively, use the clickable menu to skip ahead to the tools you\u2019re interested in.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"The\">The best free logo design software and tools<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n<table border=\"1\" width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"5\">\r\n       <thead> <tr>\r\n            <td><\/td>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Price:<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Skill level:<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Available on:<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Standout feature:<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n<\/thead><tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Canva<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>User-friendly drag-and-drop interface<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>LogoMakr<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Blank canvas option and watermark-free downloads<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Wix Logo Maker<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>AI-powered logo generator<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Looka<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>AI-powered logo generator<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>HubSpot&#8217;s Brand Kit Generator<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>The ability to create custom logos, icons, and colour palettes in an instant<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Adobe Express<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>The ability to create animated logos<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>DesignEvo<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Over 10,000 customizable templates<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n            <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Hatchful<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free social media assets included<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <\/tr>\r\n            <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Ucraft Logo Maker<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner to intermediate<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Vector editor enables you to create from scratch<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <\/tr>\r\n            <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Inkscape<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Free<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Intermediate to advanced<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Windows, Mac, Linux<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Full creative freedom thanks to the vector graphics editor<\/p><\/td><\/tbody>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n    <\/table><br><br>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Canva\">1. Canva (free version)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/create\/logos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Canva<\/a> is without doubt one of the most user-friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/blog\/graphic-design\/best-graphic-design-software\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">graphic design tools<\/a> around. With its intuitive drag-and-drop interface and customizable  templates, you can whip up a logo in minutes\u2014ideal if you\u2019re on a small budget, working to a short deadline, and don\u2019t want to go through the full process of creating a logo from scratch.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginners and non-designers.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Canva works in-browser, so all you need is an internet connection. You can also download the Canva mobile app for Android and iOS.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Extremely user-friendly; ideal for beginners.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>A comprehensive library of customizable  logo templates.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Access to ready-made icons, illustrations, and graphics.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Canva does not offer vector drawing functionality, meaning you can\u2019t create a logo entirely from scratch.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Not ideal for professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/blog\/graphic-design\/how-to-become-a-graphic-designer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">graphic designers<\/a> who want full creative freedom and control.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Logos created with the free version of Canva may include a watermark.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"LogoMakr\">2. LogoMakr<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/logomakr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LogoMakr<\/a> is another completely free online logo design tool. Just like Canva, it\u2019s ideal for novice designers or those looking to create a logo quickly and with ease. You can choose from the library of customizable templates, graphics, and fonts, or start from scratch with a blank canvas. Once you\u2019re done, simply export your logo in the desired format (including PNG and SVG). <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-0\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginners and non-designers.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-0\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LogoMakr is an online tool that works in your web browser. You don\u2019t even need an account to get started!&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-0\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Easy to use; ideal for beginners and non-designers.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>A vast template and graphics library with extensive customization  options.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>You can export your logos without a watermark (even with the free version).<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-0\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Working with ready-made templates and graphics may make it difficult to create a logo that\u2019s entirely unique.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Limited creative freedom compared to paid logo design tools.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-0\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<a class=\"downlaod_courses_anch mob_wd_an my_pop_show1\" href=\"#brochure\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image6.gif\" class=\"wp-image-6393\"\/><\/figure><\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Wix\">3. Wix Logo Maker<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You probably know Wix as a website-building and hosting platform\u2014but they also offer a free logo tool. Simply answer a few questions about your brand and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wix.com\/logo\/maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wix\u2019s AI-powered logo generator<\/a> will present you with a customizable design in minutes. And, if you need some logo inspiration, Wix has got that in abundance, too. Filter by industry, style, or color and browse the extensive gallery of logos created by other Wix users.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-1\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginners and non-designers.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-1\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Wix Logo Maker tool works online in your web browser.