# PainterAR: AR Trace Drawing — Sketch & Draw: Paper Lessons

> AR drawing app for sketching, inking, coloring, and learning digital art. (iPhone/iPad app by Painter AR Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/painterar-ar-trace-drawing/id1491111657 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Painter AR Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896290460)
- Category: Graphics & Design, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 662 App Store ratings · 78 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 186 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), American English, French (France), Russian, European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2019-12-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/painterar-ar-trace-drawing/id1491111657/reviews.md

## What is PainterAR?

Experience the ultimate "Paper-to-Digital" creative companion.

Unlike simple tracing apps, PainterAR creates a complete loop from "Paper Sketch" to "Digital Art". Whether you are a beginner building confidence or a comic enthusiast pursuing professional results, you will find the perfect solution here.

【KEY FEATURES】

1. AR Drawing: Perfect Proportions
Technology makes observation intuitive.

• Stand Mode:
Stable projection with zero latency. The ideal way for beginners to master hand-eye coordination.

• Advanced AR Anchor Mode:
Lock your virtual art to the paper by snapping a custom anchor (e.g., a doodle or card). Move your phone freely to check details without drift—ideal for easels or detailed desk work.

• Smart Plane Detection:
Instantly detects surfaces without markers. Start creating anywhere, anytime.

2. Digital Inking & Coloring
Classic digital art workflow made easy.

• Import & Inking:
One-tap import of pencil sketches as a reference layer.

• Pro Brush Library:
30+ selected brushes (pencils, ink pens, markers, etc.) for any style.

3. Infinite Layers System
Modify without fear.

• Professional Layering:
Manage line art, base colors, and shadows on separate layers to keep even complex works organized.

• Non-Destructive Workflow:
Change color schemes anytime without ruining your original line art.

4. Curated Inspiration Library
Quality over quantity.

• Exclusive Originals:
Explore themes from "Fantasy Props" to "Cat Girl" and "Mystic Elf Theatre".

• Progressive Courses:
From beginner "Playful Shape Friends" to advanced "Fan Art". Every lesson blends storytelling with skills, helping you create stylish art immediately.

【WHO IS IT FOR?】

• Comic Fans: Master the "Sketch -> Import -> Color" workflow.
• Beginners: Use AR to fix proportions and build confidence.
• Pros: Visual aid for anatomy and perspective.

【AWARDS】

▶ Microsoft “Imagine Cup” – Top 3
▶ 13th “Challenge Cup” – 1st Place
▶ 2nd “Internet+” Innovation Competition – 1st Place
▶ 4th College Innovation Competition – 1st Place

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Terms of Use: http://mm4d.com/Terms.aspx

Download PainterAR now. Turn your sketchbook into a digital studio!

Contact: support@painterar.com

## Key features

- AR drawing with stable projection
- Advanced AR anchor mode for free movement
- Smart plane detection for instant surface recognition
- Import sketches for digital inking
- 30+ professional brushes
- Infinite layers system for complex edits
- Curated inspiration library and courses

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PainterAR PRO | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| PainterAR-PRO | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| First 3-Day Free | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| First 3-Day Free | $39.99 | per year |
| Special Offer | $29.99 | per year |
| Painter PRO | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| PainterAR-PRO | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Year | $29.99 | per year |
| PainterAR-PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| PainterAR-PRO | $9.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PainterAR PRO | $79.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of PainterAR?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🎨 Helpful for drawing and improving art skills
- ⏱️ Saves time in the drawing process
- 📚 Provides useful tutorials and guides

**Cons**

- 💰 Overly restrictive free trial and paywall for full features
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs that disrupt the drawing process
- 🔍 Difficult to use own photos without paying
- 🤖 AR mode is not very responsive or accurate

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently during use
- Issues with loading own photos and images
- AR mode is unreliable and hard to control

**Most requested features**

- Add more free drawing options and templates
- Improve the ability to use own photos and images
- Provide better instructions and tutorials for new users
- Fix crashes and stability issues

## Recent user reviews (10 of 78)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/painterar-ar-trace-drawing/id1491111657/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Ok

*2026-08-02*

Ok

**Developer response:** 感谢支持!PainterAR 陪你从AR 临摹开始,也支持导入纸上作品,继续修改、上色和完善。

### 1/5 — 关于钱

*2026-02-27*

只有一小部分不要钱大部分都是要钱学生党大部分都付不起

**Developer response:** 感谢您的反馈。学生党的难处我们懂，团队自己就是大学生过来的。

所以我们做了一个决定：不采用频繁广告和常见的3天试用模式，直接给7天免费试用。所有高级功能全开，让你有足够时间慢慢体验。试用期内随时取消不扣钱，没负担。

感谢您的直言，期待您的体验。

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2026-01-07, version 8.11.1*

Terrible

### 1/5 — Heelpppppppppppp

*2025-11-09, version 8.9.5*

EVERYTHING IS VIP HOW IM I EVEN SUPPOSED TO DRAW I USED OThER APPs AND they GiVE PEOPlE A CHANCe IM NOT EVEN IN HIgH sChOol HOW IM I SUPpOSt To draw NOT TO BE rUDE

### 1/5 — Used to be able to get a photo and trace freely but now a free trial?

*2025-09-20, version 8.8.3*

Back in 2024 april i used to be able to get the picture i wanted to trace and freely just trace it, but after i deleted it for space, everything changed to free trial now, you should change atleast a few things back so you can get it freely like the photo to line trace, it was fine in april 2024.

