Concepts

Infinite digital sketching app for design ideation

Multi-platform digital drawing app with infinite canvas, vector-based editing, pressure-sensitive tools, and cloud synchronization across iOS, Android, Windows, and ChromeOS. Used by designers, architects, and creative professionals for conceptual design and digital sketching.

Established

Founded 2012 · Notable users include Disney, Playstation, Philips, HP, Apple, Google, Unity, and Illumination Entertainment. 93% of users on free plan; 25%+ conversion rate on iPad Pro segment.

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WHY IT EXISTS

Why This Tool Exists

The Problem

Architects and designers need flexible digital tools that support creative exploration without canvas limitations. Traditional drawing apps constrain workflows with fixed canvas sizes, and switching between devices often requires manual synchronization. Conceptual design work benefits from infinite space and intuitive gesture-based interfaces.

The Solution

Infinite canvas with vector-based editing, pressure-sensitive pen support, and seamless cloud synchronization enables architects and designers to sketch concepts across multiple devices. Hand-crafted brushes, editable vector strokes, and unlimited layers support detailed design work from ideation through presentation.

USAGE

How You Use It

Delivery Method

Mobile AppDesktop App

Integrations

iCloud DriveGoogle DriveWacom TabletsSurface Dial

Disciplines

Architecture, Design, Engineering

Project Phases

Pre-Design, Schematic Design, Design Development

Project Types

Commercial, Residential, Mixed-Use, Healthcare

TRANSPARENCY

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

Input

What it needs

Required:

Optional: Image files, PDF documents, Existing drawings

Formats: JPG, PNG, PSD, PDF, .concept (iOS), .concepts (Android/Windows)

Output

What you get

Format: Digital drawings and design files with multiple export options

Fields: Vector-based drawings, Raster compositions, Layered design files, Text annotations, Measurement and scale data

Algorithm

How it works

Model: Not AI-driven (professional drawing application)

Accuracy: Not applicable (no AI predictions)

Privacy

How your data is protected

Retention: User-controlled; drawings stored locally on device and in cloud services indefinitely

Training: User drawings not used for model training or analytics

Compliance: GDPR compliant, COPPA compliant, User drawings remain private and inaccessible to Concepts team

API

Integration

Endpoint: Contact vendor for API access

Method: Not publicly documented

USE CASES

Use Cases

· Architectural schematic design and concept sketching
· Early-phase design exploration and ideation
· Annotated drawing markup and collaboration
· Site analysis and design thinking workshops
· Mobile sketch capture on jobsites and in-field assessments
· Cross-device design work with cloud synchronization

PRICING

Pricing

Free

Free plan (infinite canvas, 5 layers, basic grid, JPG export)

Pro

Essentials ($39.99 one-time) + Subscription ($4.99/month or $29.99/year for all features)

Enterprise

Teams plan ($10/month per user with cloud syncing and sharing) or custom Enterprise pricing

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Research Sources & Data Quality Last verified: 2026-04-04

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Verified Data (14)

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