# SketchSnap -Live Sketch Camera — Hand-Drawn Styles in Seconds

> Camera app applying artistic filters like sketches, cartoons, and paintings in real-time. (iPhone/iPad app by AppExtreme,Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sketchsnap-live-sketch-camera/id946284033 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AppExtreme,Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1294920122)
- Category: Photo & Video, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.02/5 from 2,050 App Store ratings · 215 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 14 MB
- Languages: Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German and 23 more
- Released: 2014-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sketchsnap-live-sketch-camera/id946284033/reviews.md

## What is SketchSnap?

SkethSnap: A New Approach to Photography

SkethSnap is an innovative camera app that transforms your photographs into artistic masterpieces. Unlike conventional camera apps, SkethSnap allows you to apply artistic filters like cartoons, comics, hand-drawn sketches, and oil paintings directly in the camera viewfinder. Users can adjust filters in real-time and see the effects instantly, ensuring the perfect artistic touch.

Diverse Filters:
With a wide array of filters including mosaic, emboss, poster style, pixel art, dot art, swirls, halftones, and lattice patterns, SkethSnap offers endless possibilities for customizing photos to match any scene or theme. These versatile filters enable you to create distinct expressions for each photo.

Simple and Intuitive Usability:
Designed with an intuitive user interface, SkethSnap is accessible to photographers of all skill levels—from beginners to professionals. Capture fleeting moments and effortlessly turn them into incredible works of art.

Special Features:
-> Silent Shutter Option: Ideal for taking pictures in quiet environments or when photographing sleeping pets or babies, ensuring peace and privacy.
-> Built-in Light Feature: Shoot clear photos even in dark settings.
-> Aspect Ratio Switching: Freely change the frame aspect ratio to suit various shooting conditions.
-> Selfie Ready: Easily switch between front and rear cameras to enjoy selfies.

Ad-Free Experience with In-App Purchase:
While SkethSnap is free to use with all its features, an ad-free option is also available through in-app purchases. Opting for this enhances your experience, allowing you to enjoy the app without interruptions.

Since its launch in 2014, SkethSnap has been downloaded approximately 3 million times and continues to be a favorite among users. Download now and turn your photos into unique pieces of art!

## Key features

- Real-time artistic filter application
- Cartoon, sketch, and painting styles
- Mosaic, pixel art, and halftone filters
- Silent shutter option
- Built-in light for dark settings
- Adjustable aspect ratio

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of SketchSnap?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- ❤️ Love
- 🎥 Fantastic
- 👍 Pretty good!

**Cons**

- 🚨 Scam Beware
- 🤦‍♂️ Really?
- 🤖 Useless
- 🥱 Terrible
- 🙅‍♂️ No use, pictures I take can't work on it. Disappeared
- 💰 I want a refund this app is horrible
- 💩 It's crap
- 📢 Still has an ad at the top. Don't by upgrade. Absolutely no advantage
- 🚫 Requires camera access
- 🤷‍♂️ No idea how to use this
- 😔 Disappointing
- 🙄 Very basic!
- 💥 Does not function, want refund
- 😡 Cant even use the app because of Adds
- 🤔 Eh
- 👎 Not good
- 😡 Horrible Game
- 🗑️ This is a wast of time
- 🙅‍♀️ Uninstalled for sure
- 🤬 Who are the people with Apple that let these guys in ?
- 😤 Get ready to watch a lot of app adds!
- 😡 Ridiculous
- 🙅‍♂️ Not what I wanted
- 🗑️ Garbage spam app
- 🤦‍♂️ Terrible
- 📢 TOO MANY ADS!   Give me a break!  🤓
- 🙅‍♂️ Unusable, nothing but ads!!!
- 🤢 Horrible app (full of ads)
- 🙅‍♂️ Don't download
- 😑 Really
- 💩 Don't do it
- 😧 Wont open! Won't load!
- 👎 Poor delivery
- 😡 ADVERT 'SPORTS BETTING' STILL KEEP ON COMING!
- 🤬 Worst app ever (Full of full screen ads)
- 😡 Crashing
- 🙅‍♂️ Useless
- 🤮 Worst App ever!
- 🗑️ Terrible app
- 🙅‍♂️ Do not get!
- 🗑️ Worse app ever
- 🙅‍♂️ Ad scam
- 🤮 Absolute CRAP - avoid like the plague
- 🗑️ Trash
- 😢 Ads pop up everywhere
- 🙅‍♂️ Deleted in 30 seconds
- 😡 The adds a nasty
- 😑 Live Photos only
- 🤢 Don't
- 😕 Uummmm

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Camera won't let you switch
- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Most requested features**

- Video with it maybe there's an app someplace else
- Option to use photos in your library

## Recent user reviews (10 of 215)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sketchsnap-live-sketch-camera/id946284033/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Limité

*2025-11-29, version 9.0*

Malheureusement, impossible d’utiliser le mode paysage et aucun accès aux photos déjà prises. 
C’est dommage car j’aurais payé l’accès sans publicité.

### 1/5 — 詐欺

*2024-06-12, version 8.0*

他の方も同様のコメントしてますが、アプリをインストール後、巧妙な手口で課金に誘導されます。まんまと嵌められました。機能に関しても使い物にならない。今までApp storeは安全と信じ切っていましたが、そうでもないみたいですね。勉強になりました。

### 5/5 — easy … facile … łatwe

*2024-04-22, version 7.0*

Ok!

