WHAT SHOULD YOU PAY FOR? Canva VS Kittl for Print on Demand Designers

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Hey everyone, welcome to my channel, I'm Mey :)
In today's video I want to answer a question that I have been getting asked a lot lately- which one is better- Canva or ‪@Kittldesign‬ ??
Now, trying to compare Canva or Kittle just on their main features will do no justice to the ACTUAL reason of the question, which is- which one should you be paying for if you could only afford one of these memberships?
I do have to say that this is my personal take on comparing the two platforms, and a lot of other print on demand sellers will no agree with me and that's totally OK!
I am also using BOTH for my business (Yes, other than print on demand, and even other than KZfaq...) and i am an affiliate of both, so I really don't have much reason to choose one or the other, this is just my personal view after using Kittl for the past few months, and using Canva since... Jishhhh... I don't even know !
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@Kittldesign Жыл бұрын

Was excited for this video. 😎 Thank you for providing these points and comparison for us to think about. Super glad you gave us a chance! 🙌

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

I'm glad as well :) you guys rock

@MisterSolitude Жыл бұрын

@@MeyTribe Any discounts going for Kittl subscription right now?

@MissMolly3377 Жыл бұрын

Kittl Pro is $10/month, right now, so you may have just talked me into it. Creative Fabrica is only $9/month, right now, I would rather have those two, and not have to worry about using an element, then, just go with Canva Free.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a great and actionable plan

@arteverywhere1286 Жыл бұрын

I think this was one of you most informative videos to date. I can relate, for I have some professional software (Photoshop) like you and it comes down to time. Do I spend the extra time to learn the many cool features of the software I own or take the easier route and use something like Kittl/Canva to do the same things, but faster. Hearing that you too have the professional software, but use this other software to save time is a relief that I'm not along in these types of decisions. Thank you .......PS I felt others should see your video, so I copied the link and added it to a few Facebook groups. I hope this helps.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

I think so too, the informative part,,, I really sat down for the script writing, making sure I don't miss out on anything... You're def not alone making these decisions... When we are working for ourselves, and working for the money that the business will make- time saved is crucial. And thanks, every share and like or comment help out

@JarlJimbo 10 ай бұрын

This video was super helpful and made up my mind for me. I was really wanting Kittl to be enough because what I like about it I REALLY like, but using it along with Canva Free I think is the ticket! Thank you, and subbed!

@GoodVibesHub333 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! You told me everything I needed to know - answered all my questions. I appreciate you!!!

@robo3383 Жыл бұрын

Mey, just discovered your channel. I love your honesty and enthusiasm. Thank you for the great information.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Aweee that's so nice to hear

@megan.ashford Жыл бұрын

one thing I really admire is your craziness and honesty in dishing out your ever wonderful hints and tips on all things designs!

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@tedsmith7991 Жыл бұрын

I am new to POD, I have been using Placeit, which is nice for mockups but not for creating designs. After watching the pro and con of Canva Pro and Kittl, I am going to go with Kittl. Thanks for the videos.

@sidehustlers336 10 ай бұрын

Thank you great video. I use both little and Canva for sublimation. Usually I have my own elements I uploaded to the canvas and sometimes add text. The ai background remover oknkittl and Viectorize gets used a lot. Finally photoshop is used to print and manage colors on an epson f570. I’m not sure I need Canva for what I do with printing but I’m going to explore the social Media creation features.

@RemonaGreen Жыл бұрын

Very informative video. I actually have photoshop and illustrator but they are so difficult to learn. I will have to try both of these out.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Ohhhh these are beyond me! Photoshop was a headache for me, I learned Clip studio paint much faster, though they have far less online tutorials.

@romforduk6885 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mey, just watched this video and it was exactly what I was after. I am thinking of re-starting POD and had Canva before but am seeing a lot about Kittl so was wondering which to get. After watching your video will prob get Kittl Pro and free Canva. Thank you and best wishes, Wendy

@DaMcGamer Жыл бұрын

Great video. It does come down to time and which is more efficient for an individual. I haven't tried Kittl but going to check it next week. Thanks!

