CorelDRAW Graphics Suite Reviews: 4.3/5 — Solid Choice

The ability to make vector graphics so smoothly and in very diverse ways is really exciting

The compatibility across different platforms is a little less and that makes it challenging to keep things easy to use

Making graphics for various interior projects and visuals for the client

The program is very useful and practical, CorelDRAW has as many capabilities as changing colors, editing photos, creating texts, adding effects but for me I am a designer not only of web work but of printing has been the program with which I have best handled with Regarding the printing machinery, in this aspect it has no comparison its easy handling and its large number of functions makes it an excellent program for design and printing. Totally a recommended program 5 stars.

I do not dislike anything, it's a complete program, it has apt capacities and functions to design and to use in the printing machinery, what else can you ask for.

The edition of photos and vector graphics are made easier in this program, my design works such as Logos, tarjeteria and POP material took a better path thanks to this program. Without this program, it would not have been possible to carry out a large number of jobs that not only deserve high quality designs, but also impressions and adjustments that only this program could provide.

Probablemente estamos ante el mejor software para el diseño vectorial, al menos en el campo en el que me muevo yo, que es diseño web, cartelería, logotipos, etc. Lo combino con Photoshop para conseguir grandes resultados. Se consiguen acabados muy profesionales siempre y cuando se tengan buenos conocimientos de las herramientas que proporciona.

He notado falta de algunas herramientas que por ejemplo tiene Adobe Illustrator. No está pensado para usuarios que no tengan conocimientos de diseño vectorial, aunque esto se puede considerar que es obvio. Precio algo elevado y quizás falten mejoras y actualizaciones con más frecuencia.

Perfecto para el diseño de logotipos, ya que puedes escalarlos vectorialmente al tamaño que necesites. Acabados profesionales que es lo que uno busca en este tipo de software.

it's quick and easy. able to manipulate photos well.

not as versatile as i wanted. would like to be able to resize easily.

really don't use it on business problems

What I like most is the variety of resources available in this tool because they are very useful and you can achieve great quality in each design created

what I like the least is that sometimes the program is a little slow and I consider that several tools are misplaced and it is a bit tedious to use them

The main problem solved is that finally you have the possibility of creating high quality digital resources can transmit ideas and optimizing work to achieve happier customers

I have been using Corel for years. I feel it is incredibly easy to use and it makes designing very easy!

My only complaint is that I wish I was able to take out colors and make them transparent like I can with Photoshop.

Corel fits perfectly with my machines and my website. Everything flows nicely and makes it easier to run my business.

I like most its friendly interface. You can easily adapt to color palettes, find tools, and it's easy to move on the workspace. It is a nice program to begin to design and if you get used to work on this you can make amazing projects.

It looks pretty old if you compare it to other design programs

If I don't have my usual program to make a quick design and print to go, it has really helped me.

is one of the best editing tools with many functions to use regarding the editing and creation of images and files, without a doubt one of the best

what I like the least is that they still need to add more image formats to be able to work with this magnificent tool to its maximum potential

The main benefits obtained through the use of this tool is the ability to create digital resources with style and in a very pleasant way thanks to its easy to use interface

Corel has been around for as long as any other major graphics package and has progressed close behind Adobe products (deservedly regarded as the de facto industry standard for artists) and is therefore a perfect solution for many types of users and needs. That said, it is no exaggeration to say that if you are or become a constant corel graphics user you can all but forget Photoshop for most uses, with no loss as to professional results. It handles most anything you need to create with it, does not (yet...) use the annoying subscription system which I dislike, and has a quick and intuitive learning curve, in other words, accomplish the same with ease and speed for a lower price tag for the entire suite as compared to equal standalone apps. A Vector and a Bitmap application are its main components but you also get a Font Manager, tons of clip-arts and assorted useful components such as to import and export all formats and it runs any plug-in you would use in PhotoShop, plus customised color pallets and native support for cmyk for most any kind of publishing you may want to create in it, as well as x-1A PDF export, editable presets or custom PDF settings as well. Vector editing and bitmap-to-vector in CorelDraw and masking, cloning, fyll photo retouching capabilities and transparencies in CorelPhotoPaint are just some examples of the fast and exciting tools you get in one suite you can own without subscriptions. You can also save to any previous version of CorelDraw so that files remain compatible with older versions if needed. Needless to say that it imports .PSD files too. This fine suite is much underestimated in my opinion since its PhotoPaint component (a direct competitor to Adobe's PhotoShop) is hardly marketed as such and does not stand out so most people will think only of CorelDRAW (the vector software), when they should be appreciated and used together.