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-1\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Generate a logo in minutes based on your brand values and preferred style.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Extensive customization  options available.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Download high-quality PNG and SVG files once you\u2019re done.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-1\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>This is a logo generator rather than a logo design tool, so expect limited creative freedom.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Logos are generated based on what the AI knows about existing logos and trends. As such, logos may lack originality.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-1\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Looka\">4. Looka (free version)<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to simplify the logo design process as much as possible? Then consider using the free version of <a href=\"https:\/\/looka.com\/logo-maker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Looka<\/a>. Looka works similarly to Wix: you enter your brand or company name and your industry, select some logos you like the look of, choose your logo colors, enter your brand slogan (if you\u2019ve got one) and <em>voil\u00e0! <\/em>Looka\u2019s AI will generate a selection of logos based on your input. From there, you can customize your favorite design using the editor tool.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-2\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginners and non-designers.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-2\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looka works in-browser\u2014no download or installation required.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-2\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>An AI-powered logo generator that helps you to come up with a logo in minutes.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Enough customization  options to ensure your logo is unique.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>No Looka watermark on downloaded files, even with the free version.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-2\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Limited creative freedom and design flexibility compared to professional and paid logo design tools.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>If you want to access additional brand assets based on your logo design, you\u2019ll need to upgrade.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-2\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title\" id=\"HubSpot's\">5. HubSpot<\/h3>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hubspot.com\/brand-kit-generator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HubSpot&#8217;s Brand Kit Generator<\/a> is a free online tool designed to help businesses and individuals create cohesive and professional brand identities effortlessly. This tool allows users to generate logos and color palettes without the need for advanced design skills or expensive software. Just begin by mentioning your business name to generate logos, color palettes and typography.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>This tool is ideal for non-designer solopreneurs and small startups that are just starting out or need logos and color palettes for MVPs. You can create logos, select typography, generate colour palettes, edit the logo, and download it for your personal use.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4> Skill level: Beginners &#038; Solopreneurs<\/h4>\r\n\r\n<h4>Available on: HubSpot\u2019s Brand Kit Generator is a web-only tool that is accessible on any web browser.<\/h4>\r\n\r\n<h4>Pros:<\/h4>\r\n<ol class=\"disc\">\r\n<li>It&#8217;s free to use<\/li>\r\n<li>Generates logos, color  palettes, and typography quickly<\/li>\r\n<li>Good for businesses with limited budgets<\/li>\r\n<li>Provides downloadable brand assets<\/li>\r\n<li>Easy and simple to use, even for non-designers<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<h4>Cons:<\/h4>\r\n<ol class=\"disc\">\r\n<li>Limited customization options<\/li>\r\n<li>Designs can look generic or basic<\/li>\r\n<li>Not ideal for companies wanting a unique, professional brand identity<\/li>\r\n<li>Only suitable for very basic branding needs<\/li>\r\n<li>Can&#8217;t compete with custom design work from professionals<\/li>\r\n<li>Restricted to HubSpot&#8217;s pre-made templates and styles<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<h4>Price: Free to use<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Adobe\">6. Adobe Express<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adobe tools are a staple in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/blog\/graphic-design\/what-is-graphic-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">graphic design<\/a> world, and logo design is no exception. With the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adobe.com\/express\/create\/logo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Adobe Express free logo maker<\/a>, you can instantly generate high-quality logos for both digital and print. The process is simple: enter your brand or business name, choose a style that resonates with your vision, pick a free icon to add to your logo, generate a logo and customize  as you wish, then download it\u2014all for free.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-3\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginner.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-3\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Adobe Express logo maker tool works online in your browser.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-3\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Generate a logo in minutes; no design expertise required.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Extremely user-friendly platform and logo editor.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>You can use Adobe Express to create animated logos for videos.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-3\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>This is a logo generator rather than a fully-fledged design tool; you won\u2019t be able to design a logo completely from scratch.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Working with templates and generated suggestions may make it difficult to create a unique logo.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-3\">Price: Free.<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image1_1_780x520.webp\" alt=\" Visual designer looking for logo design inspiration on a laptop\r\n\" class=\"wp-image-6392\" title=\" Visual designer looking for logo design inspiration on a laptop\r\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image1_1_780x520.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image1_1_780x520-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image1_1_780x520-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"DesignEvo\">7. DesignEvo<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designevo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DesignEvo<\/a> is a free online logo maker with over 10,000 templates to choose from. Alternatively, you can build your logo from the ground up, starting with a blank layout and adding your preferred shapes, fonts, symbols, and colors. Once you\u2019re happy with your logo design, you can download a free low-resolution PNG version.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-4\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginners and non-designers.