FIGMA'S HIDDEN COSTS

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Figma's monetization hurts trust and defies product-led growth. Upgrading from free is confusing, with misleading formulas, hidden settings, and unclear pricing. It can auto-add seats without notice, doubling costs and penalizing collaboration—its key feature. Canva, by contrast, offers more straightforward pricing and a more collaboration-friendly setup.