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Have fun checking it out !!

@Kittldesign Жыл бұрын

Hope you like using Kittl!

@palomahealing5073 Жыл бұрын

You're a Genius, girl...love listening to you! I really resonate with your personality. You seem to really be a Multitasker like me!! And this Digital design world fits me just right!❤

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that :) and kinda curious seeing what you're designing :)

@MissMolly3377 Жыл бұрын

I love both programs, but the fact that Kittl is more geared towards vintage, and I can use Photopea or Photoshop to warp text. I do agree, though, CF and Canva just have too many elements or graphics, and it is so overwhelming, but I don't just make vintage designs, so, that is the one reason I don't go with Kittl. I know I can bring in my own design elements, though. I think I may get CF, though, because it is only $9 after the first months, which is only $1. I am hoping to be able to get Kittl, eventually, though, because, yes, it is more geared towards POD. I am really disappointed in Canva, because if you're are paying, you shouldn't have to question whether you can use a design element or not. I wish they would separate those, make a category of elements that you are allowed to use, make another category that you have to ask to use, etc.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

I feel like for them to make these categories would be "so hard"- cause people use Canva for so many different things... That's why a curated platform makes it easier to "think" of what you can or cannot do. But yeah, if you got other softwares to help you out that's amazing! Also, I wanted to say thanks LOL Your comment on Ryan's video of Repper made them contact me, we actually spoke that very same day, and I am issuing a video on them in the next few days after properly exploring the system :)

@kathleenderting7512 Жыл бұрын

I have used Cava for years; I just learned about Kittl. I'm looking into this platform as well.

@annadreamsart9756 Жыл бұрын

All good points. I wish there was one program that could do it all and all be allowed for commercial use. It's confusing to use four programs. I do love how easy it is on Canva to make seamless patterns out of your own uploaded elements though. And I used it to make a fanart book as a gift that we printed via an online service. it was easy for that. Also, I swear I'm seeing Kittl and Canva designs on Creative Fabrica.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Yeah, Canva's seamless patterns option is still better, but I have been emailing with kittl a bit on developing that as well, as it won;t be a hard feature to add, these guidelines that help with the patterns. (also, there's a video coming up later today about patterns, I think you'll like it LOL) If you do see them on CF- can you DM me?? I already found a design marketplace that people just bluntly sell the same graphics of canva, pissed me off...

@Lucenator69 Жыл бұрын

ok, you have me convinced, l'm asking Santa for the Kittl Pro subscription ! lol, thanks for answering so many questions l had ❤‍🔥❤‍🔥now hoping l can get my creative flow back on track, it's been bad lately

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Well, entering contests could be an awesome thing to try and get that pro account :) And I'm crossing my fingers for your creative flow to come back...

@saturn959t7 Жыл бұрын

Mey great info on your video. Really helped me decide which platform to pay for. It sounds like Kittl is the way to go. Would not like to be worrying about license user terms on Canva if it's so complicated.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

It;'s def been a breath of fresh air to have Kittl grow in this timing of Canva being less clear to use... plus the DPI control and text morphing- big game changers for me LOL

@Ed-by7wt Жыл бұрын

Great thank you. Seems like Kittl is the choice to me. Ill probably end up with both anyway as well

@jessofficial4509 Жыл бұрын

31:40 I had the same doubt about canva audios. Audios can't be modified either & more risky when it's in the pro. I'd stop using Canva audio (but I'll use canva free audio) Audios are risky as a whole. (I wish there was a platform with the option to modify audios.)

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

I used the audio feature only once, and ONLY cause that was the audio that was with the template I used (hence me thinking it's ok to actually use it, I mean, why would they have a KZfaq intro template that people can't use for a KZfaq intro???) Now I am using some basic ones from iMovie, I use freesound.org sometimes, and with the new channel that will have more music- artlist.io, already got the creator membership to cover using them for KZfaq.

