# Simpleffects vs LīnArt (LineArt)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Simpleffects at 94% against LīnArt (LineArt)'s 33%. Simpleffects also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 19 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simpleffects sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and LīnArt (LineArt) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Simpleffects holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simpleffects has 320 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Simpleffects's written reviews are positive against 33% of LīnArt (LineArt)'s.

Simpleffects ships an update every 8 days, LīnArt (LineArt) every 19 months. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simpleffects | LīnArt (LineArt) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (320 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simpleffects/id1036930769/reviews)** | [4.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linart-lineart/id1349623050/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **320** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **93.9% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 19 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 56 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pawel Delimata](https://appshunter.io/developer/1017402848) | [Nicholas Giarraputo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1328808777) |

## What reviewers say

### Simpleffects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simpleffects/id1036930769)

Explore a generative art toy with 60 unique visual effects controllable by touch. Enhance your photos with particle systems and diverse artistic styles for unique results.

**Highlights:** 60 visual effects, Finger-controlled interface, Effect modification options, Particle effects, Photo import from camera/library, Generative art creation

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Coffee tip | $3.99 | one-time |
| Burger tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Fuel tip | $7.99 | one-time |
| Rent tip | $10.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Generative art toy
- 😌 Highly satisfying
- ✨ Mesmerizing visuals
- 🧘‍♀️ Calming and relaxing
- 🧠 Great for autism/ADHD

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎶 No music
- 😞 Not always calming

**Reported bugs**

- Forced review prompt

**Requested features**

- Ability to apply effects to photos
- Smaller preview boxes for faster scrolling
- Vector format output
- Slower ambient music option


### LīnArt (LineArt)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linart-lineart/id1349623050)

Easily create beautiful 3D art by simply tapping and dragging your finger. Customize colors and line thickness with 3D Touch support. Save your creations to your photo library to keep them forever.

**Highlights:** Tap and drag drawing, 3D Touch line size adjustment, Vibrant color selection, Customizable canvas color, Save artwork to photos, Minimalist interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LīnArt Pro | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simpleffects free?

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

### Is LīnArt (LineArt) free?

LīnArt (LineArt) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simpleffects or LīnArt (LineArt)?

Simpleffects is rated higher. Simpleffects averages 4.7 out of 5 from 320 ratings, while LīnArt (LineArt) averages 4.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do Simpleffects or LīnArt (LineArt) have ads?

LīnArt (LineArt) shows ads; Simpleffects does not.

### Which is updated more often, Simpleffects or LīnArt (LineArt)?

Simpleffects ships an update every 8 days, and LīnArt (LineArt) every 19 months. Most recently, Simpleffects was updated on October 23, 2026 and LīnArt (LineArt) on October 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*