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-4\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DesignEvo is a browser-based logo design tool.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-4\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Easy and intuitive user interface.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Over 10,000 customizable  logo templates to choose from.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Some design flexibility with the blank canvas option.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-4\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Free version only includes a low-resolution PNG download. For scalable vector versions of your logo, you\u2019ll need to upgrade.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>A basic logo design tool with limited functionality and creative freedom.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-4\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Hatchful\">8. Hatchful<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopify.com\/tools\/logo-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hatchful<\/a> is a free logo design tool created by Shopify. Built for entrepreneurs on the go, you don\u2019t need any design experience or expertise to use Hatchful\u2014the tool pretty much does all the work for you. Similar to Wix, Looka, and Adobe Express, you just need to answer a few questions about your brand to generate a customizable  logo design. Thanks to a user-friendly interface, hundreds of templates, and high-quality downloads, you can build a professional logo in next to no time.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-5\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginner.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-5\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hatchful works online in your browser.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-5\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>User-friendly interface that\u2019s easy to learn and navigate.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Generate a logo in minutes with no design expertise.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Free high-resolution social media assets available for download.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-5\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>As with all template-based logo generators, creative freedom and control is limited.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Templates are customizable, but customization options vary.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-5\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Ucraft\">9. Ucraft Logo Maker<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ucraft is a drag-and-drop website builder that also offers a free logo maker tool. Unlike many other free logo tools on our list, Ucraft actually includes a vector editor\u2014which allows for much more creative freedom if you don\u2019t just want to work from a premade template. As such, creating a logo with Ucraft may require a little more design know-how. That said, the interface is extremely user-friendly.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-6\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginner to intermediate.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-6\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Works in-browser.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-6\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Vector editor tool allows for more creative freedom and flexibility than other free tools.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Simple, user-friendly interface.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>You can download your logo design without a watermark.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-6\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Doesn\u2019t include premade templates.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Requires some design know-how; not suitable for complete beginners.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>If you want to download your logo in scalable SVG format, you\u2019ll need to pay.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-6\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image5_1_780x520.webp\" alt=\"Illustrator analysing components of a logo for digital version\" class=\"wp-image-6390\" title=\"Illustrator analysing components of a logo for digital version\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image5_1_780x520.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image5_1_780x520-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image5_1_780x520-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Inkscape\">10. Inkscape&nbsp;<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A free, open-source vector graphics editor, <a href=\"https:\/\/inkscape.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Inkscape<\/a> is considered one of the best budget-friendly alternatives to Adobe Illustrator (which you\u2019ll find in the paid tools section of this guide). Because it\u2019s a vector graphics editor, you can create custom logos from scratch\u2014and scale them without losing quality. If you want a free logo design tool that offers full creative freedom and design flexibility, consider this a worthy contender.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-7\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Intermediate to advanced.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-7\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-7\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Full creative freedom thanks to the vector graphics editor.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Create scalable logos\u2014again, thanks to the vector graphics editor.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Works across all main operating systems (Windows, Mac, and Linux).<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-7\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Not for beginners or design novices.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>No templates available.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-7\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"best\">The best paid logo design software and tools<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<table border=\"1\" width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"5\">\r\n       <thead> <tr>\r\n            <td><\/td>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Price:<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Skill level:<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Available on:<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Standout feature:<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr><\/thead><tbody>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Adobe Illustrator<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>From $20.99\/month<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Intermediate to advanced<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Windows and Mac<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Powerful vector graphics editing<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Affinity Designer 2<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>$69.99 for Mac or Windows, $19.99 for iPad<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Intermediate to advanced<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Windows, Mac, and iPad<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Affordable and versatile vector graphics tool<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>CorelDRAW<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>$22.42\/month