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The collaborative interface design tool for building better products.
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ProtoPie
High-fidelity interactive prototyping without code, free to start.
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What is ProtoPie?
ProtoPie builds realistic, interactive prototypes without code, using sensors, variables and conditions, and can run them on phones, tablets, smartwatches, TVs and even Arduino boards. It imports designs from Figma, Sketch and Adobe XD. The free plan saves 2 prototypes in the cloud with up to 8 scenes each; Basic costs $25 a month.
Pros
- Very realistic interactions without code
- Imports Figma, Sketch and Adobe XD designs
- Runs prototypes on real devices
Cons
- Free plan saves only 2 prototypes
- Paid plans are expensive
Who should use ProtoPie
Designers who need to test realistic interactions before building.
Who may not need it
People who only need static screen designs.
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