@funchi777 7 ай бұрын

Hi mey, i have an idea for a tee shirt design, i have the image saved on canva but i dont have a clue what to do next, can you tell me a few steps how to get them online or what format to save my idea, watching you-every day, thanks nancy

@romariosankante 5 ай бұрын

ive been looking 4 this video, so thanks. You should visit Suriname once. It's a nice country

@michaelallman6598 Жыл бұрын

I am happy using Gimp, and I also use Canva, mostly to make pins for Pinterest, but now I want to try Kittl for the text, where the other two are somewhat weak.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Yeah, the text features are def one of Kittl's main strong points :)

@Kittldesign Жыл бұрын

Hope you give Kittl a try!

@evettehillbooks Жыл бұрын

I use both as well. Just depends on what project I'm working on.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

That's the best. to have both :) this comparison was mostly for people who can't afford both. But I use both as well :)

@laurens.7510 Жыл бұрын

I think Photoshop is still best and if you don't have the $$, Gimp is a decent alternative (if you know how to use design software). Canva is good for people that are not skilled in Adobe Suites. I think, though, that Canva does not always make the right size and people think they have a 300 dpi but it does not translate when they upload. I have seen distortion that I have had to fix for people. What you see is not always what you get. Hot tip: ALWAYS look on a rgb to cmyk conversion site because the conversion is not made in Canva. You can see how your actual saved graphics will look BEFORE you make a big mistake and send a design file to your chosen pod. I guarantee you will get one star and disgruntled buyers. As you said in one of the videos (I watched the other day), hard to come back from that. It is ok to get a few people that did not like your work (you cannot please everyone) but that should come after you have a fair amount of business. People can overlook one or two negatives out of dozens or more but not when it is one of your first sales. Always give your best cs but even go overboard to get those ratings with extra positive comments in your early days.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Ohhh I can't "hack it" with Gimp, feels too slow or weird, I do have CSP which resembles photoshop. and yes, these are amazing softwares with great options, just sometimes making things with Kittl or Canva is simply faster... and yeah, many people "fall" for it, thinking Canva gives out great DPI... also a lot of people selling printables don't really know what that is... I can count over 100 people who started selling printables on Etsy writing 300 DPI cause "everyone is writing it" and they have no idea what it means. and yeah, Canva can't make CMYK, they are built for web design... not printing. I feel like so many people just don't realize that LOL love this comment :)

@MisterSolitude Жыл бұрын

what is the best way to check dpi on sites like Zazzle? printiful and others tell you but Zazzle doesn't

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

@@MisterSolitude there’s a page detailing the items that require a certain dpi And each item you design has size in inches

@MisterSolitude Жыл бұрын

@@MeyTribe thank you it's a bit hard to calculate from that but it'll do!

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

@@MisterSolitude why hard? Need 10 inches in 250 DPI that’s 2500 pixels. Multiply the inches with the DPI if you can’t clearly see the DPI in your design tool.

@verdedoodleduck Жыл бұрын

Very useful and informative comparison - that's information I will use in the near future. I would lean towards paid Kittl transferring to free Canva. Unfortunately my designs aren't text heavy enough usually to warrant moving out of my drawing program and I end up doing the lettering by hand...some day that will change. How much would your opinion on Canva change if they made their licensing easy to decipher? I really think text manipulation and font selection is underrated but then I used to develop graphics features for business software in my former life (in which text engines featured strongly for several years). :) Thanks for another great video!

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Hand lettering is brilliant ! I need to practice that more with procreate, what software are you using? I think that if canva comes out with an easier licence to understand- it would def make it easier to use them, however,- that also depends on what that licence is LOL I can still make tutorials with them, if I add my own graphic elements or use CF ones... But I guess I got sucked into kittl, I just started using them and couldn't stop, the distort text feature and the effects that are better suited for my style really won me over :) also- the DPI control ! And yeah, so many people don't "appreciate" these enough, using the same basic fonts, or spending zero time trying to find the best font for a project,.

