When comparing UXPin vs AppCooker, the Slant community recommends AppCooker for most people. In the question“What are the best mockup tools for iOS?” AppCooker is ranked 3rd while UXPin is ranked 7th. The most important reason people chose AppCooker is:
Simple, clean UI with a great feature selection.
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Pros
Pro UXPin has great advanced features for prototyping
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Pro Actively developed
UXPin is constantly being updated with new features.
Pro Import from PhotoShop and Sketch
A pro UXPin account will allow you to import existing projects from PhotoShop or Sketch.
Pro Extensive library of elements and patterns
UXPin offers elements from a wide range libraries. This includes responsive frameworks such as Bootstrap and Foundation, and libraries specific to mobile prototyping.
Pro Easy to use
Simple, clean UI with a great feature selection.
Pro Preview on device
AppCooker prototypes can be shared and previewed via the free AppTaster app.
Pro Export options
AppCooker has several export options, including PDF.
Pro Realistic gestures and transitions
Lets you connect screens with realistic gestures and transitions.
Pro Auxiliary tools
Contains helpful tools like icon editor, app idea planner, app pricing tool, notepad, store info editor.
Cons
Con Expensive subscription model
$29 per user/mo ($350 pa) will soon rack up compared to a standalone product like Axure PRO ($450) which has a license that lasts years (they have given out free updates for the last 2 versions).
Con Steep learning curve
UXPin is one of the more complex prototyping tools. Combined with a lack of documentation, it can be discouraging for first time users.