The suite has been buggy at times (and I cannot stress this enough!) perhaps since it began to call itself X something. Unexpected crashes do occur after some months of use, some tools may no longer work and will require a fresh install. With every new version (X3, X4, X5....up to X8) one expects these issues to be resolved, but unexplainably, they continue to exist (at least up to X8 which I have used). Yes, I know you already paled at this and perhaps are wondering why use it at all then? Well, the advantages and ease of use offset this to a great extent in my opinion, just remember to have autosaves on and save your files as you go, better safe than sorry, right? I also don´t care for the frequent changes Corel makes to the interface such flat buttons to match Win 10 style or annoying changes to the place of things such as menu items and tools in every new version, but these are also minor issues that should not put you off. There are also too few and far between updates to improve, add or correct things, which would make the product more exciting and stable to use. I have also heard off and on that Corel intends to phase out its trusted PhotoPaint component (!!) to replaced it (!!) with the also tried and tested (but lacking in features) PaintShop Pro standalone that it purchased long ago, in future versions of the Suite. I sincerely hope Corel does not do this ever, as it would spoil things for many longtime users like me that use PhotoPaint a lot.

My studio uses Its two major components, CorelDRAW and PhotoPaint for most everything in graphic design, from vector graphics, webdesign, font handling, photo compositing, image restoration and graphic effects for illustrations, design, comics and assorted publishing work with results that can be checked out at my websites and online portfolios.

Friendly interface, good and efficient tools, I did not find another program that would be so versatile. It can be used both to prepare project documentation and to draw posters or prepare materials for printing. A lot of drawing tools available. Ability to trim shapes, give transparency attributes. A very good tool for metamorphosis of objects that allow the use of non-standard solutions.

The older versions don't work correctly in windows 10, In X5 version menubar is invisible. No ability to draw coordinates in your own system. Poor solution for drawing dimensional insights and final preparation of technical drawings.

Drawing information on scanned maps. CorelDraw helps in everyday work. Drawings are much better quality than CAD programs. The documentation created looks pleasant and is more human. I've been using CorelDraw for over 20 years.

To create different layouts on regular basis, an individual requires a software which directly connects to the basics and helps in bringing visualisation to reality. Corel plays that role in my proffesional life. To help out in making presentations on faster terms, Corel plays a major role as it sets us free to work in any direction or in any way. Also, not only in presentations, but it's representation of elements in posters is also something which gives a sense of satisfaction to the one working on it. There are so many softwares which offer a lot many features but it's not necessary we might use them. But Corel offers simple and effective features which are easy to use at any point of time.

With benefits offered, there are some negative aspects of the software which disturbs the work flow. While making presentations, if a particular document exceeds pages more than 40-50, the software starts lagging and interrupts in between. This creates a big havoc as many a times we tend to loose out our presentation if not saved on regular terms. Also, the colour scheme sometimes gives an artificial look which creates problems while making different posters and layouts.

The speed you get through the software because of its simplicity is something which helps in completing the work on faster basis which has led in good business presentations.

En Corel Draw encontramos una aplicación comercial, y por tanto de pago, una herramienta multiplataforma (para cualquier sistema operativo), realmente útil y de interfaz intuitiva con la que podremos realizar los diseños mas complejos e imágenes vectoriales. También es perfectamente funcional como editor de retoque fotográfico. Es compatible con multitud de archivos y formatos gráficos.

La licencia es de pago y es algo elevada. El uso de memoria principal del programa, sobre todo en aquellos que necesitan procesar lo gráficos más complejos o vectoriales, puede resultar en situaciones insufribles en aquellos ordenadores antiguos o de gama baja. La aplicación tarda bastante en responde llegándose a congelar incluso.

Nosotros usamos la versión de Corel Draw 12. Hacemos nuestras propias tarjetas de publicidad, flyers para buzoneo y los christmas de navidad para nuestros clientes. También ha sido utilizado para hacer las orlas con los estudiantes y repartirlas al final de curso a modo de recuerdo del año escolar.

Una de las aplicaciones informáticas de diseño gráfico vectorial por excelencia, y esta incluida en la suite Corel Draw Graphics Suite. Es de licencia propietaria, y lo que más nos gusta es: - Permite trabajar en diferentes trazados y levar tus creaciones a bordados, estampados, grabados. - Puedes dibujar, hacer diagramas , diseños. - Permite varias páginas a la vez, raro de encontrar en otros editores gráficos. - Compatible con las aplicaciones ofimáticas de Microsoft - Interfaz muy amigable que permite de forma rápida y sencilla realizar las tareas más difíciles. - LA gran fama del producto hace que resulte sencillo encontrar manuales o video-tutoriales en Internet.