or $269\/year<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Intermediate to advanced<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Windows, Mac, iPad, in-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Advanced typography features, ideal for text-based logos<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n        <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Logo Design Studio Pro<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>From $69.99<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner to intermediate<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Windows<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Template-based logo design with great customisation options<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Adobe Photoshop<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>From $20.99\/month<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Intermediate to advanced<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Raster-based design tool<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Canva Pro<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>From $119.99\/year<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Easy drag-and-drop interface and customisable Brand Kit<\/p><\/td>\r\n        <\/tr>\r\n            <tr>\r\n            <td><p><strong>Looka Enterprise<\/strong><\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>From $96\/year<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>Beginner<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>In-browser<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <td><p>AI-powered logo generator with full Brand Kit<\/p><\/td>\r\n            <\/tr><\/tbody>\r\n    <\/table><br><br>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Adobe\">1. Adobe Illustrator&nbsp;<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adobe.com\/products\/illustrator\/logo-design-software.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Adobe Illustrator<\/a> is a professional vector graphics editing tool widely used for creating illustrations, icons, and logos from scratch. Besides almost unlimited creative freedom, there\u2019s one major advantage to using a vector graphics tool like Illustrator: anything you create can be scaled to any size without losing quality. Another standout feature of this logo design tool? Adobe Capture, which allows you to scan hand-drawn sketches and turn them into digital versions\u2014ideal for taking your early concepts and translating them into a professional logo.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-8\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Intermediate to advanced.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-8\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Windows and Mac.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-8\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>A powerful, precise vector graphics editing tool that gives you full creative freedom and design flexibility.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>All designs are fully scalable; you can scale your logo up and down without losing quality.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>The Adobe Capture feature lets you scan hand-drawn sketches and convert them to a digital format.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-8\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Not suitable for beginners; you\u2019ll need some design know-how to make the most of this tool.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Subscription-based pricing may not be ideal for all budgets.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-8\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can try Adobe Illustrator for free with a 7-day trial. After that, it costs $20.99 per month (if you subscribe to the annual plan). Alternatively, you can pay $54.99 per month for the entire Creative Cloud suite. You\u2019ll find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adobe.com\/creativecloud\/plans.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">all available price plans here<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image8.jpg\" alt=\"A designer working on creating a logo.\" title=\"A designer working on creating a logo.\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Affinity\">2. Affinity Designer 2<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another high-power vector graphics tool, <a href=\"https:\/\/affinity.serif.com\/en-us\/designer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Affinity Designer 2<\/a> has everything you need to create a unique, quality logo. Use the pixel preview mode for a live view of how each design element will export, create an unlimited number of artboards, and speed up the process with hundreds of time-saving functions and features. This versatile design software is a strong competitor for Adobe Illustrator.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-9\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Intermediate to advanced.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-9\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Windows, Mac, and iPad.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-9\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Fully-featured vector and raster workspaces for maximum creative freedom.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>No subscription required, just a one-time payment; more budget-friendly than other paid tools.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>High quality logo output for digital and print.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-9\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>If you\u2019re using a Mac, note that there\u2019s no autosave function; you must be diligent about saving your work!<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Not as feature-rich as some other paid tools (like Adobe Illustrator).&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Not ideal for beginners; you\u2019ll need to be familiar with vector graphics editing.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-9\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can try Affinity Designer 2 for 30 days with a free trial. If you decide to buy, it\u2019ll cost you a one-time payment of $69.99 for MacOS or Windows, and $19.99 for iPad.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"CorelDRAW\">3. CorelDRAW<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for an all-purpose graphic and logo design tool, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coreldraw.com\/en\/product\/coreldraw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CorelDRAW<\/a>. The CorelDRAW suite is actually a set of graphic design tools, covering everything from vector illustration and layout design to photo editing and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/blog\/graphic-design\/common-typography-applications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">typography<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to logo design, CorelDRAW has all the essentials\u2014from vector graphics editing to typography management tools and collaboration features\u2014and they\u2019re constantly updating the product to expand its functionality.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-10\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Intermediate to advanced.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-10\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CorelDRAW works on Windows, Mac, and iPad, as well as in-browser.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-10\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Vector-based design for fully scalable, high quality logos.