Origami - Design, Animate & Prototype

Origami is a designer software that helps designers in creating interactive interfaces and make quick and appealing designs. It is a free designing & prototyping tool created by Facebook. It provides the visual components for drawings and text editing tools to design your prototypes.

Features

• Interactive Prototypes: Build interactive UIs with animations and transitions.
• Hardware Integration: Access device features like motion, haptics, GPS, and camera.
• Canvas Layout: Provides flexible drawing tools and text editing for layouts.
• Figma Integration: Import editable designs directly from Figma.
• Live Preview: Test prototypes in real time on devices using Origami Live.
• Video Recording: Record and export prototypes for presentations or sharing.

Pros

• Completely free to use.
• Powerful for creating high-fidelity prototypes.
• Seamless integration with Figma.
• Access to hardware APIs for realistic testing.
• Supports macOS and Windows platforms.

Cons

• Steeper learning curve compared to simpler prototyping tools.
• Requires higher system resources for smooth performance.
• Smaller user community compared to tools like Sketch or Figma.

Free Plan Details

Origami Studio is entirely free with no premium plans or paid features. All functionalities, including integrations and hardware access, are accessible at no cost.