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ColorMinis: 3D Painting Studio

ColorMinis: 3D Painting Studio

Miniatures, Characters & More

76 ratings
205 reviews
🎬 Entertainment
🎨 Graphics & Design
Free
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Released
December 15, 2016
Updated
November 2, 2026

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FRANCOIS GILBERT
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A 3D painting studio for miniatures, characters, and scenes. Offers a variety of brushes and a unique tri-color stroke for detailed coloring. Users can paint entire models or individual parts, with options for importing personal models and AI generation.

✓3D model painting
✓Variety of brushes
✓Tri-color stroke technology
✓Model and part painting scope
✓Import personal models
✓AI texture generation
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What users say about ColorMinis

Reviews of ColorMinis are mixed: the Graphics & Design app is rated 3.9/5 from 76 App Store ratings. What users like most: impressive 3D models and coloring options, variety of characters and designs. Top complaints: excessive paywalls and subscription requirements, frequent crashes and loading issues. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🎨Impressive 3D models and coloring options
  • 🎨Variety of characters and designs
  • 🎨Relaxing and creative experience
  • 🎨Detailed and high-quality graphics

Negative things

  • 🔒Excessive paywalls and subscription requirements
  • 🐛Frequent crashes and loading issues
  • 🔒Limited free content, most models locked behind paywall
  • 🐛Buggy and unreliable performance
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What's New in ColorMinis

29.1

November 2, 2026

Paint what you love in 3D — now with more creative freedom! This major ColorMinis update brings powerful new painting tools, a refreshed interface, and more ways to make every model your own. • 2 Free Models Every Day — Explore our gallery of 800+ models, with unlimited downloads for Premium subscribers. • Expressive New Brushes — Paint with adjustable-flow airbrushes, ridge-catching dry brushes, ink brushes that settle into crevices, stamps, and blending tools. • Model & Part Painting — Brush or fill an entire model, or focus on individual parts with precision. • Advanced Premium Tools — Create and manage custom Parts, apply masks and stickers, and experiment with new brush shapes and color controls. • Smarter Workspace — Expand or minimize tool panels for a cleaner, more comfortable painting experience. • Create Across Devices — Open compatible personal models shared from desktop using QR codes or CMINI files. And our signature tri-color painting still brings shade, base color, and highlights together in a single stroke. Thank you for creating with ColorMinis!

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ColorMinis Premium Yearly

Color with Premium Tools and Models 1 year

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Used to be good

Completely ruined the app. Ai is for lazy people who lack creativity and it was bum decision change your entire app to that.
AAspen300

Response from developer

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We understand your concern, and we agree that creativity should always come first. ColorMinis is still very much about hands-on 3D painting. AI generation is entirely optional, not a replacement for creating your own art. We've continued expanding our painting tools, brushes, masks, and model customization, along with free models to paint. We hope you'll give the latest version another look, and we'd love to hear which features from the original experience you miss most.

Well now nice!

When I saw the dev responded I didn't think it changed given as of August 13 I have just downloaded it & tried a bit saw u can free paint u need to hold the ipencil to the area to start like the flow of painting but u can free paint now, for that im giving it 4 stars im gonna use it for a week and see how things go then ill ether leave it 4 or up it.


From what I saw very nice improvement.

Little wary on the AI thing as that tends to make the cost of things go up from what I experienced with another app.
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JJadenfire

Response from developer

Thanks for giving ColorMinis another chance and taking the time to update your review! Your concern about AI costs is understandable. AI generation is entirely optional and uses separate credits, so you don't need it to enjoy the painting studio. We'd love to hear how things went after your week of testing and what you'd still like us to improve. Thanks again for the thoughtful feedback!

Didn’t work at all when downloaded, devs fixed

After they updated, a week later, the app works now. But they have a history of breaking it, and that is completely unacceptable. And it’s getting in the way of their own success.

The app itself is really nice, and I’m giving four stars to encourage the devs. Why not just make a solid app rather than trying to inject always online server side garbage that breaks it?
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BGBob Garrish

Response from developer

Can you let me know if it's still an issue for you? Please email support@colorminis.com so i can help

Used to be good

It used to be good, now you have to pay for everything
VVasantVogelSingh

Response from developer

Thanks for your feedback. We understand the frustration when an app you've enjoyed changes its pricing. We've made some important changes to the free experience since your review. You can now download **two free models every 24 hours** from our catalog and enjoy hands-on 3D painting without a subscription. Premium provides unlimited catalog downloads and additional features, while optional AI generation uses separate paid credits. We want ColorMinis to remain accessible to people who simply love painting, whether they choose to pay or not. We hope you'll give the latest version another try!

amazing airbrushing top new features!

Detailed models 360 view most amazing collection from anime to dungeons warriors i love it my favorite app for relaxing!
AAppsR4kids
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Constant crashing when trying to color models

Bug

Inability to load or access certain models

Bug

Purchased content and progress not saving properly

Bug

Slow and inconsistent loading times

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Requested Features

5 requests

More free character models and designs

Feature

Ability to save and export colored designs

Feature

Improved performance and stability

Feature

More customization options for characters

Feature

Ability to create and upload custom 3D models

Feature

FAQ

Does ColorMinis have ads?

No, ColorMinis does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional in-app purchases for premium features and content.

What subscription plans are available for ColorMinis?

ColorMinis offers a Premium Monthly subscription for $5.99 and a Premium Yearly subscription for $59.99, unlocking unlimited gallery downloads and advanced creative tools.

How often are new free models available in ColorMinis?

ColorMinis provides two free gallery models every day, allowing users to explore a rotating selection of characters, creatures, and scenes.

Can I use my own 3D models in ColorMinis?

Yes, you can import compatible personal models from the Mac or Windows version using CMINI files or QR codes. You can also generate paintable 3D models from text prompts or reference images.

What is the age rating for ColorMinis?

ColorMinis has an age rating of 17+, indicating it is intended for mature users. This is likely due to the complexity of some features or the nature of the content that can be created.

What devices does ColorMinis support?

ColorMinis is supported on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering a cross-platform experience for its users.

How does the tri-color painting feature in ColorMinis work?

ColorMinis' signature tri-color painting applies shade, base color, and highlight simultaneously in a single stroke. This feature adds depth to details like armor, fabric, and faces without requiring multiple layers.

What are the main drawbacks of ColorMinis according to user reviews?

User reviews mention excessive paywalls and subscription requirements, frequent crashes and loading issues, limited free content, and buggy performance as significant drawbacks.