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Advanced typography features, ideal for creating text-based logos such as wordmarks and lettermarks.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Comes with a comprehensive library of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coreldraw.com\/en\/learn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">learning resources<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-nbsp\">Cons:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>The cheapest package has some limitations regarding file exports (no PDF export, for example).&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Not as user-friendly as other design software; expect a relatively steep learning curve.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-10\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can try the CorelDRAW Graphics Suite for free with a 15-day trial. The annual subscription costs $22.42 per month or $269 per year if you pay upfront.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image6_780x520.webp\" alt=\"Visual designers finalising a brand colour for logo design\r\n\" class=\"wp-image-6389\" title=\"Visual designers finalising a brand colour for logo design\r\n\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image6_780x520.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image6_780x520-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image6_780x520-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Logo\">4. Logo Design Studio Pro<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/summitsoft.com\/products\/logo-design-studio-pro-software\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Logo Design Studio Pro<\/a> is a logo design software for Windows. You can create custom vector-based logos (essential for scaling your logo up and down without losing quality) with the help of ready-made templates and objects. The bezier editing function allows you to customize shapes, text, and objects, and you have full creative license to adjust your logo colors.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This logo tool doesn\u2019t offer as much design flexibility as vector graphics editors (like Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Designer, and CorelDRAW) but allows for more precise customisation than many of the free template-based tools on our list. A good middle ground for novice designers and business professionals!&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-11\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginner to intermediate.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-11\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Windows.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-11\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Logos are vector-based, ensuring crystal-clear quality in any size.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Precise drawing tools and full-color control allows for extensive customization.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Over 2,000 logo templates to choose from.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-10\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Only compatible with Windows.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Doesn\u2019t allow as much creative freedom as vector graphics editor tools like Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Designer, and CorelDRAW.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-11\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">$69.99 for the Standard Edition or $149.99 for the Platinum Edition.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Adobe\">5. Adobe Photoshop<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite of tools, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adobe.com\/products\/photoshop.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photoshop<\/a> is primarily used for photo editing. However, it can also serve as a logo design tool. Note that Adobe Photoshop is a raster graphics tool, which means that any images and logos you create will be made up of pixels. This is not ideal if you\u2019re creating a logo that will need to be scaled up and down for different use cases; your logo will lose quality as you scale it. But, if you want to create a single logo for limited use, Photoshop can be a good option.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-12\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Intermediate to advanced.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-12\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-12\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Full creative freedom to design your logo from scratch; no templates.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>A good option if you\u2019re already familiar with Adobe tools.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Can be used to open and edit vector-based files, even though it\u2019s a raster-based program.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-11\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Adobe Photoshop is raster-based (i.e. creates images composed of pixels) so any logos created will not be scalable.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Expect a steep learning curve if you\u2019re not already familiar with Adobe tools.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-12\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can try Photoshop for free with a 7-day trial. After that, it costs $20.99 per month (if you subscribe to the annual plan). Alternatively, you can pay $54.99 per month for the entire Creative Cloud suite. You\u2019ll find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adobe.com\/creativecloud\/plans.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">all available price plans here<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image4-1.jpg\" alt=\"Graphic designers using the color wheel to design a logo.\r\n\" title=\"Graphic designers using the color wheel to design a logo.\r\n\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Canva\">6. Canva Pro<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We already mentioned Canva in our round-up of the best free logo design tools, but it\u2019s worth considering the Pro version if you\u2019ve got the budget and want to unlock some additional premium features.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/pro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Canva Pro<\/a>, you\u2019ll get access to exclusive templates, icons, and images, and you can upload custom fonts\u2014giving you more control over the final design. Best of all, Canva Pro includes a customizable Brand Kit, allowing you to save your brand colors, fonts, and different logo versions for consistency across platforms. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-13\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginner.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-13\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Canva Pro works in-browser.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-13\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>User-friendly drag-and-drop interface; no design know-how required.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Unlock tons of premium features and elements for a unique logo design.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Comes with a customisable Brand Kit for design consistency.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-12\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Canva Pro does offer more possibility for customization  than the free version, but it\u2019s ultimately still a template-based tool. In terms of creative freedom, it\u2019s no match for a vector graphics editor tool.