# Brushes XP

> Freehand drawing app with custom brushes, layers, and drawing process recording. (iPhone/iPad app by Nikolay Denislamov.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brushes-xp/id866047421 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nikolay Denislamov](https://appshunter.io/developer/505796639)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 25 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.1 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-04-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brushes-xp/id866047421/reviews.md

## What is Brushes XP?

"Brushes XP" is a powerful and easy-to-use freehand drawing application which can save the process of your drawing as a movie file.

"Brushes XP" features painting with colors and custom brushes, using layers, images import and export, and it can save the replay of your drawing process as a movie file (see the demo movie).

"Brushes XP" is a direct successor of the legendary "Brushes 3" project. "Brushes XP" offers features which are missing in original "Brushes 3": it can record the replay of drawing process as a movie, it allows to copy/paste layers with transparency and has other enhancements.

Screenshots are demonstrating artwork of artist Maria Grazzia (Kq) Calderón.

## Key features

- Freehand drawing
- Custom brushes
- Layer support
- Image import/export
- Drawing process recording
- Copy/paste layers with transparency

## Recent user reviews (10 of 25)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brushes-xp/id866047421/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Good but won’t export to photos

*2025-11-14*

I made my drawing and wanted to export it as video - it looks like it works but no video shows up in photos. Too bad, that’s what I need the app to do.

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2025-03-26*

THE best drawing app there is, now used since it’s beginning over a decade ago. Brushes XP is based on the original Brushes app.

### 5/5 — The best drawing app there is.

*2024-05-14, version 1.7*

Simple and powerful. Brushes XP is based on the original Brushes app. THE best drawing app there is, now used since it’s beginning over a decade ago.

### 5/5 — The best drawing app there is.

*2020-04-08*

The best drawing app there is.

### 5/5 — Nice App

*2018-11-17*

Wonderful App for drawing. Nice and easy.

### 5/5 — Smudge Tool

*2018-06-13*

Although this is by far my absolute favorite drawing app out there, my only complaint is the fact that there is not a blending/smudging tool. If it could be added to the app possibly next to the eraser icon then the app in my opinion would be PERFECT!

### 1/5 — Lost drawings

*2018-05-22*

I have an old version of brushes which no longer updates. How do I retrieve my drawings?! I have bought the new app. Help!

**Developer response:** Please visit Support forum to get support. Old version of Brushes which no longer updates is another software and belongs to other developer.

### 2/5 — Color issue

*2018-05-22*

I can’t maintain a color while drawing the brush keeps changing whenever I hit the white paper with my pen from black to white.
Not good

**Developer response:** Please visit Support forum to get support.

### 5/5 — スマホで絵を描くならこれ！

*2018-01-17*

ぼかしのブラシはもっと細かくぼかせて描ける方がいいと思いますが、 自分的に絵を描くスマホアプリの中ではとても使いやすいです！

### 5/5 — Basic but good

*2018-01-17*

I like the GUI which is very intuitive and allows very good results with a little bit of practice.

## Frequently asked questions about Brushes XP

### What is Brushes XP?

Brushes XP is a freehand drawing application that allows users to paint with colors and custom brushes, utilize layers, and import/export images. It can also save the drawing process as a movie file.

### What are the key features of Brushes XP?

Key features include painting with custom brushes, using layers, importing and exporting images, and recording the drawing process as a movie. It also supports copying and pasting layers with transparency.

### Is Brushes XP free to use?

No, Brushes XP is a paid application. It is available for purchase at $4.99.

### What devices is Brushes XP compatible with?

Brushes XP is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Brushes XP updated?

The latest version, 1.7, was released on October 4, 2022. The app was initially released on April 29, 2014.

### What is the age rating for Brushes XP?

Brushes XP has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### What is the user sentiment for Brushes XP based on ratings?

Brushes XP has a rating of 4.0 stars from 3 ratings, indicating generally positive user feedback.

### Can I collaborate with others using Brushes XP?

The provided information does not mention collaboration features. Brushes XP focuses on individual freehand drawing and process recording.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7 — 2022-10-04

Interface bug fixes.

### 1.6 — 2021-06-11

Application is updated to comply with App Store requirements.
Dropbox support is removed.

### 1.5 — 2017-01-27

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Minor bug fixes in video export.

### 1.4 — 2015-12-19

Export to Dropbox is fixed.

### 1.3 — 2015-12-10

Enhancements:
- maximum canvas size is increased to 4096 x 4096 pixels;
- iPad Pro, iPhone 6 and iPhone 6+ canvas presets are added.

Changes:
- application icon is changed;
- exported video speed is set to 25 fps.

Bug fixes:
- "black squares" drawing bug in iOS 8 and 9 is fixed.

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