StretchPaper vs PetPulse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
StretchPaper
Unleash your creativity on an expansive, virtually endless digital canvas. This app allows for detailed note-taking, intricate diagramming, and artistic expression without space constraints. Export your work in various formats, customize your tools, and enjoy a seamless drawing experience.
- Infinite canvas
- Note-taking
- Diagramming
- Artistic drawing
- Export as images/PDFs
- Vector manipulation
- Custom pen definitions
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Take notes and draw on an infinite* canvas! Stretchpaper is a new way to take notes, make diagrams, and show your artistic talent. With an infinite canvas, you'll never run out of room. Stretchpaper is both fun and useful! Export your drawings as images or mega-pdfs, manipulate vectors, define your own pens, and more. Works great on the iPad, but works best with the Apple Pencil and iPad Pro! * not actually infinite, but close enough!
PetPulse
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PetPulse is a comprehensive veterinary management system designed for both veterinary practices and individual veterinarians. Built with modern SwiftUI and SwiftData, PetPulse provides everything you need to manage your patients efficiently, whether you're working in a practice or as an independent vet. Complete Patient Management Create and manage detailed patient records with species-specific configurations. Track vital information, store photos, and maintain comprehensive medical histories. All your data is securely stored locally and synced seamlessly in the background. Medical Records and Documentation Document every visit, procedure, and treatment with comprehensive medical records. Attach photos, files, and notes to each record. Export complete records and reports as PDFs for easy sharing and archiving. Drug Dosage Calculator Calculate precise medication dosages with confidence. Support for multiple routes of administration, various drug concentrations, and calculation methods including per kg, per square meter, fixed dose, and drops. Save favorite dosages and access calculation history instantly. Vital Monitoring Monitor patient vitals with advanced tools. Use camera-based detection for accurate heart rate readings. Track respiratory rate with manual and automated monitoring. Access species-specific normal ranges for quick reference. Real-time measurement and tracking capabilities. Interactive Dental Charting Visualize and document dental health with an interactive dental chart. Track tooth-specific problems, record assessments, and generate comprehensive dental reports with PDF export. Dual Authentication System B2B Mode: Practice-based authentication with secure subdomain routing for multi-tenant practice management. B2C Mode: Individual veterinarian authentication with configurable storage limits. Offline-First Architecture Work seamlessly without an internet connection. All operations update locally first, with background sync when online. Your data is always available when you need it most. Secure and Private Your data is protected with secure authentication, encrypted storage, and user-specific data isolation. Patient information is kept private and secure. Key Features: - Complete patient management with photos - Comprehensive medical record system - Advanced drug dosage calculator - Real-time vital monitoring - Interactive dental charting - PDF export for records and reports - Full offline functionality - Secure authentication for practices and individuals - Species-specific configurations - Auto-save functionality - Search and filtering tools Whether you're managing a busy veterinary practice or working independently, PetPulse provides the tools you need to deliver exceptional care while maintaining organized, accessible patient records.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: PetPulse at Free against StretchPaper's $2.99. StretchPaper's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On update cadence, ads 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
PetPulse is free to download; StretchPaper costs $2.99 up front. PetPulse sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. StretchPaper asks for nothing beyond the download.
StretchPaper ships an update every 3 weeks, PetPulse monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | StretchPaper | PetPulse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.8 (64 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 64 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Infinite State Machine Inc. | Pet Pulse Limited |
Bugs and requests
StretchPaper
Reported bugs
24 issues- Crashes and lost all work
- App crashes when trying to share/export
- Paste function not working
- Undo doesn't go back far enough
- Delete then undo bug
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- Palm rejection issues
- Finger drawing interferes with pen
- Content disappears
- Strokes disappearing
- Grid is hard to see
- App crashes without saving
- Force closes when sharing to PDF
- Glitchy export
- App shuts down and glitches appear
- Marks moving after undo/redo or app reopen
- Notes shift slightly after reopening
- Cannot load bigger workspaces
- Takes forever to load smaller workspaces
- Developer not responding to support requests
- Export/share brings up nsurl error
- Lines jump on screen
- Color selection buggy
- Cannot inactivate finger writing
- Canvas size limit
Requested features
22 requests- Add 2-finger tap to undo
- Add 3-finger tap to redo
- Disable finger drawing/touch input
- Add ruler/scale feature
- Add shape detection
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- Add text layer/typed text
- Add import vector image
- Add folder system
- Add cloud backup (iCloud/Dropbox)
- Add copy/paste functionality for images/elements
- Add layers
- Add color palette
- Add ability to rename files
- Add straight edge tool
- Add zoom lock feature
- Add quick undo gesture
- Add sync to iCloud
- Add ability to resize canvas to initial state
- Add Spline tools
- Add standard type tool
- Add export to other formats
- Add more zoom levels
PetPulse
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
StretchPaper
No in-app purchases
PetPulse
- Pro Monthly$29.991 Month
- Pro Yearly$299.991 Year









