Glyphs is a Mac-native font design application focused on elegant, efficient workflows. It supports variable fonts, complex scripts, kerning, and scripting via Python.
Why we recommend it
For Mac-based type designers, Glyphs offers the most refined font design workflow available. The interface prioritizes speed, and the type design community around it is active and generous.
Strengths
- The most approachable professional font editor
- Excellent variable font workflow
- Strong scripting and plugin ecosystem
Keep in mind
- Mac only
- Significant one-time cost
How much does Glyphs cost?
$299 – $899 one-time — One-time purchase.
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