The app is quite good but with poor interoperability
I really wanted to like this app. It's an affordable vector illustrator with a very efficient and intuitive interface. It even has a lineage going back to a nice open source offering. The only thing that is preventing me from liking and using this app is that it cannot really import SVG files. Every SVG file I tried, including ones generated by Inkpad itself, come through horribly distorted. Borders are all wrong, text sizes are out of control, and generally it would take hours to correct the mistakes in the imported image. That coupled with the fact that inkpad has its own format and stores its files in a hidden location means that you have no chance at meaningful interoperability with other editors. If you can commit to using Inkpad exclusively, this editor would be quite nice. However, I need to be able to import assets and edit files on my Mac as well. I simply cannot do that with Inkpad.
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Response from developer
I’m sorry to hear you are having trouble with SVG import and export. Inkpad has been tested with many example files and graphic design apps. Please get in touch so that we can figure out what is the cause of the issue.
Not free
Not free
Inkpad vector, focused, 3.3.16 works on OS26
Inkpad by Envoza v3.3.16 said to work on OS26. I haven’t tried as I’m still on 18.7. It’s a great vector illustration tool. Exports out to png, svg, svgz, pdf, and more. Handy imports png and pdf into Procreate app etc. Some keyboard shortcuts. Works offline. Unique menu but fun to use. The YouTube (4yrs ago) tutorials help. Best instruction are on its website. I chose the yearly subscription, because I enjoy using it, and I want them to continue.
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A good balance
I’ve used it for many years. It’s easy to use with a clean interface. It doesn’t have as many features as illustrator and I don’t really miss those ones anyway. Perfect app for personal projects. WELL worth the money.
A Solid Vector Art Application
I’m new to vector art (who’s mostly used Procreate) and I’ve been pretty pleased with this app (enough to become a paid subscriber). There’s a bit of a learning curve, and the interface can be a bit confusing (mostly when it comes to things like copying & pasting), but the tutorials have been adequate.
One major thing that I wish this app had was a comprehensive mirroring feature.
Currently, to accomplish a perfectly symmetrical object, you must create half of it, copy the half, flip the half, and align it with the original. Then there are issues resolving a gap that appears down the middle. This necessitates combining paths, and that creates overlapping issues, and so on. Also, you better be finished with the design before you manually mirror, because any changes will require a repetition of the process.
Another feature that I’d appreciate (if possible with vector art) would be the ability to enable/disable the outline on a per-section basis along with the ability to fade it at the ends.
Good app, though!
One major thing that I wish this app had was a comprehensive mirroring feature.
Currently, to accomplish a perfectly symmetrical object, you must create half of it, copy the half, flip the half, and align it with the original. Then there are issues resolving a gap that appears down the middle. This necessitates combining paths, and that creates overlapping issues, and so on. Also, you better be finished with the design before you manually mirror, because any changes will require a repetition of the process.
Another feature that I’d appreciate (if possible with vector art) would be the ability to enable/disable the outline on a per-section basis along with the ability to fade it at the ends.
Good app, though!
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Down with all subscriptions too much trouble too complicated for me
I don’t like subscriptions either give me a lifetime or don’t bother… Even if you might possibly have a blend tool…..
Bouncing menu not good
Been using this app since 2019 and not a fan of the new bouncing menu or pop up addition. When you click anything it kind of bounces up instead of just opening like normal. If there’s a way to turn this feature off, let me know!! Seems unnecessary.
Sneaky charge
Purchased the trial, took yearly subscription straight away. Very annoyed.
A wonderful splash screen to subscribe…
But nothing else. I’m not subscribing just to test. There’s too much competition in the field to subscribe and test. I don’t need to save, I don’t mind being kicked off after 10min, the only reason to set up forced subscribe is hoping people forget to cancel. I am a dev and believe in paying for software. But the user should decide if the app is worth paying for. this is just sleazy.
