Canva alternative - Snappa

 

Snappa is a cloud-based graphic design tool specifically built for speed and simplicity. While Canva has evolved into an all-in-one suite (including video, presentations, and AI), Snappa remains focused on helping marketers and entrepreneurs create high-quality static graphics in record time.

Snappa social media post design templates

Why is Snappa a Good Alternative to Canva?

• "Speed-First" Philosophy: Snappa's interface is cleaner and less "bloated" than Canva's. It avoids deep menus-within-menus, making it much faster to find what you need and export a finished design.

• Fully Included Assets: Unlike Canva, where many high-quality photos and icons are locked behind a "Pro" paywall or cost $1 per use, Snappa provides access to 5 million+ royalty-free stock photos and graphics that are completely free to use even on their starter plan.

• Buffer Integration: If you use Buffer to schedule your social media, Snappa integrates directly with it, allowing you to design and schedule your posts without ever leaving the platform.

• Superior Text Control: Many users find Snappa’s text editor more precise. It offers easy adjustments for letter spacing and line height that feel more intuitive than the controls found in Canva.

• One-Click Resizing: While Canva also has a resize tool, Snappa’s version is optimized for social media managers who need to instantly turn a Facebook post into a YouTube thumbnail or an Instagram story with zero manual tweaking.

   

  Pricing & Limits

• Free Plan: Snappa’s free plan gives you access to all templates and HD graphics, but limits you to 3 downloads per month. This is perfect for those who only need occasional graphics but want "pro" quality assets.

• Pro Plan: Usually starts around $10–$15/month, offering unlimited downloads and background removal.

More details how to use Snappa: https://snappa.com/create/social-media-graphics