Marvel

What is Marvel?

Marvel is a design and prototyping platform for digital products. Designers use it to build interactive prototypes, test them with users and hand specs to developers.

Key features of Marvel

• Prototyping: turn designs into interactive mockups.
• User testing: validate designs with users quickly.
• Developer handoff: generate design specs automatically.
• Wireframing and design: basic design and collaboration tools.
• Marvel for Sketch: a plugin for syncing Sketch designs.
• Ballpark: a related research product for testing Figma prototypes and running surveys.

How Marvel works

Designers import or create screens, link them into a clickable prototype, share it for feedback or testing and then give developers the generated specs. Team members have access to all projects, while contributors see only projects they are invited to.

Who uses Marvel?

The vendor says customers range from Fortune 100 companies to startups and schools. It suits design teams that need a lightweight way to prototype and share designs.

Marvel pricing

Marvel has a free plan with no time limit. Paid plans charge per team member, while contributors are included with the plan. Students and teachers get 70% off yearly plans and registered non-profits get 50% off, with verification. Enterprise has no member limit, invoice payment and a demo-and-quote process.

Marvel integrations

The vendor mentions integrations with commonly used design tools, including Marvel for Sketch.

Marvel alternatives

Figma is a full collaborative design tool with prototyping built in, covering far more of the design workflow. ProtoPie specializes in high-fidelity interactive prototypes with advanced logic and sensor input. Framer combines design with publishing live sites and has stronger animation controls.