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Response from developer
Inkpad is free to try for 30 days. There is no charge and you can cancel the trial at any time in the 30 days.
Paid App now Subscription Only
I paid for this app previously to make diagrams for my dissertation. I recently needed to adapt these diagrams for a new project. I was surprised to find that the app was now subscription-only, and its function to “restore purchase” only gave me errors. I could not even download my old work without signing up for some form of subscription (at least there was a free month). Emails to the developer weeks ago have gone unanswered, so I can’t give this app any form of positive review.
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Response from developer
No emails have been received regarding your problem. Can you please try getting in touch again.
Works with 1st gen Apple pencil.
I just realized that i use Apple Pencil first gen with Inkpad by Envoza. I’ve always enjoyed using inkpad on the 10.5 inch i have and will continue use. In fact, it is ipdated to iPadOS 17.2.
Invaluable app
Love this app.
What the Actual F^#@$
I have been using the basic free version for years now.
I open it up and I can’t access any of my previous work…unless I subscribe…. To monthly billing…
So is this now RANSOME WARE???
For the love of common decency… pull your flaming heads out of your collective @$$e$ and play fair……
CHARLATANS!!!!!!!
I open it up and I can’t access any of my previous work…unless I subscribe…. To monthly billing…
So is this now RANSOME WARE???
For the love of common decency… pull your flaming heads out of your collective @$$e$ and play fair……
CHARLATANS!!!!!!!
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But is it no longer free?
I love this app but today it wants me to pay.
Inkpad by Envoza, love the improvements but…
Inkpad by Envoza, love the improvements but I would like to see your website made secure ( not http://)
…and also please explain on the appstore if the license is per account one device only, or can I use it on my ipad mini which i carry, but use it at home on my larger iPad?
Otherwise, I am pleased to see the improvements you have made since i last used it.
…and also please explain on the appstore if the license is per account one device only, or can I use it on my ipad mini which i carry, but use it at home on my larger iPad?
Otherwise, I am pleased to see the improvements you have made since i last used it.
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Long Time User Review
I have been using this app since day 1 when it was a freebie. I don't particularly like the subscription approach, but would prefer to buy it outright.
I think it is a great app, but a serious upgrade would be the ability to use folders to organize my drawings.
I think it is a great app, but a serious upgrade would be the ability to use folders to organize my drawings.
Used to be one time purchase long time user
Owned this and used from the beginning. Had made the one time purchase years ago.
Haven’t had a chance to use it in a while since switching to mostly Blender pipeline but thought could become part of the process again.
Excellent app for vector based drawing on iPad but now that you’re forced to go to the crappy monthly subscription model, it’s no longer worth it IMHO.
All access to previous drawings is now loss unless one signs up for at least a “free” trial month.
Sure, occasional cost for newer version upgrades is acceptable but not a forced monthly subscription.
I understand the reasoning behind it but I don’t care for the required subscription model.
Haven’t had a chance to use it in a while since switching to mostly Blender pipeline but thought could become part of the process again.
Excellent app for vector based drawing on iPad but now that you’re forced to go to the crappy monthly subscription model, it’s no longer worth it IMHO.
All access to previous drawings is now loss unless one signs up for at least a “free” trial month.
Sure, occasional cost for newer version upgrades is acceptable but not a forced monthly subscription.
I understand the reasoning behind it but I don’t care for the required subscription model.
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Very decent vector based graphics app
Very capable and intuitive app and the developer is responsive to requests or issues. You can create some impressive graphics with this.
Paid once Now I have to subscribe?
I bought this years ago for at least $10 - now I have to pay yearly to access it?
I’ve been using this app as long as it’s existed
I’ve paid for this app and have been using it for as long as it’s existed. But I go to get some art off the app today and I’m now locked out of all my work, and have to pay to get to it. Not only that but monthly.
Response from developer
Hi, this has now been resolved, please update to Inkpad 3.3.9 or higher.