No es multiplataforma, solo esta para windows. Consumo de muchos recurso de RAM y procesador, llegando a ralentizar e incluso a congelar el equipo con archivos pesados. Requiere una inversión económica para obtener su licencia.

Nos ha permitido en nuestro centro educativo diseñar las orlas de los estudiantes al final de curso, con todos sus adornos, fotos ovaladas, etc. Solo tuvimos que preparar una plantilla con los huecos, las fotos y los nombres, algunos dibujos para el fondo y listos. En pocos días estuvo y salió perfecta.

I like how easy it is to work with vector based designs on this. You can create your design from scratch on your computer itself or you can even trace down your hand drawn sketches and play with the colours and create wonderful designs. I like the blend of bitmap and vector that you can easily use. I love the tracing part the most. Also, you can save your file in so many formats. I absolutely would suggest this for a designer as a must have software.

What i dislike is that it doesn't have many shortcut keys. Like you don't have options to quicken things up. But still it's fun to work with especially when working with a detail based project. You get to edit things in precise details.

It helps me work on creating detailed designs, which require precision. I use it for making those large motifs and designs which are doubled up in size and require printing them out on big sheets, since it's a vector based software.

The configuration possibilities. I have used it for personal project as well for some jobs and it's very capable. Most of my time I have been using the X3 version. A bit old, but I do like it.

Maybe the overwhelming options and software it comes with. But really, it is as should be. If you want to do vector drawing. If you plan to do other things it won't come as handy as other solutions.

I have been mostly drawing city and rural maps, in order to display correctly the buildings, for a private organization I cannot disclose. They taught me, and it was a pleasure to work with it. The amount of work we did was huge, and the CorelDraw software did a good fit for our purposes.

I like every feature of CorelDraw like line curve, Powerclip, Alignment, Shadow effects everything.

There is no suitable option for Table. If you want create a table with data you face lots of problems. I request to CorelDRAW team for giving better table option in it.

Banner, Hoarding, Poster, Cover Design, Logo etc.

Corel draw is very easy to use, a newbie can also use Coreldraw easily, this is it's main positive point. I am using Corel draw since last 6 six years . It's a fantastic software to create graphics , visiting cards, pamphlets and leaflets. Shape tool is my favourite tool in Corel draw. There are many other tools which saves my lots of time. Transformation, clipping, convert to curves etc etc. There are endless things to share about Corel draw beauty. In short it is best software to new beginner in the field of graphic designing.

its eternal failure with the colors when printing, only the experience makes me know what color to choose so as not to have direct colors on the screen. When exporting complex vectors with shadows the program gives an error and you can see some white lines that are not in the graphic piece (this always happens and there is no way to avoid it) unless the shadows are erased.

I have a lot to thank CorelDRAW for. Thanks to this software I have created the best illustrations and the best images for the WEB page of the company where I work, earning the respect of my superiors. CorelDRAW is the best tool for professionals.

Everything is very intuitive, and once you know the different tools, it allows you to have a very fast workflow and allows you to do it in much less time than with other programs, such as illustrator. Especially very powerful to work with vectors, where other programs are slower and more complex.

One of the few complaints I can say about this program is in reference to the gradients, because when it is printed it does not work very well, as if it had low levels (It has 256 levels). Also, you can not open files created with later versions. Another thing that I do not like is that it allows mixing in a document, RGB and CMYK colors, which sometimes causes printing errors

The main advantage is the quickness in performing all kinds of jobs with vectors, which translates into money. The price of the license is correct, not very exorbitant as in other packages.

CorelDRAW is compatible with a variety of formats, the program offers unparalleled color accuracy and flexibility, also comes with an very intuitive LiveSketch tool, and allows to customize the workspace with our favorite tools, custom desktop and icon size.

CorelDraw uses a lot of ressources of your PC so you need a very powerful processor, Corel Draw is Windows only software, and it's as a little bit expensive.

Thanks to CorelDraw I have started to use graphic design software, i have created illustrations and images from the scratch with the help of the software tutorials

Corel is easy to learn on your own and for beginners for many creative projects.

The price is ok if you are a heavy user.

Requier a very good machine to support the software.

The brushes, Dynamic guides, the filters are what I like best about this application.

The program is fine as is, no changes needed!

The PowerTrace tool lets me turn my pencil drawn sketches into smooth vector outlines. The brushes included are realistic, it helps to add more depth to my digital paintings. The pencil is smooth but sharp, and it mimics the real thing.

It is multipage, it seems nothing, but believe me it is very useful, but when its rival illustrator despite being so powerful does not support multipage. It always comes in Spanish, it is very useful to have a design program with Spanish versions when the other companies pay little attention to the Hispanic market.

