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Principle

by Principle

Animated and interactive UI design for Mac.

Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
Principle
Pricing
One-time — From $129 once
Free tier
Free trial (14 days)
Platforms
Mac
Best for
Motion Designers, Ux Pros
Editor rating
4.3 / 5
Founded
2015
Headquarters
USA

What is Principle?

Principle is a ui ux design tool from Principle. Principle is a macOS app for designing animated and interactive user interfaces, popular for micro-interactions and motion design.

Principle uses one-time pricing with a 14-day free trial. From $129 once.

It's best suited to motion-designers, ux-pros and runs on Mac.

Standout strengths include smooth motion design, one-time purchase, sketch and figma import. Worth weighing: mac only, niche feature set.

Principle pricing

License
$129 once
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Pros

  • Smooth motion design
  • One-time purchase
  • Sketch and Figma import

Cons

  • Mac only
  • Niche feature set

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Frequently asked questions

What is Principle?

Principle is a macOS app for designing animated and interactive user interfaces, popular for micro-interactions and motion design.

How much does Principle cost?

Principle is one-time-priced. Paid plans start at $129 once.

Does Principle have a free trial?

Yes — Principle offers a 14-day free trial.

What platforms does Principle support?

Principle is available on Mac.