&nbsp;<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-13\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can try Canva Pro for free for 30 days. After that, Canva Pro costs $119.99\/year (for one user). Canva for Teams costs $300\/year (for the first five users). You can learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/pricing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Canva Pro pricing here<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image3_1_780x520.webp\" alt=\"Graphic designers working on a logo together\" class=\"wp-image-6391\" title=\"Graphic designers working on a logo together\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image3_1_780x520.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image3_1_780x520-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image3_1_780x520-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"Looka\">9. Looka Enterprise<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looka is an AI-powered logo generator tool that you can use for free (see number four on our list to learn more about the free version). But, if you upgrade to <a href=\"https:\/\/looka.com\/pricing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Looka Enterprise<\/a>, you can unlock some valuable extras.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So what do you get with the paid version that you can\u2019t get for free? Unlimited changes to your logo, hi-res and vector logo files (which you\u2019ll need if you want to scale your logo without losing quality), brand guidelines, business cards, letterheads, and over 300 ready-to-use branded assets. Not bad!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skill-level-14\">Skill level:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beginner.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-available-on-14\">Available on:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looka Enterprise works in-browser.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-14\">Pros:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>High resolution vector logo files (not available with the free version).<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Over 300 ready-to-use branded assets.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Make unlimited changes to your logo even after the design has been delivered.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-13\">Cons:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"disc wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>This is an AI-powered logo generator tool; don\u2019t expect as much creative freedom as with a vector editor tool.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Not suitable for skilled graphic designers who want full control over the logo design process.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-nbsp-14\">Price:&nbsp;<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looka Enterprise offers two price plans: the Brand Kit Subscription for $96\/year, or the Brand Kit Web Subscription (which includes an AI-generated website) for $129\/year.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"intext-cta__blog-title wp-block-heading\" id=\"How\">How to get started with logo design<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That concludes our round-up of the 18 best logo design tools. Hopefully you found one or two tools to suit your budget, skill level, and design objectives. So what next?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re creating a logo from scratch or using an AI-enabled logo generator, it\u2019s important to figure out what type of logo you want to design. Will you create a wordmark or a lettermark? A combination logo or a pictorial mark? If you\u2019re not familiar with the different types of logos, you can learn all about them\u2014and their pros and cons\u2014here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/blog\/graphic-design\/graphic-design-types-of-logo-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Guide to the 7 Different Types of Logo Design (With Examples)<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, think about the overall style and aesthetic you want to achieve. Consider the brand personality and how you can express it through colour, imagery, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/blog\/graphic-design\/what-is-typography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">typography<\/a>. If you need some inspiration, check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/blog\/graphic-design\/logo-design-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">impressive logo design ideas and trends<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re working with a logo generator, your chosen tool will take you through the logo creation process from start to finish. As you design your logo, remember why you\u2019re creating it and the purpose it will serve. A great logo is unique, memorable, and timeless. It captures the brand personality, connects with the target audience, and forms the basis of a strong brand identity. You can take a look at AND learner <a href=\"https:\/\/www.behance.net\/gallery\/171039133\/Amul-Indian-Aunthentic-Brand-Identity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Abhishek Singh\u2019s Brand Identity project<\/a> for reference.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Interested in taking up logo design? Get started with the basics of graphic design with this list of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/resources\/blog\/graphic-design\/7-best-free-graphic-design-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free courses.<\/a> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-next-steps\">Next Steps:<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also consider these additional resources in case of further queries or information:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Watch this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=yI776k-sW_4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> session<\/a> by design veteran and AND\u2019s Academic Head, Prachi Mittal, and our Course Lead, Soumya Tiwari.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Talk to a <a class=\"circle_anch pop_show my_pop_show1\" href=\"#consultcourseadvisors\"> course advisor<\/a> to discuss how you can transform your career with one of our courses.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Pursue our <a class=\"my_course_entity\" href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/graphic-design-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Graphic Design courses<\/a> &#8211; all courses are taught through live, interactive classes by industry experts, and some even offer a Job Guarantee.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Take advantage of the <a class=\"my_course_entity\" href=\"https:\/\/www.andacademy.com\/graphic-design-courses\/#:~:text=graphic%20design%20course%20fee%20&amp;%20funding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> scholarship and funding options that come with our courses<\/a>  to overcome any financial hurdle on the path of your career transformation.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Note: All information and\/or data from external sources is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication.<\/em><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019re ready to design a unique, memorable, and on-brand logo. You\u2019ve done your research, gathered inspiration, and have some ideas you can\u2019t wait to try out. 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