### 1/5 — Enganação

*2023-11-28, version 7.0*

No período de testes aparece uma opção de você conseguir editar as fotos do próprio album, mas… uma vez que você paga, essa opção simplesmente some e você só pode editar as novas fotos que você tirar…. me senti enganado.

### 1/5 — No funciona

*2023-10-15, version 7.0*

Tiene una pinta increíble está App pero no está funcionando, abre la App y se queda negro ambas pantallas, mi telefono no tiene ningún problema, por eso me extraña!! Por favor arréglenlo

### 1/5 — Scam Beware

*2023-09-20, version 7.0*

Got the app. Opened straight into an ad to “clean” my phone.

### 1/5 — No hrůza

*2023-08-07, version 7.0*

To je teda blah

### 1/5 — 画像からはできない

*2022-12-17, version 7.0*

カメラからオンリー。使えない。
全く同じ機能とUIのアプリがたくさんある。
コピーされた量産アプリ。不信感しかない

### 1/5 — SCAM - ROUBARAM MEU DINHEIRO

*2022-09-09, version 7.0*

Não atualizem o app, se atualizar você precisará acionar o botão lateral, “confirmando” a compra desse app.  E depois o app não tem nenhuma função, apenas tirar selfie ou paisagem com um determinado número de filtros. Não tem ferramenta de busca de fotos na galeria

### 5/5 — Funktioniert sehr gut

*2022-06-06, version 7.0*

Bin zufrieden, in der App kann man Fotos machen und mit dem ausgewählten Effekt speichern. 
Wünschenswert wäre, auf alle Fotos im Fotoalbum zugreifen zu können um sie nachträglich zu bearbeiten aber auch ohne diese Funktion macht diese App einen guten Job.

## Frequently asked questions about SketchSnap

### What does SketchSnap do?

SketchSnap is a camera application that transforms your photographs into artistic styles such as cartoons, comics, hand-drawn sketches, and oil paintings. It allows you to apply these artistic filters directly in the camera viewfinder in real-time.

### What kind of artistic filters are available?

The app offers a diverse range of filters including mosaic, emboss, poster style, pixel art, dot art, swirls, halftones, and lattice patterns. You can also find styles like cartoons, comics, and hand-drawn sketches.

### Is SketchSnap free to use?

Yes, SketchSnap is free to use and includes all its features. An ad-free experience is available as an optional in-app purchase.

### What are the special features of SketchSnap?

Special features include a silent shutter option for discreet photography, a built-in light to improve photos in dark settings, the ability to switch aspect ratios, and easy switching between front and rear cameras for selfies.

### Who is SketchSnap designed for?

SketchSnap is designed with an intuitive user interface, making it accessible for photographers of all skill levels, from beginners to professionals, who want to easily turn their photos into unique works of art.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.0 — 2026-05-07

Thank you for using SketchSnap!

This update includes compatibility improvements for the latest development environment, an updated Google AdMob SDK, and minor adjustments to ad placement.

We’ve also made small maintenance improvements to keep the app running smoothly.

### 9.0 — 2025-04-07

We’re excited to bring you a refined and more seamless experience in this update:

- Full Support for iOS 18
SkethSnap is now fully compatible with iOS 18. Enjoy improved stability and performance, along with the latest features from Apple’s newest operating system.

- Updated Ad Format & Timing
We’ve updated SkethSnap to support the latest ad formats for a smoother, more modern experience. We also fine-tuned the timing and placement of ads to make them less disruptive—keeping your creative flow uninterrupted.

Thank you for using SkethSnap! We’re always working behind the scenes to make your experience better with every update.

### 8.0 — 2024-05-03

We're excited to bring you a host of powerful updates with the latest release of SkethSnap, designed to enhance your photography experience and give you more creative control. Here’s what’s new:

1) Expanded Real-Time Filters: Dive into a broader array of artistic possibilities with our significantly expanded collection of real-time filters. Whether you’re looking to capture stunning landscapes or create unique portraits, our enhanced filter selection offers something for every photographer.

2) Shutter Silencing for Quiet Environments: We’ve added a new shutter silencing feature, perfect for taking photos of sleeping children, pets, or wildlife without causing any disturbance. Capture those peaceful moments discreetly and effectively.

3) Enhanced Lighting Capabilities: With the new built-in light feature, you can now take clear and vibrant photos even in low-light conditions. This enhancement is ideal for night scenes or indoor settings where lighting is a challenge.

4) Adjustable Aspect Ratios: Flexibility is key in photography, which is why we've introduced the ability to change the aspect ratio of your photos directly in the app. Switch seamlessly between different aspect ratios to suit the composition and style of your shots.

5) Dramatic Performance Improvements: We’ve completely rewritten our codebase to boost the speed and responsiveness of SkethSnap. Enjoy a smoother, faster, and more reliable app experience, tailored to meet the demands of avid photographers.

6) iOS 17 Compatibility: This update ensures full compatibility with iOS 17, bringing you the latest advances in security and performance. Take full advantage of the newest features and updates offered by the latest iOS version.

We continually strive to improve SkethSnap to bring you an innovative and user-friendly photography tool. Download the latest update and let your creativity soar with the enhanced features and improved performance. Happy snapping!

### 7.0 — 2020-11-12

- Support iOS 14
- Improved user interface for intuitive operation
- Fixed ad layout that rarely interferes with user interaction

### 6.1 — 2020-06-05

- Fixed a rare case that ads interfere with user operation
- Support iOS 13.5
- Support additional language: Korean

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