Workflow Comparison: Time is Money
Figma Workflow (3-4 hours)
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1. Create new document from scratch2
2. Design icon manually with vectors3
3. Research iOS/Android requirements4
4. Create 10+ artboards for different sizes5
5. Export each size individually6
6. Check compliance manually7
7. Optimize for app stores (if you know how)⚠️ High risk of non-compliance and poor ASO performance
VisualKit Workflow (15 minutes)
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1. Choose from 1000+ optimized templates2
2. Customize with AI-powered suggestions3
3. Preview across all platforms instantly4
4. One-click generate all required sizes5
5. Download app store-ready package6
6. Automatic compliance guarantee7
7. Built-in ASO optimization included✅ Guaranteed compliance and optimized for maximum downloads
Feature Comparison Matrix
| Feature | Figma | VisualKit |
|---|---|---|
| App Icon Templates | None | 1000+ |
| Learning Curve | Steep (weeks) | Easy (minutes) |
| Size Generation | Manual | Automatic |
| Platform Compliance | Manual check | Guaranteed |
| Export Workflow | Multiple steps | One-click |
| ASO Optimization | Not available | Built-in |
| Collaboration | Excellent | Good |
| Vector Editing | Advanced | Simplified |
| Cost for App Icons | $12/mo + time | $12/mo |
Real Developer Experiences
Figma Struggles
"I spent 6 hours in Figma creating my app icon, only to have Apple reject it for not meeting guidelines. Had to redesign everything and export 12 different sizes manually."— Jennifer Park, React Native Developer
6+ hours total time spent
App Store rejection
Had to redesign from scratch
VisualKit Success
"VisualKit saved me countless hours. I created a professional app icon in 15 minutes, got approved on first submission, and my downloads increased 150%."— Alex Kumar, iOS Developer
15 minutes total time
First submission approval
150% download increase
When to Choose Each Tool
Choose Figma If:
- You're designing entire UI systems
App screens, wireframes, complex interfaces
- You need advanced vector editing
Complex illustrations and detailed graphics
- Team collaboration is priority
Multiple designers working together
Choose VisualKit If:
- You need app icons specifically
Purpose-built for app store success
- Time and efficiency matter
15 minutes vs 4+ hours in Figma
- You want guaranteed results
ASO optimization and compliance built-in