# Engraver handmade etching — The world of engraving art

> App to create hand-drawn engraving art from photos. (iPhone/iPad app by Maxim Chernousov.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/engraver-handmade-etching/id1257093708 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Maxim Chernousov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1129911489)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: $2.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 65 App Store ratings · 30 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 52 MB
- Languages: American English, Korean, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2017-07-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/engraver-handmade-etching/id1257093708/reviews.md

## What is Engraver handmade etching?

This app is so much fun to play with, but it's much more than a toy. With it, you can create images resembling the hand-made works of a true master who spent painstaking hours over a work of art.

The Engraver app lets you turn any picture into an impressive old-style engraving that looks hand-drawn. A powerful, extremely qualitative engine and carefully selected presets of parameters let you choose a wide variety of engraving effects without any extra effort or special knowledge. 

Features:
- The power and productivity of AlphaPlugins EngraverIII pro tool.
- The best sets of parameters, specially chosen for you.
- Elegant and easy-to use intuitive interface. 
- 20 years of image processing experience in your hands. Just enjoy with creating!

## Key features

- Create hand-drawn engraving effects
- Turn any picture into an engraving
- Powerful image processing engine
- Curated parameter presets
- Intuitive interface

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $2.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Engraver Advanced Set | $0.99 | one-time |
| Engraver Profiled Set | $0.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #199 in Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 30)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/engraver-handmade-etching/id1257093708/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Thanks for the updates

*2025-03-06*

Please keep adding many more features and contents in the future. And thanks for this beautiful application. 

With Kindest Regards-BR

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2025-03-03*

Just the app for my laser etching needs! Crisp and attractive every time. Thanks!

### 5/5 — It’s an awesome app

*2024-10-10*

I love it so much quick and easy plugin like effect to get engraved look, mix with procreate and you’ll have a fun and powerful tool. I Hope you keep it alive !

### 5/5 — Excellent tool!

*2023-11-01*

Thank you very much!

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2023-07-12*

So proud of the results with my art. You all add another beautiful life to my babies. Thanks

### 5/5 — Bug on ios16

*2022-11-25*

Not sure if this was present before, but frequently I have an issue where if I apply a filter, the previous filter selection is applied instead. I have to dismiss the I correct preview and then reapply, and then it presents the correct image. 

Other than that, good value for the money for sure.

### 5/5 — Suuuuperb app

*2022-06-08*

I use this app professionally. Easy interface. Many options. Hi-res output. Wish it had manual/custom setting tweak-ability but that’s not a negative. Still a great product!

### 2/5 — It’s ok

*2022-02-08*

Too bad you can’t change the size of the effect or the opacity, that would make the app complete. I’ll stick to my Photoshop action. Hope the developer will add these much needed options.

### 5/5 — Easily one of the best apps for iPad

*2021-11-04*

Engraver crushes every photoshop add-on that emulates these effects. It’s fast, the range of looks is broad and it’s easy to use. 

If I could add anything, I’d ask for more export options for vector minded folks. A “settings shuffle” feature would also be welcome. I find myself spending more time with apps that have that option for chaos and mistakes that exceed the intent of the original image.

One of my top 5 all time favorite useful apps.

### 1/5 — Дичь какая-то

*2020-07-05, version 1.1.5*

Бесплатная часть состоит из каких-то диких шаблонов гравюр, с помощью которых из фото получается какая-то ерунда. Вообще даже примерно ничего не понравилось. Шлак какой-то

## Frequently asked questions about Engraver handmade etching

### What does the Engraver handmade etching app do?

This app allows you to transform any photograph into an impressive old-style engraving that mimics the look of a hand-drawn piece of art. It utilizes a powerful engine and carefully selected presets to achieve these effects without requiring special knowledge.

### What are the key features of this engraving app?

Key features include the ability to turn any picture into a hand-drawn engraving, a powerful and qualitative processing engine, and a selection of curated parameter presets. It also boasts an elegant and intuitive interface, drawing on 20 years of image processing experience.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This means you can enjoy the basic functionality for free, with the option to purchase additional features or content if desired.

### Who is this app designed for?

This app is designed for anyone who enjoys creating artistic images and wants to achieve the look of a masterfully hand-engraved piece. It's suitable for hobbyists and those looking for a fun yet powerful tool to enhance their photos.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.8 — 2026-08-11

Adopted for iOS26

### 1.1.7 — 2025-03-04

Supports new versions of iOS

### 1.1.6 — 2021-12-18

- New version is adopted for iOS15

### 1.1.5 — 2020-05-22

- Full adapted to iOS13.5

### 1.1.4 — 2020-05-08

App has been adopted to newest iOS13 and iPhone11 requests

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