Comparison

Manikin vs HandModel

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Manikin

This app provides a 3D posing tool for artists, offering a collection of models and tools to help with drawing anatomically correct figures. It allows for quick scene creation, storyboard generation, and comic book illustration framing, with intuitive posing and adjustable camera and lighting.

Highlights
  • 3D model posing
  • Anatomy reference
  • Intuitive controls
  • Adjustable camera and lighting
  • Character animations
  • Cutout screenshots
Features
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Sketch fast with MANIKIN a 3D posing tool containing a collection of models and tools aimed to help professional artists and amateurs alike in drawing anatomically correct figures with respect to light & perspective. Create scenes with multiple characters or manipulate simple 3D shapes to quickly visualize the outlines of your sketches, generate storyboards with screenshots or frame your comic book illustrations and mangas. ARTISTS MANNEQUIN The mannequin was born out of the need for an interactive human anatomy reference to tackle problems like foreshortening, proportion and depth. We expand upon the wooden mannequin for figure drawing with various 3D models and tools to help you with shape recognition, shading, perspective and stance. POSE FAST Moving things in 3D often involves a lot of interaction for even the simplest of goals. This is why we wanted posing to be as intuitive and simple as possible with a bare minimum in menu diving and without losing complexity. A straightforward and intuitive design keeps all functionality close without drowning you in options. Our goal is to let you spend more time drawing and less time preparing. APPLY ANIMATIONS Even for the most hardened artists it’s not easy to imagine how the body moves. In MANIKIN all animations can be viewed in detail. Use them to get faster to your desired stance or as use them as a figure study for motion. CAMERA & LIGHT We also give full control over camera & light. Use 360 mode to work and use "point of view mode" to get the exact camera angle you had in mind. To ease your shading needs you have up to 4 fully adjustable lights at your disposal to create dynamic drop shadows and realistic depth. SCREENSHOTS FOR DIGITAL PAINTERS MANIKIN also features cutout screenshots so you can immediately use them in Photoshop, Coreldraw, Procreate, Paper or whatever digital drawing software you use. No more hassle with editing screenshots. FEATURES * View character animations in detail. * A straightforward and intuitive design. * Various tools and effects such as outline, cut-out, grid, ... * Dynamic light with up to 4 fully adjustable lights * Freelook camera * Screenshots without background. * Share your creations on any platform and much more …

About

HandModel

A 3D hand model reference tool for artists. It uses your device's camera to detect and edit hand poses in real-time. Offers adjustable lighting for optimal viewing.

Highlights
  • 3D hand model reference
  • Camera-based hand tracking
  • Editable hand poses
  • Adjustable lighting
  • In-app purchase for ad removal and recording
Features
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This is a 3D model viewing tool that can be used as a reference for drawing hands. Poses can be edited by detecting hand with the camera. 4 lights are available. lnApp purchase: Remove ads and Unlock the function to record editing. This software includes the work that is distributed in the Apache license 2.0.

Screenshots

Manikin4 screens
HandModel2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Manikin at 4.6 against HandModel's 2.8. Manikin also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (74% vs 45%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Manikin sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HandModel sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Manikin holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Manikin has 4.4K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Manikin's written reviews are positive against 45% of HandModel's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Manikin ships an update every 2 months, HandModel every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and July 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Manikin versus HandModel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterManikinHandModel
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (4.4K ratings) — better2.8 (18 ratings)
Positive reviews74.1% of reviews — better44.8% of reviews
Number of ratings4.4K — better18
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size226 MB82 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperUNSH VOFKosuke Nishioka

Customer experience

Manikin

All ratings4,412 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral5.1%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews189 reviews
Positive74.1%
Neutral10.1%
Negative15.9%

HandModel

All ratings18 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral22.2%
Negative44.4%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive44.8%
Neutral24.1%
Negative31.0%

Bugs and requests

Manikin

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unlocked items disappearing
  • Horizontal camera toggle not working
  • Pose resets when using certain features
  • Inability to move multiple models independently

Requested features

9 requests
  • Digitigrade leg toggle
  • Ability to scale and customize body parts
  • Add animal models (e.g. cats, dogs)
  • Ability to import custom 3D models
  • Perspective slider for camera view
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  • Posable fingers and toes
  • Mobility equipment like wheelchairs
  • Animation and video creation tools
  • More free models and animations

HandModel

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Manikin

One-time1
  • Manikin - full$9.99
1 purchases

HandModel

One-time1
  • Remove Ads, Unlock saveslots$1.99

Questions

Is Manikin free?
Manikin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HandModel free?
HandModel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Manikin or HandModel?
Manikin is rated higher. Manikin averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4.4K ratings, while HandModel averages 2.8 from 18 ratings.
Do Manikin or HandModel have ads?
HandModel shows ads; Manikin does not.
Which is updated more often, Manikin or HandModel?
Manikin ships an update every 2 months, and HandModel every 9 months. Most recently, Manikin was updated on September 14, 2026 and HandModel on July 28, 2026.

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