### 1/5 — DO NOT DOWNLOAD!

*2025-03-09, version 8.0*

This app is nice, not gonna lie, but, first of all, with lessons there is only ONE free option in each. CATEGORY. secondly, I downloaded this app for ONE reason. To trace my own photos! I saw it on an add and have been CRAVING it, but turns out ITS NOT FREE. THIS app is a waste of space and you should not download it. Ever.

### 5/5 — art

*2025-03-06, version 8.0*

i love this appp ! i draw stuff for my family they love my drawing

### 1/5 — Predatory

*2025-01-02, version 7.1.1*

I have never had an app try and force purchases on me quite like this app. You don’t even get to try it without them slamming you over the head over and over with redirects to their subscription. Couldn’t even tell you if the features are worth it because every three seconds BAM redirected to purchase a subscription. Honestly pathetic. Do better. Deleted

### 5/5 — Hhjhjgkyig

*2024-11-29, version 6.11*

Kohl

### 3/5 — Unable to trial due to subscription paywall

*2024-11-10, version 6.10*

Review based on less than transparent pricing policy. It’s not even clear that the app is subscription based prior to download.

## Frequently asked questions about PainterAR

### What does PainterAR do?

PainterAR transforms your physical sketches into digital art using augmented reality. It allows you to project your drawing onto a surface and trace it digitally, offering tools for inking, coloring, and advanced layering.

### What are the key features of PainterAR?

Key features include AR drawing with stable projection and advanced anchor modes, smart plane detection, digital inking with a pro brush library, an infinite layers system for non-destructive editing, and a curated inspiration library with courses.

### Is PainterAR free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering in-app purchases for additional features or content. This allows users to explore the core functionality before committing to any purchases.

### Who is PainterAR designed for?

It's ideal for comic fans who want to master the sketch-to-color workflow, beginners looking to build confidence with AR assistance for proportions, and professionals needing a visual aid for anatomy and perspective.

### How does the AR drawing feature work?

The app uses your phone's camera to project your digital art onto a real-world surface. You can then trace over this projection. Features like 'Stand Mode' offer stable projection, while 'Advanced AR Anchor Mode' lets you lock your art to a specific point for free movement.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 9.1.4 — 2026-08-18

PainterAR V9.1.4

- Continues improving project saving, uninterrupted creation, and Studio management.
- Fixes known issues and enhances app stability and the overall experience.

### 9.1.3 — 2026-08-06

PainterAR V9.1.3 is a major update for saving, continuing, and sharing your drawing process.

- Save AR, tripod, and camera drawing sessions as projects, then return to Studio and keep working.
- Time-lapse recording now stays with your project, so it can continue across multiple drawing sessions.
- Studio is reorganized for projects, artworks, and time-lapse videos, making your work easier to manage.
- New and improved drawing tools let you add photos to the canvas, adjust reference images, use manual focus, and manage AR markers more easily.
- Canvas drawing, camera drawing, and sharing flows have been refined for a smoother creative experience.

### 9.1.2 — 2026-07-19

PainterAR V9.1.2 is a major update for saving, continuing, and sharing your drawing process.

- Save AR, tripod, and camera drawing sessions as projects, then return to Studio and keep working.
- Time-lapse recording now stays with your project, so it can continue across multiple drawing sessions.
- Studio is reorganized for projects, artworks, and time-lapse videos, making your work easier to manage.
- New and improved drawing tools let you add photos to the canvas, adjust reference images, use manual focus, and manage AR markers more easily.
- Canvas drawing, camera drawing, and sharing flows have been refined for a smoother creative experience.

### 9.1.1 — 2026-07-13

PainterAR V9.1.1 is a major update for saving, continuing, and sharing your drawing process.

- Save AR, tripod, and camera drawing sessions as projects, then return to Studio and keep working.
- Time-lapse recording now stays with your project, so it can continue across multiple drawing sessions.
- Studio is reorganized for projects, artworks, and time-lapse videos, making your work easier to manage.
- New and improved drawing tools let you add photos to the canvas, adjust reference images, use manual focus, and manage AR markers more easily.
- Canvas drawing, camera drawing, and sharing flows have been refined for a smoother creative experience.

### 9.1 — 2026-06-24

PainterAR V9.1 is a major update for saving, continuing, and sharing your drawing process.

- Save AR, tripod, and camera drawing sessions as projects, then return to Studio and keep working.
- Time-lapse recording now stays with your project, so it can continue across multiple drawing sessions.
- Studio is reorganized for projects, artworks, and time-lapse videos, making your work easier to manage.
- New and improved drawing tools let you add photos to the canvas, adjust reference images, use manual focus, and manage AR markers more easily.
- Canvas drawing, camera drawing, and sharing flows have been refined for a smoother creative experience.

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