Hippo
Hippo AI is an AI-based tool designed to assist in creating impressive design assets for both web and mobile application projects. This tool is a plugin for Fig...
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What is Hippo?
Hippo AI is a Figma Community plugin designed to create stunning, high-quality vector illustrations and web assets directly within Figma for web and mobile app projects. Unlike other AI plugins that produce random image styles or require complex prompt engineering, Hippo AI offers 22 handpicked illustration styles tailored specifically for web design, making it easy to use without needing to tweak lengthy prompts. The plugin generates vector illustrations right in Figma, eliminating the need for manual conversions or file format adjustments.
Key features include AI image generation with support for four models (DALL·E, Stable Diffusion, SDXL, and OpenJourney), with hundreds more models expected soon. The plugin also provides powerful AI-driven image editing tools including background removal, image upscaling, outpainting/zoom-out, and text removal. Users can create diverse visuals ranging from vector illustrations to photographic styles using curated AI models without switching applications.
Hippo AI is designed for designers, UX/UI professionals, web designers, and mobile app developers who use Figma and need quick access to custom illustrations and design assets. It automates repetitive tasks, allowing designers to focus on creativity and streamline their workflow. The plugin is built by the community for the community as a Figma Community Plugin, and users can join their Discord community to share feedback and ideas.
The seamless Figma integration allows users to generate and edit AI images without leaving their design environment. Beyond illustration generation, the editing capabilities let designers modify images directly within Hippo AI without additional software, making it a comprehensive solution for creating and refining visual assets during the design process.
Hippo pricing
Pricing model: Free
Hippo AI offers a Freemium Plan that allows users to use randomly generated prompts at no cost. The paid plan is $2 per month, which unlocks the ability to freely create vectors and images with any custom prompt of your choice. Both plans include access to the four supported AI models (DALL·E, Stable Diffusion, SDXL, OpenJourney) and imaging editing features like background removal, upscaling, outpainting, and text removal integrated within Figma.
Hippo pros
- Generates vector illustrations directly within Figma
- No prompt engineering required - 22 handpicked styles
- Styles tailored specifically for web design
- Supports 4 AI models: DALL·E, Stable Diffusion, SDXL, OpenJourney
- Hundreds more models coming soon
- Background removal feature included
- Image upscaling capability
- Outpainting/zoom-out functionality
- Text removal feature
- Edits images directly within Figma
- No need for additional software or plugins
- Eliminates manual vector conversion
- Creates both vector illustrations and photography
- Free tier with randomly generated prompts available
- Affordable paid plan at only $2 per month
- Seamless Figma Community plugin integration
- Active Discord community for feedback
- Automates repetitive design tasks
- Helps avoid creative blocks
- User-friendly interface
Hippo cons
- Free tier only offers randomly generated prompts
- Limited to 22 styles currently (though more coming)
- Only 4 AI models supported now
- $2/month required for custom prompt freedom
- Figma plugin only - not standalone software
- Model library expansion not yet complete
- May have generation limits on paid plan
- Discord community required for feedback
- No advanced prompt customization options
- Styles may not cover all design needs
Frequently asked questions about Hippo
What can I do with Hippo?
With Hippo, you can generate diverse visuals like vector illustrations and photography using handpicked styles within Figma. You can also edit images using AI transforms such as background removal, upscaling, and zoom-out, all within Figma without leaving your design environment.
What makes Hippo different from other AI plugins?
Hippo integrates directly into Figma for generating and editing vector illustrations and creative assets with handpicked styles tailored for web design. It eliminates the need for complex prompts or long tweaking processes, and offers powerful AI transforms like background removal and upscaling. Unlike other plugins that produce random styles, Hippo offers 22 curated styles specifically for web design.
Which generative AI models are supported by Hippo?
Hippo currently supports four models: DALL·E, Stable Diffusion, SDXL, and OpenJourney. The plugin promises to continuously expand its model library with hundreds of models expected to be added soon, offering even more options and possibilities to users.
Do I need to know how to write AI prompts to use Hippo?
No, prompt engineering is not required. Hippo offers 22 handpicked styles tailored for the web, simplifying the process and eliminating the need for complex prompts or long tweaking processes that other AI plugins require.
Can I edit images I already have with Hippo?
Yes, Hippo provides powerful AI-driven image editing tools that allow you to edit any image with AI. Features include background removal, image upscaling, outpainting/zoom-out, and text removal, all integrated within Figma without needing additional software.
Is Hippo a standalone application or does it require Figma?
Hippo is a Figma Community Plugin, meaning it is built by the community for the community and only works within Figma. It seamlessly integrates with the Figma design environment, allowing you to generate and edit AI images without leaving Figma.
What is included in the free tier of Hippo?
The Freemium Plan allows users to use randomly generated prompts at no cost. You can still access the four AI models and editing features, but you cannot freely create with custom prompts of your choice without upgrading to the paid plan.
How much does the paid plan cost and what does it add?
The paid plan costs $2 per month. This unlocks the ability to freely create vectors and images with any custom prompt you want, rather than being limited to randomly generated prompts. All other features including the AI models and editing tools remain available.
Can Hippo create both vector illustrations and regular images?
Yes, Hippo can generate diverse visuals ranging from vector illustrations to photographic styles. It creates vector illustrations directly within Figma, eliminating manual conversion, and can also produce photography-style images using the curated AI models.
How can I share feedback or connect with other Hippo users?
Hippo invites users to join their Discord community to share feedback and ideas. This fosters a sense of community and collaboration among users, and the plugin is built by the community for the community as a Figma Community Plugin.