Objective Comparison
Figma vs Penpot
The Verdict
Figma is the superior choice for enterprise-grade collaborative feature sets, while Penpot is the clear winner for users demanding self-hosting capabilities and strict data privacy control. If your priority is absolute infrastructure ownership, Penpot is the only viable option.
Detailed Attribute Comparison
Attribute
Figma Penpot
Self-Hosting Capability
Not supported (Cloud-only/SaaS model) Supported (Docker-based self-hosting)
Data Ownership
Vendor-managed (Cloud storage) User-managed (Local/Private server)
Primary File Format
Proprietary (.fig) Open standard (SVG)
Prototyping Complexity
Advanced (Variables, conditional logic, complex transitions) Intermediate (Standard animations and flows)
Platform Accessibility
Cross-platform via modern Web Browsers/Desktop App Cross-platform via modern Web Browsers
Real-time Collaboration
Multiplayer editing supported Multiplayer editing supported
Pricing Model
Freemium / Per-seat Subscription Free (Open Source / Free SaaS tier)
Licensing
Proprietary Open Source (Mozilla Public License 2.0)
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