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Astute Graphics
Experiences & Reviews
Astute Graphics produces plugins and extensions for Adobe Illustrator that add vector-editing features, precision controls and workflow automation. The tools are aimed at designers, illustrators and production artists and are typically distributed with documentation, support and licence options.
Overview & Key Metrics
Positive Sentiment
95%
Latest Review
21d
Overall Rating
4.8
Our Analysis
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Service quality
Reviewers frequently praise support responsiveness and account handling; subscription renewals and direct developer involvement are noted positively.
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Strong
6%
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Value for money
Many users report the subscription delivers time savings and ongoing improvements; a minority raise licensing coverage or licence‑scope concerns.
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Mixed
5%
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User experience
Users describe streamlined workflows, easy installation and intuitive tools; a small number report login/auth friction and unwanted in‑app behaviour.
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Strong
27%
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Product quality
Plugins are regularly described as feature‑rich and reliable, with specific tools (e.g. Phantasm, MirrorMe, SVG file‑size reduction) cited by reviewers.
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Strong
27%
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Communication
Documentation and direct contact with developers are highlighted positively; reviewers point to improved online docs and helpful replies.
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Strong
3%
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Overall experience
Most reviewers report a strongly positive overall experience and notable workflow gains, though isolated complaints mention authentication and licence issues.
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Strong
32%
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Featured Customer Experiences
Representative examples from 21 verified reviews (October 2022 – September 2025).
I'm not sure what impresses me the most....
"Now that I'm back on some heavy graphics projects, I thought I should contribute a review of the Astute Graphics plugins. I'm not sure what impresses..."
Ashtangakasha
Trustpilot
Sep 30, 2025
Featured for: detailed praise for support and docs
Plugin is ok...
"Plugin is useful, all the other crap is annoying. The login/auth system is regularly problematic. Does not ne..."
Scott Hill
Trustpilot
Sep 30, 2025
Featured for: complains about login/auth and ads
Astute Graphics Plugins: A Time-Saving Solution for Unique Vector Creations
"Astute Graphics plugins are worth every penny... tenfold! The efficiency these tools bring to my workflow, with everything at my fingertips, saves cou..."
Amy Beth Menendez
Trustpilot
Sep 30, 2025
Featured for: states subscription value and efficiency
Astounding Tools from Astute Graphics
"I recently discovered Astute Graphics, a company that offers creative plugins for Adobe Illustrator. I was intrigued by the idea of time-saving tools that could enhance my designs and decided to give them a try. From the start, I was impressed with the quality of their products. The Phantasm plugin for live color control allowed me to quickly adjust colors on the fly, without having to constantly switch between menus or panels. This saved me countless hours and made it easier than ever before to fine-tune my artwork. Another standout tool was MirrorMe, which instantly creates symmetrical shapes with just a few clicks. This feature is particularly useful in creating complex patterns and designs where symmetry is key. In addition to these powerful tools, I also appreciated how user-friendly Astute Graphics' software is. The installation process was simple and straightforward, as were the product interfaces themselves. Overall, my experience with Astute Graphics has been fantastic so far. Their plugins have added an entirely new level of precision and creativity to my work while saving me valuable time in the process."
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Collected.reviews
Oct 07, 2022
Featured for: mentions Phantasm and MirrorMe plugins
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Sources: Trustpilot (20) · Collected.reviews (1) · Quotes shortened · As of: September 2025
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Bluebrad
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Best illustrator plugin i know of.
This has been my go to plugin for illustrator. many style add-ons and tools to fix vectors quickly. Mainly use...
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Kelly V.
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Great service and support!
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Michael Thomas
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Love the reduce file size function
Love the reduce file size function. We use SVGs and ne...
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c wilby
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
1 - 2 - 3!
It couldn’t have...
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Laxman KC
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Great plugging
I am great full for well deserved tools w...
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Jesse Barney
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
I love your tools
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Scott Hill
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Plugin is ok...
Plugin is useful, all the other crap is annoying. The login/auth system is regularly problematic. Does not ne...
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Maria Cruse
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Makes everything easier!
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Vladimir
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
I am extremely satisfied
I am extremely satisfied. It's a tool that I can't imagine working without an...
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Ashtangakasha
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
I'm not sure what impresses me the most....
Now that I'm back on some heavy graphics projects, I thought I should contribute a review of the Astute Graphics plugins. I'm not sure what impresses...
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Herman van Boeijen
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Illustrator is just ill without AG.
Illustrator is just.. ill.. without the AG tools. I know of no other graphics design company that is as much on the pulse of what Graphics professiona...
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Amy Beth Menendez
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Astute Graphics Plugins: A Time-Saving Solution for Unique Vector Creations
Astute Graphics plugins are worth every penny... tenfold! The efficiency these tools bring to my workflow, with everything at my fingertips, saves cou...
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René Andritsch
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Very dedicated Plugin-Developer with a focus on their customers
Astute Graphics makes plugins for Adobe Illustrator and once you used them you wonder how you could work without them. Their plugins bring...
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sd
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Clever Timesavers for Illustrator
Excellent Tools...
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Tom Webb
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Worth the price of admission.
My annual subscription renewed without hassle. Appreciate the fact that this set of...
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DhafirPhoto
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Wonderful!
Designing book layouts, b...
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Bogdan Bogdan
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Too good...
After 3 years of using Astute Graphics plugins, I can't co...
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Alison Schantz
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
I love the tools Astute Graphics…
I love the tools Astute Graphics provides. It is much quicker to create graphics and clean up...
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Ivan Doganov
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Great tools for creativity and a huge…
Great tools for creativit...
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Mansur Makhmudov
trustpilot.com
Sep 30, 2025
Astute Graphics tools will save you a…
Astute Graphics tools will save you a LOT of time. When you give them...
Conclusion
Reviewers consistently highlight strong, time‑saving plugin functionality and improved Illustrator workflows, citing specific tools and file‑size features. Support and documentation receive repeated positive mentions, and subscription renewals are described as straightforward by some users. A minority report problems with login/authentication, in‑app ads and would prefer broader licence coverage across Adobe installations. If you are considering Astute Graphics, try the plugins and review licence and authentication details first to ensure they match your workflow and installation needs.