@verdedoodleduck Жыл бұрын

@@MeyTribe I'm using Sketchbook Pro (the former autodesk free version) - so it's all oriented towards drawing with a pen/mouse. It only has only has basic text and a general morph/stretch function. I can get some decent effects from that and a contrasting background (think: two copies of the text, red text on black background [text slightly skewed out from behind]) - which I usually use if I don't hand letter. Unfortunately Sketchbook does not have "text along a path" so some of my designs I've had to bow to the limitations of the software rather than hand lettering or finishing up in another program (such as the Zazzle editor). FYI - I did a set of musical symbols and staves by hand recently and [I do small or curved lettering jobs individually - but hand lettering is a lot of work as you know!] Not sure how easy it is to find a nice looking treble clef, etc. but if you (or anybody else reading this) needs some musical symbols maybe I have something that could do the trick (it's not packaged up for consumption at this point but I'm sure I could figure it out.) I meant gratis, of course.

@supervideoworld8 6 ай бұрын

Good afternoon Teacher, is DPI important if I would like to start on Etsy? Normally what recommends, I am passionate about Art but I want to learn details, and aside from that I thank you so much for taking the time to respond, you are one in a Million

@lauranasipak5858 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. I have been seeing Kittle videos from some other KZfaqrs that I watch and just avoided them because I already had Canva. I see now where I may be better served by Kittl. The lack of text distort in Canva is my big reason for shifting to Kittl. The trends demand that ability! I'm doing a monthly subscription right now, so I think I am going to cancel Canva and give Kittl a try before making the annual investment. I wish they did a pro version for free for a certain amount of time like Canva does.

@MissMolly3377 Жыл бұрын

They did a 3 month free subscription, this past spring, but I thought they did a month free, regularly, but I am not sure. I like them both, for different reasons, but I am only paying for Canva, at the moment. Actually, Kittl does have a free subscription, but you can only download like 5 or 10 designs on it, that is what I remember, anyway, from when I signed up for it.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

I think you'll like the "shift" to them... Let me know how you're liking them after a month :)

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

@@MissMolly3377 They had a promo in the spring, and sometimes have a free month promo with KZfaqrs, ours on this channel ended a few weeks ago. The free option is for 10 design "spaces" but it's also limited with the size of the export. That's why I said that in order to get actionable results from them you'll need the pro membership. I can see why they want people to subscribe, it's a platform in the making, new features all the time, and they put a lot of work into it.

@ArtisticMysticSoul Жыл бұрын

I wish I'd heard this before I paid for a year of Canva Pro. I had no idea licensing had gotten so complicated.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

I have been hearing so many different opinions on that matter, I honestly don't know- hence my issue with it. I recommend having a sit down and reading through their licencing, or even flat out contacting them and asking. I did that few weeks ago but didn't get a reply. will probably try again. But for now, it was just easier for me to "let it go" a bit when it comes to videos. If you can also afford kittl I recommend giving it a try, but don't wanna go into your wallet too much. There are still good things you can do with Canva, using basic/free elements, and fonts from CF for example. But yeah, it's a bit tricky. I will try to find time to go over their licence again...

@TerrenceLCareyJr Жыл бұрын

I say; use them all! I enjoy playing in Adobe Express as well.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

I also love using multiple tools, opens up your creativity so much ! (though a lot of people can't afford ALL options, hence- the video:))

@TerrenceLCareyJr Жыл бұрын

@@MeyTribe Facts! You always do great videos. I was using the free version of Kittl; Now, I'm a Pro member as of today! I simply love the freedom of font.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

@@TerrenceLCareyJr The pro is def much better than the free one!! Enjoy making awesome stuff !

@TerrenceLCareyJr Жыл бұрын

@@MeyTribe Thank you!!

@HeatherValentineMsFoodie Жыл бұрын

BOTH! ❤❤❤

@phyllisedmondson8517 Жыл бұрын

Great video 😊 I like Kittl 🎃😂❤ Thank You Mey

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Thanks hun

@jmspegel Жыл бұрын

I am going with Kittl do to vector scaling

@riverdalepilates9922 10 ай бұрын

Hey look who is back

@MeyTribe 10 ай бұрын

Only reading comments and replying… this video is from 10 months ago

@riverdalepilates9922 10 ай бұрын

@@MeyTribe still good to see you ! And love your hair here ! Hope you’re feeling ok

@brians9072 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mey, I'm a new sub as a result of watching Kittl vids. This video answers many questions I had. With that said, can you show crossover application uses? For example, if I wanted to make an editable wedding invite for a customer. I can do that via canva using a shareable link. Can't really do that with kittl. However, can I create in kittl and export to canva for the same operation?

