# Recraft vs Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)

> Recraft: AI image and vector design studio with brand styles, editing tools and SVG export
> Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf): Agent-first IDE for running local and cloud coding agents in one place

- Recraft profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/recraft
- Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/windsurf
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/recraft-vs-windsurf
- Last reviewed: November 2026

## Verdict

Recraft is listed under Image & Visual AI and Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) under Coding AI. Both have a free plan or trial. Only Recraft is available on Web, iOS and Android and offers an API. Only Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) is available on Windows, macOS and Linux.

### Choose Recraft if

- You want a tool built for vector graphics and icons.
- Generates editable SVG vectors on every plan, including Free.
- Custom styles and color palettes keep output consistent with a brand.

### Choose Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) if

- You want a tool built for managing multiple coding agents.
- Free plan with unlimited Tab completions and inline edits.
- Full IDE that stays compatible with VS Code and Windsurf extensions.

## Pricing

| | Recraft | Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Recraft | Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Raster and vector generation | Yes | Not listed |
| Custom styles | Yes | Not listed |
| Color palettes | Yes | Not listed |
| Vector Editor and canvas | Yes | Not listed |
| Image tools | Yes | Not listed |
| Mockups | Yes | Not listed |
| Agentic chat and Design Agent | Yes | Not listed |
| External models | Yes | Not listed |
| Video generation | Yes | Not listed |
| Agent Command Center | Not listed | Yes |
| Spaces | Not listed | Yes |
| Full IDE | Not listed | Yes |
| Devin Local | Not listed | Yes |
| Agent Client Protocol support | Not listed | Yes |
| Tab and Supercomplete | Not listed | Yes |
| Fast Context | Not listed | Yes |
| Devin Cloud handoff | Not listed | Yes |
| MCP and extensions | Not listed | Yes |
| SWE-2 model | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Recraft | Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | No |
| Windows | No | Yes |
| macOS | No | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | No |
| Android | Yes | No |
| API | Yes | No |
| Browser Extension | No | No |
| Chrome Extension | Yes | No |
| Linux | No | Yes |
| JetBrains Plugin | No | Yes |

## Recraft strengths

- Generates editable SVG vectors on every plan, including Free
- Custom styles and color palettes keep output consistent with a brand
- Single workspace for generation, vector editing, upscaling, background removal and mockups
- Gives access to external models such as Flux, GPT Image, Imagen and Nano Banana
- Paid plans include private images and full commercial rights
- Apps for iOS and Android, Figma and other plugins, and a public API and MCP server

## Recraft limitations

- Free plan images are public and not licensed for commercial use
- Monthly credits expire each cycle, and costs per image vary by model (for example 2 credits for V4.1 and 10 for V4.1 Pro)
- Video generation is not available on Free or Basic plans
- Plan prices depend on credit tier, so cost rises quickly for heavy use

## Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) strengths

- Free plan with unlimited Tab completions and inline edits
- Full IDE that stays compatible with VS Code and Windsurf extensions
- One view for managing local, cloud and third-party agents
- Supports ACP agents such as Codex, Claude Agent and OpenCode
- Available on macOS, Windows and Linux

## Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) limitations

- Paid plans have daily and weekly usage quotas, and extra usage is billed at API pricing
- Pro rose to $20 per month, and Max costs $200 per month
- The rename and the move to devin.ai changed menus, docs and branding, and some names such as the JetBrains plugin still say Windsurf
- Cascade was retired in favour of Devin Local, so Cascade workflows had to migrate

## FAQ

**Is Recraft better than Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)?**

It depends on your workflow. Recraft is built for vector graphics and icons. Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) is built for managing multiple coding agents.

**What are the key feature differences between Recraft and Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)?**

Recraft: AI image and vector design studio with brand styles, editing tools and SVG export. Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf): Agent-first IDE for running local and cloud coding agents in one place.

**Does Recraft or Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. Recraft is freemium and Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, Recraft or Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)?**

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.