In short
How they differ.
Worked out from the makers' own pages, read Oct 20, 2026. Prices change; check before you pay.
- Only Canva AI has a free plan.
- Canva AI also has a phone app and computer app.
Side by side
The details.
| Canva AI | Microsoft Designer | |
|---|---|---|
| Made by | Canva | Microsoft |
| What it says it is | — | “A graphic design app that helps you create professional quality social media posts, invitations, digital postcards” |
| Free plan | Yes'Up to 20 Standard or Premium AI uses'; 5GB storage. | Not statedThe page doesn't say whether it's free. |
| Plans | Pro: not in US$Business: not in US$Enterprise: not in US$ | Not shown |
| Runs on | web, desktop, mobile | web |
| Latest update | — | — |
| Its terms | — | — |
| Disputes | None on file | None on file |
| Sources | Prices, Oct 20, 2026 · company-reported | · Description · company-reported |
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