@Kittldesign Жыл бұрын

Hey Brian! You can share a private shareable link of your design with a client or customer. You can do this via the share feature up in the top left, and selecting "share a copy of this project." Hope that clears up the question here!

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

If you make a design on Kittl and share it to Canva- it won't truly be editable- as the elements from Kittl would be created as a photo, not a changeable element. You can share your creation on Kittl, same way i share mine on my profile: kittl.pxf.io/MeyTemplates However, you can't share and "hide" to only provide it to a client. the sharing is public.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

@@Kittldesign That would make the file shared available for everyone and not just that paying client.. (maybe it's a feature you guys will have in the future?? LOL)

@brians9072 Жыл бұрын

@@MeyTribe perfect explanation

@Kittldesign Жыл бұрын

@@MeyTribe Not if you just share a copy of your project. I'm not suggesting to publish it to the community. You have the ability to just share a copy of your project with another individual via a personal link. :)

@chetan7130 Жыл бұрын

Can I create another account on Zazzle without deleting first account?

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

May I ask why ?? You can have multiple shops with one account :)

@intermezzomusic Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your SELFLESS tutorials, tips, advice, ideas. GREAT HELP for many people.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them, and thanks for the complos :)

@gerinja Жыл бұрын

I want to ditch place it and buy subscription on kittl, I hear good things about kttl lately.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

I actually never used placeit for making designs, I thought it was too slow and limiting... Switching to Kittl will def feel like an upgrade for you if you've been designing with place it !

@marwasland5988 Жыл бұрын

can I use kittl for commercial purposes ??!!

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

That depends on what that commercial purpose is... I mean, I did mention you can sell designs from Kittl as printable and print on demand... so which kind of use are you asking about?

@annefresia2102 Жыл бұрын

The bells and whistles of Canva are distracting. I'm thinking that for me, Kittl is a better platform. I enjoy inserting my elements into the vintage looking templates and font manipulation is the hardest part for me so the easier it is, the more fun I'll have. I can't be bothered with all the licensing stuff either. Also, my first sale of my "new work" was of a kittl based design and I don't think I would have been able to do it without the help of the template (ask me in a year, I hope to outgrow the need for templates and start designing my own).

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Template work is still work, and it's great they have these templates to help beginners kick off their business! and a year from now??? naaaaa, I give you 6 months to create awesome designs that others will be using to help them get started LOL

@Saintly2 5 ай бұрын

We need Kittl & Canva to get married so we can have the best of both of these programs!!

@MissMolly3377 Жыл бұрын

I had no idea Canva had an AI generator. I will have to play with that later.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Yup, they do !! I covered their AI art generator along with 3 others in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/asVxaqme2b2tnpc.html sharing what you can actually do with their AI.

@valeriel.181 Жыл бұрын

I'll never pay for canva pro, a lot of their "pro" elements are in the public domain, just need to take time to search for them. I pay kittl each month, because they have features none other are provided.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

I've heard that as well ! I am using their Pro for the easy background removing ability, but other than that I'm mostly using Kittl myself (or procreate/CSP)

@av32801 Жыл бұрын

I like your rainbow 🌈 hair

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Thanks ! I'm int he stages of coloring again so it's all over the place LOL

@samantaluna3870 Жыл бұрын

I only wish Kittle would do a creators program like canva, so people could add to the element library and make some money.

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

They have that… for templates I never knew canva has that… to add to canva there’s a long acceptance prior (or so it was few years ago)

@michaelallman6598 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, those little Canva crowns can be a hassle

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

Totally.

@lonzomcdougaldjr674 Жыл бұрын

Not to mention kittl hasn’t been out long

@MeyTribe Жыл бұрын

They haven't, yet- even since this video was made they have added so many things to their platform, have made so many improvements, and keep on adding more !