However an example of the disadvantages is that an excessive number of objects with transparency, or lenses of 3 different types exsigira more resources to the video card, which can return much slower screen reconstruction. It will consume more RAM, which would force the operating system to fragment that information and send it to the temporary file of windows, whose access and reading is considerably slower and heavier.

Personally, I love Corel Draw, with him I learned graphic design, for the first time I edited a photo in its Photopaint add-on.

CorelDRAW was the first for of software I used when I opened up a t-shirt business and needed to design logos and artwork for clients. Even though I am now accustomed to using Adobe software on a Mac, for those that are still content with using a PC I think they will find this software user friendly and more simplistic. I also found that the tutorials and books that you can find with further instruction are easy to follow.

The downside to this program is it's compatibility. Even though your work can be saved in EPS format, which can be opened using Adobe Illustrator, you don't find many peers that are familiar with CorelDRAW that can help you when you need it. With that being said, it forced me to learn how to use Adobe Illustrator.

Being that all but one of our computers is a PC, Corel Draw is a go to software for many. As funds become available, the office will eventually be stocked with Macs which will in turn cause us to no longer use Corel.

A workspace and user interface that will be immediately familiar to anyone who uses Adobe Illustrator regularly. Files export from AI into Draw relatively easily. Very easy to get it to talk to the Epilog laser cutter.

I have run jobs in the past where it seems as if no lines exist, only to find out that it is attempting to print "invisible" lines. Some lines have printed twice for reasons I cannot figure out.

we're using Corel Draw to print laser etches and laser cuts on wood, leather, cardboard, plastic, and glass.

Very easy tools... easy to understand, a lot of tools, great for beginners.

So slow... this software require a lot of patience... it's too slow when you use more than one tool.

Emergency graphic design

Allows us to import our own customized tool bars which allows use to convert CAD drawings into a format for our software.

You pay a lot, for enough. There are not a ton of features that go along with this product for the price.

Allows us to covert .dxf files into a format that our CAD software can read

It has the best tools required for creating and editing good graphics such as invitation cards, posters, hoardings, vector arts. And also create page layouts for books and brochures and designing websites.

As every coin has two sides, along with the benefits that CorelDRAW gives there are certain points that I don't like about it, such as the lack of a photo editor, so you need to use some other software to edit photos and the way it handles images. Also, it is only available for Windows Operating systems so you cannot use it on a MacOS or other Unix based systems.

CorelDRAW is really helpful in creating designs for clients. You can create all kinds of designs starting from posters to logo designs, to box and packaging designs and developing websites. It is a one-stop solution for all kinds of graphic design requirements, which makes it a very efficient and must have software if you are in the designing industry.

CorelDraw is the most powerful and user friendly software for graphic designers that I even experienced. Yea, I know that AI is more popular but for me it's not so intuitive as CorelDraw.

Are some thinks that are not so great, for example changing the colors are taking too much clicks, color picker should work differently.

I using CorelDraw to creating a logo design and another vectors works.

I really enjoy working in Corel Draw. Its a simple program that can do many of the things that Photoshop/Illustrator do without breaking the bank. Corel Draw takes parts of each program and merges them into one. I love how small of files Corel Draw produces. In comparison to most adobe files, Corel files are significantly smaller and less likely to fail catastrophically when used many many times. I also love how simple Corel Draw is to learn to use. I have spent significant amount of time learning Adobe creative Suite software, and find Corel Draw to be suitable for many of my needs without the learning curve of Adobe Creative suite.

The program isn't as layer friendly as Adobe type products, so it takes some more getting used to, as well as more time to get similar tasks accomplished. I dislike how Corel Draw files don't integrate as well with other computer programs (Indesign-illustrator-photoshop). There can be lots of different parameters that need to be manipulated-changed on the settings in order to maintain/preserve file sizes of PDF's that are created from Corel Draw.

I create map/topographic renderings of project locations using Corel Draw. I like how quick/easy files pull up/save. Lots of graphic programs have issues with that, I like how Corel Draw has maintained much of that integrity over other computer programs.

I like the ease of use. I like the intuitive interface and everything is where it should be. I like the right click for multiple options. The layer system is very flexible as you can add as many layers as you need and rename them to your hearts desire. The line tool is very powerful as it can create many types of lines from dotted to straight and can have multiple arrows or endings.

I dislike the system requirements to run this program properly. Our company gives us Dell Core i3 computers with 4GB ram and integrated video but it seems to slow to a crawl without additional ram and a dedicated video card. Sometimes the program crashes because there's not enough memory. Sometimes when you import a dxf file, too many layers are created which make your file size too big. I recommend resampling any pictures you import to make them a smaller size.

We are creating procurement drawings for our vendors and for our internal team to receive products. The benefits are more efficient drawing layouts and faster drawing creation.