# Grid # vs Draw Grid on Image

The clearest difference is update cadence: Draw Grid on Image at fortnightly against Grid #'s every 3 months. Grid #'s advantage is ratings volume (10K vs 201) and rating (4.6 vs 4.4). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Grid # sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Draw Grid on Image sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Grid # holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Grid # has 10K ratings behind it against 201, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 66% and 65% positive.

Grid # ships an update every 3 months, Draw Grid on Image fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Grid # | Draw Grid on Image |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-add-grid-on-image/id1033011034/reviews)** | [4.4 (201 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/draw-grid-on-image/id1529850456/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **10K** | 201 |
| Positive reviews | **66.1% of reviews** | 65.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [金鹏 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/981158013) | [Thang Do](https://appshunter.io/developer/976836323) |

## What reviewers say

### Grid #

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-add-grid-on-image/id1033011034)

Easily add customizable grids to your images for drawing and reference. Choose from various grid types, colors, and line styles. Advanced features allow for movable and rotatable grids, with options for multiple grid overlays.

**Highlights:** Add grids to images, Multiple grid types (rectangle, square), Customizable line colors and transparency, Adjustable line width, Add multiple grids, Movable and rotatable grids (pro feature)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| More features & Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Helpful for drawing and painting
- 👍 Easy to use and figure out
- 🚀 Quick and efficient
- 🎨 Great for artists and beginners
- 👍 Versatile grid options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work as expected for some users
- 🤔 Confusing to use without instructions
- 🔍 Difficult to find certain features
- 🔒 Upgrade purchase issues
- 🖼️ Can't save or export gridded images

**Reported bugs**

- Grid settings don't always stick
- Can't load or use certain images
- Upgrade purchase not recognized
- App stops working after updates

**Requested features**

- Add option to create square grids
- Include grid measurements/dimensions
- Provide more instructions and tutorials
- Allow rotating or flipping the grid
- Add ability to save gridded images


### Draw Grid on Image

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/draw-grid-on-image/id1529850456)

Overlay a customizable grid onto your images to maintain drawing proportions. Choose from various grid types, paper sizes, and units. Adjust line width and color for precise visual guides. Save your grid images to your camera roll with the Pro version.

**Highlights:** Add grid overlay to images, Multiple grid types (rectangle, square), Customizable grid dimensions, Selectable paper sizes and units, Adjustable line width and color, Save grid images (Pro version)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Pro | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use and efficient
- 👍 Saves time on manual gridding
- ✨ Helpful for projects and drawing
- 💯 Highly recommended by users
- ✅ Simple and functional

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Too many intrusive ads
- 👎 Useless for macOS
- 💰 Misleading free claims, actually paid
- 🚫 Cannot save photos without upgrading
- 🐛 Incorrect grid dimensions

**Reported bugs**

- Ads cannot be turned off
- App is not functional on macOS
- Incorrect grid dimensions when inputting values
- Cannot save photos without upgrading
- Cannot use own photos without upgrading

**Requested features**

- Add user manual
- Add numbering to grid cells
- Improve accuracy of paper section sizes
- Add black border option for grid lines
- Add white and black filter option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Grid # free?

Grid # is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Draw Grid on Image free?

Draw Grid on Image is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Grid # or Draw Grid on Image?

Grid # is rated higher. Grid # averages 4.6 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Draw Grid on Image averages 4.4 from 201 ratings.

### Do Grid # or Draw Grid on Image have ads?

Both Grid # and Draw Grid on Image show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Grid # or Draw Grid on Image?

Grid # ships an update every 3 months, and Draw Grid on Image fortnightly. Most recently, Grid # was updated on October 30, 2026 and Draw Grid on Image on October 24, 2026.

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