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FontCreator vs Glyphs
Both stand on font design software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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FontCreator covers font creation, editing, validation, and multiple exchange formats across Windows and macOS. Check edition requirements and the trial period before choosing a license.
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Free trial Mac
Glyphs offers broad font design, scripting, and export tools on macOS, with a smaller Glyphs Mini option. The paid licenses and platform restriction define its fit.
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| FontCreator | Glyphs | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | FontCreator 16 Essentials: $49, paid once | Glyphs Mini: €49, paid once |
| Plans published | 2 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | fontcreator.com | glyphsapp.com |
| On font design software | #23 of 33 | #27 of 33 |
FontCreator: what it does well
- Exports OpenType, TrueType, WOFF, and WOFF2.
- Supports color and variable fonts.
- Imports raster images and vector artwork.
- Includes live validation and OpenType layout tools.
What to know first
- No free plan; trial lasts 30 days.
- Two or more variable-font axes require Professional.
- 32-bit Windows builds are no longer supported.
- Professional costs $199, paid once.
Glyphs: what it does well
- Creates static and variable fonts
- Exports major desktop and webfont formats
- Supports several color-font formats
- One-click access to many plug-ins
- 30-day trial for both listed products
What to know first
- macOS only
- No free plan
- Glyphs 4 costs €319, paid once
- Glyphs Mini is limited to single-master fonts
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