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# Sketchboard

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> Sketchboard is a virtual whiteboard software designed to help remote teams share ideas, collect feedback and visually collaborate on a digital workspace. Key features include project planning, visual workflow management, idea management, diagramming, templates and presentation tools.


Teams using Sketchboard can create public boards and share them with team members via a board link. Anonymous boards can be accessed and edited by anyone and can be converted into a team public board when a user logs in and claims board ownership. Additionally, the application offers different roles for each person within their team, such as primary team member, team admin, team member and read-only team member.


Sketchboard provides commenting, map view, zoom in/out, shapes, hand tool, freehand drawing and remote presentation. It is available on both monthly and annual subscriptions and support is extended via documentation and FAQs.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.0/5** by 2 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.0/5** | 2 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Sketchboard
- **Founded**: 2013

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$6.41
- **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Sketchboard is offered across three pricing plans, outlined below. 
Solo: $8 per month per user, billed monthly or $7 per month per user, billed annually
Team: $16 per month for 3 users, billed monthly or $14 per month for 3 users, billed annually
Enterprise: $49 per month for 5 users, billed monthly or $45 per month for 5 users, billed annually
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
- **Available Countries**: Finland

## Features

- API
- Brainstorming
- Collaboration Tools
- Commenting/Notes
- Communication Management
- Content Management
- Customisable Branding
- Data Import/Export
- Diagramming
- Discussions/Forums
- Drag & Drop
- Flowchart
- Idea Management
- Ideation
- Mind Maps
- Presentation Tools
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Projections
- Real Time Editing

## Integrations (3 total)

- GitHub
- Google Drive
- Slack

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Chat

## Category

- [Innovation Management Tools](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4164/innovation/software)

## Related Categories

- [Innovation Management Tools](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4164/innovation/software)
- [Collaboration Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4138/collaboration/software)
- [Idea Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4500/idea-management/software)
- [Whiteboard Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4597/whiteboard/software)
- [Mind Mapping Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4305/mind-mapping/software)

## Alternatives

1. [Aha\!](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/24611/aha) — 4.7/5 (561 reviews)
2. [Miro](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/169786/miro) — 4.7/5 (1680 reviews)
3. [Collaboard](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/418626/collaboard) — 4.6/5 (74 reviews)
4. [Figma](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/311091/figma) — 4.7/5 (856 reviews)
5. [Lucidspark](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/183121/lucidspark) — 4.7/5 (383 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Creativity and Collaboration on the Virtual Canvas" — 4.0/5

> **Verified Reviewer** | *27 July 2023* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I appreciate the real-time collaboration capabilities of Sketchboard. This feature fosters effective communication and collaboration among team members, allowing them to work together on projects regardless of their geographical locations. The flexibility of creating different types of diagrams, sketches, and visualizations provides users with ample options to express their ideas. Whether it's a simple sketch or a complex decision chain, Sketchboard accommodates various project requirements.
> 
> **Cons**: Compatibility with various file formats and collaborative tools can significantly impact its usability and versatility.Although not explicitly mentioned, as a reviewer, I would be interested in knowing about Sketchboard's accessibility and performance on mobile devices. Ensuring a smooth experience on smartphones and tablets is crucial for teams that are often on the go.
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> Enjoyed the flexibility that Sketchboard offers when creating diagrams and sketches. The lack of usual constraints was liberating, allowing me to experiment freely and visualize complex concepts with ease. Whether I needed to map out a dependency chain or simply jot down quick ideas, the tool catered to my needs exceptionally well.

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### "Take notes easily and collaborate with your team" — 4.0/5

> **Verified Reviewer** | *8 August 2020* | Publishing | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Sketchboard.io is an easy drag and drop editor for brainstorming, taking notes, and creating simple mind maps. It's very simple to use, and it's fun.
The right sidebar provides icons I can move on my board to create my graphic flow. With the Hand Tool I can move the board around to focus on a part where I need to add other sketches to develop my ideas.
I can use my boards to create tutorials or share them on my blog and social media.
It's a simple tool for making a simple work.
> 
> **Cons**: The only cons with this kind of digital product is price. $7/month for a single user, and $14/month for Team, I think are an expensive investment, taking into account that there are similar products free or at a lower price.
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> It helps me mapping my blog plan.

## Links

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