# Napkin AI

> Turn written text into editable diagrams, charts and infographics in a single click

- Category: [Image & Visual AI](https://finderatlas.com/categories/image-ai)
- Pricing: Freemium
- Website: https://www.napkin.ai
- Platforms: Web
- Made by: Napkin AI, founded 2021
- Last updated: 2026-10-18
- FinderAtlas page: https://finderatlas.com/tools/napkin

## Overview

Napkin AI is a web-based visual communication tool that converts written text into editable diagrams, flowcharts, mind maps, infographics and data charts. Users paste or write text, or import a file such as a PPT, DOC, PDF, HTML or Markdown document, then click the Autospark icon to generate visual options without writing a prompt. Every generated element, including colors, fonts, layouts and icons, can be edited afterwards.

## Key features

- Autospark Visual Generation
- Full Visual Editing
- File Import
- Multi-Format Export
- Napkin Slides (beta)
- Brand Styles and Brand Studio
- Team Collaboration
- Multilingual Support

## Pricing

- **Free** ($0): Individual use with weekly AI credits
- **Plus** ($9/user/mo): Individuals and small teams needing more credits and PPT/SVG export
- **Pro** ($22/user/mo): Heavy users needing custom branding
- **Enterprise** (Custom): Large teams and organizations with large visual needs

## Best for

- Turning written notes into presentation-ready diagrams
- Visualizing reports and articles as infographics

## Who uses it

- Business professionals
- Educators
- Content creators
- Marketing teams
- Consultants

## Strengths

- Permanent free plan with 500 weekly AI credits and unlimited PNG and PDF export.
- Generates visuals from plain text with no prompt writing.
- Every generated element stays editable, and editing is unlimited on all plans.
- Imports PPT, DOC, PDF, HTML and Markdown files.
- Paid plans start at $9 per user per month, with a 25% listed discount for annual billing.

## Limitations

- Free-plan visuals carry Napkin branding, which limits client-facing use; branding is removed only on Plus and Pro.
- PPT and SVG export are paid-only.
- Visual generation is not yet available on mobile, and no official iOS or Android app was found.
- Credits are consumed per word selected, so long texts use the free weekly allowance quickly.

## Not recommended for

- Pixel-precise custom graphic design
- Generating visuals on a phone (not yet available on mobile)

## Integrations

- PowerPoint
- Google Slides
- Canva
- Keynote
- Google Docs
- Word
- Notion
- Confluence

## FinderAtlas editorial scores (out of 10)

- Ease of Use: 9/10
- Feature Depth: 7.5/10
- Value for Money: 8/10
- Performance & Speed: 8/10
- Documentation & Support: 7/10

## Alternatives

- [PromptImage](https://finderatlas.com/tools/promptimage): Generate AI images and videos from prompts with several models in one workspace ([compare](https://finderatlas.com/compare/napkin-vs-promptimage))
- [Leonardo AI](https://finderatlas.com/tools/leonardo-ai): AI image and video studio with custom model training and a real-time canvas editor ([compare](https://finderatlas.com/compare/leonardo-ai-vs-napkin))
- [Dzine](https://finderatlas.com/tools/dzine): AI creative workspace for generating, editing and designing images and videos with layer-level control ([compare](https://finderatlas.com/compare/dzine-vs-napkin))
- [Cinel AI](https://finderatlas.com/tools/cinel-ai): Generate and edit images and videos with many AI models in one free-to-start workspace ([compare](https://finderatlas.com/compare/cinel-ai-vs-napkin))
- [Canva](https://finderatlas.com/tools/canva): Browser-based design platform with templates, collaboration tools and built-in AI image and video generation ([compare](https://finderatlas.com/compare/canva-vs-napkin))
- [Artgen](https://finderatlas.com/tools/artgen-image-to-pixel-art): Browser art studio for AI images, pixel art, ASCII and print effects ([compare](https://finderatlas.com/compare/artgen-image-to-pixel-art-vs-napkin))
- [Adobe Firefly](https://finderatlas.com/tools/adobe-firefly): Generate images, video, audio and vectors with Adobe models and partner models ([compare](https://finderatlas.com/compare/adobe-firefly-vs-napkin))
- [RemoveHandwriting](https://finderatlas.com/tools/removehandwriting): Erase handwriting and pen marks from photos, scans and PDFs while keeping printed text ([compare](https://finderatlas.com/compare/napkin-vs-removehandwriting))

## FAQ

**Is Napkin AI free?**

Yes, there is a permanent free plan with 500 AI credits per week, unlimited editing, unlimited file imports and unlimited PNG and PDF export. Visuals made on the free plan carry Napkin branding.

**Which export formats are available?**

PNG and PDF are available on every plan. PPT and SVG export require the Plus or Pro plan.

**How are AI credits used?**

The pricing page says generation costs roughly one credit per word selected, which may change for more complex outputs or features. Editing existing visuals is unlimited.

**Can I use Napkin AI on mobile?**

The site says existing work can be viewed on mobile and presentations can be created and edited, but visual generation is not yet available on mobile. Desktop web is described as the best experience.

**What is Napkin Slides?**

Napkin Slides is a beta feature that builds a complete presentation from ideas, notes or uploaded files. It proposes an outline for approval, then offers layout options per slide. It is available on Free, Plus and Pro plans.