# Doodle Dandy

> Intuitive digital art creation tool for generating elegant, shareable artwork. (iPhone/iPad app by Nicholas Williams.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-dandy/id421080244 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nicholas Williams](https://appshunter.io/developer/421080247)
- Category: Entertainment, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 69 App Store ratings · 83 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-02-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-dandy/id421080244/reviews.md

## What is Doodle Dandy?

Doodle Dandy is addictive like a game -- but creative, personal, and productive.

Games are fun -- but when it's all over, what do you have to show for all your time and effort?  A score?  Who cares?

Art is fun -- but creating something truly beautiful on a touchscreen isn't easy.  UNTIL NOW.

Doodle Dandy gives you the power to create elegant, eye-catching artwork, at your fingertips -- no talent required.  It's challenging and engaging like a game, but when you're done, you have an original work of art to share and enjoy.

No more lame doodles! Fun for all ages!

Doodle Dandy provides a handful of simple tools which ensure success in every doodle:
- Rotationally-symmetric input ensures balance and elegance
- Color palette designed for range and consistency
- Multiple discrete brush sizes
- Transparency tool works in real-time, anytime
- Unlimited "undo" and "redo"
- Save creations for later viewing, to use as custom wallpaper, or for sharing with friends
- Works on Mac

Learn in seconds, master over time.

Amaze yourself as you create visual poetry in motion.

Amaze others with stunning, original gifts.

Find satisfaction and joy in the process of creation, with Doodle Dandy.

## Key features

- Rotationally-symmetric input for balanced designs
- Real-time transparency tool
- Multiple brush sizes
- Unlimited undo/redo
- Save and share creations
- Customizable wallpaper

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Doodle Dandy - No Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 83)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-dandy/id421080244/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very useful and fun

*2020-11-30*

The only thing I’d like to see added is the ability to draw over an already existing picture.

### 1/5 — Love it but save to photos no longer working

*2019-02-23*

I hope the developers have not abandoned this lovely easy to use app. I use it a lot in my classes for art on the iPad but now the images will no longer save to Photos. Please fix!

**Developer response:** I'm sorry for the inconvenience, and I'll do whatever I can to help! Can you please try the following, and let me know if it helps? (1) Go to Settings > Doodle Dandy. (2) Tap on "Photos". (3) Choose "Add Photos Only". Please let me know if that solves the issue for you.

### 5/5 — Doo

*2019-01-28, version 1.3.4*

I lOVE it SO FUN you should play it

### 4/5 — So....it’s very cool, but...

*2019-01-26*

Nice. Really. But the save pic feature doesn’t work. Otherwise, it would have gotten 5 stars.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the review! I'm sorry that you aren't able to save your doodles. Can you try something for me?

Go to Settings > Doodle Dandy.

There should be a place for you to grant Doodle Dandy permission to access your Photos. Make sure it shows "Add Photos Only." If not, please choose that setting.

Does that help? If not, please send me an email at doodledandyios@gmail.com. Thanks!

### 4/5 — Pretty fun!

*2018-12-29*

This app is pretty fun to play with. It was recommended in a Quilting Arts Gifts magazine from 2013. Even though it won’t save to Photos anymore, you can still capture the image.  There are no instructions or settings so I can’t figure out how to change the background color. But it’s still fun!

**Developer response:** Sorry for the inconvenience! Can you please try the following, and let me know if it helps? (1) Go to Settings > Doodle Dandy. (2) Tap on "Photos". (3) Choose "Add Photos Only". Please let me know if that solves the issue for you.

### 5/5 — Delightful!

*2018-11-15*

This is really wonderful, however, there is a problem saving my creations.  Please fix and I will give 5 stars. ❤️

**Developer response:** Sorry for the inconvenience! Can you please try the following, and let me know if it helps? (1) Go to Settings > Doodle Dandy. (2) Tap on "Photos". (3) Choose "Add Photos Only". Please let me know if that solves the issue for you.

### 5/5 — I rarely write reviews. This app deserves 10 stars. It’s fun, creative and addicting.

*2018-10-30*

Thank you!

### 5/5 — Puts a smile on your face

*2018-08-07*

There must be something about the doodles that pleases the happy center of the mind. Instantly satisfying and enjoyable. It puts a smile on your face!

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2018-05-28, version 1.3.4*

I am a crafty girl and I think it is the best art game you could get.
I love how you can make your one creations and make more than one at a time 🌷

### 5/5 — You’ll love this app....

*2018-04-29, version 1.3.4*

If you love to doodle.

## Frequently asked questions about Doodle Dandy

### What is Doodle Dandy?

Doodle Dandy is a creative application designed to help users produce elegant and eye-catching artwork with ease. It offers a game-like experience that is both challenging and engaging, allowing anyone to create original pieces of art to share or use as custom wallpaper.

### What are the key features of Doodle Dandy?

Key features include rotationally-symmetric input for balanced designs, a carefully curated color palette, multiple brush sizes, a real-time transparency tool, unlimited undo/redo functionality, and the ability to save creations for later viewing, sharing, or use as custom wallpaper.

### Is Doodle Dandy free to use?

The application is free to download and use. While the description doesn't explicitly detail in-app purchases, the monetization model is listed as 'free with in-app purchases', suggesting optional content or features may be available for purchase within the app.

### What devices is Doodle Dandy compatible with?

The description explicitly states that Doodle Dandy 'Works on Mac'. Compatibility with other operating systems or devices is not mentioned.

### Who is Doodle Dandy for?

This app is designed for anyone, regardless of age or artistic talent, who wants to create beautiful digital art. It's ideal for those seeking a fun, productive, and satisfying creative outlet that produces shareable results.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 13.0.2 — 2026-08-17

Improves the Doodle Dandy Pro and Settings layout and purchase availability feedback.

### 13.0.1 — 2026-08-11

Improves Doodle Dandy Pro purchase and restore reliability and drawing performance.

### 13.0.0 — 2026-07-27

Adds privacy choices for ads and an optional Doodle Dandy Pro purchase to remove ads.

### 2.0.1 — 2024-02-26

- Works with all aspect ratios and screen sizes
- A much wider color palette
- Support for unlimited "redo"
- Support for resizing window on MacOS

### 2.0.0 — 2024-02-15

- (Finally!) works with all aspect ratios and screen sizes
- (Finally!) lets you choose from a much wider color palette
- Added support for unlimited "redo"

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All apps by Nicholas Williams: https://appshunter.io/developer/421080247

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