Side by side
FontCreator vs Type Light
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.
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.
Visit FontCreatorChoose Type Light for free, occasional TrueType font creation or editing, including symbol fonts and metric adjustments. Its glyph tools, character mapping, basic kerning, and metadata controls cover those tasks across Windows, macOS, and Linux. Look elsewhere if you need OpenType features, variable fonts, PostScript Type 1 support, or extensive undo history.
Visit Type LightThe facts
| FontCreator | Type Light | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | FontCreator 16 Essentials: $49, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | fontcreator.com | cr8software.net |
| On font design software | #23 of 33 | #19 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.
Type Light: what it does well
- Freeware with no feature restrictions or registration.
- Create or modify TrueType, symbol, and barcode fonts.
- Assign Unicode values or custom encodings to glyphs.
- Edit basic kerning and font metadata.
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
What to know first
- No OpenType layout tools or features.
- Does not support variable fonts or PostScript Type 1.
- Undo history is limited.
- The editor may not be redistributed.
Alternatives to FontCreator Alternatives to Type Light The whole list