Comparison

Entangle vs Portrait String Art Maker

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

Head to head
About

Entangle

Create intricate geometric line art by manipulating polygons and vertices. Customize line styles and export designs as high-resolution images or vector graphics. Ideal for artists, designers, and illustrators.

Highlights
  • Generate geometric compositions
  • Direct manipulation of vertices
  • Customizable line strokes and dash styles
  • Export as JPG or scalable vector graphics
  • Intuitive and tactile creative experience
Features
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Entangle is a creative tool for designers, artists, tattooists, and illustrators to generate intricate geometric compositions through direct manipulation and experimentation. This new version of Entangle has been completely redesigned from the ground up, including both the geometric engine and the interaction system. The result is a faster, smoother, and more intuitive creative experience focused on fluid exploration and tactile control. Starting from a regular polygon, you can move, add, and remove vertices to create unique interconnected structures and evolving geometric patterns. Individual lines can be customised with different stroke widths and dash styles, allowing for precise control over the visual character of each composition. Finished creations can be exported as high-resolution JPG images or scalable vector graphics for further refinement in tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or 3D modelling software. Whether you are sketching tattoo concepts, generative artworks, logos, or abstract structures, Entangle is designed to make complex geometry feel playful, tactile, and intuitive. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Portrait String Art Maker

Transform your photos into unique string art patterns optimized for portraits. This app enhances facial features for lifelike creations, offering step-by-step guides for DIY projects. Perfect for personalized gifts and home decor.

Highlights
  • Face-optimized algorithm
  • Photo to string art pattern conversion
  • Step-by-step thread placement guide
  • Circular and square frame optimization
  • Offline pattern generation
  • PDF pattern export
Features
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Create stunning portrait string art using Portrait String Art Maker. It is the only app built exclusively for portraits. Our unique face-optimized algorithm doesn't just convert photos, it enhances eyes, smiles, and facial features so your finished artwork truly captures your loved ones. WHY PORTRAITS NEED A SPECIALIZED APP Generic string art apps treat faces like any other image. The result? Flat, lifeless portraits where eyes disappear and expressions fade. Portrait String Art Maker is different. Our algorithm was specifically tuned to prioritize the features that make a face recognizable—the sparkle in their eyes, the curve of their smile, the unique characteristics that make them who they are. WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT • Face-Optimized Algorithm: Enhanced visibility for eyes and facial features • Portrait Specialist: Built exclusively for face portraits, not generic patterns • Patterns That Work: Tested to ensure beautiful results when you create them physically • 2000 Thread Connections: Professional-quality detail in every portrait KEY FEATURES • Photo to Pattern: Upload any portrait, get a detailed string art pattern in a few seconds • Step-by-Step Guide: Clear, numbered instructions for each thread placement • Circular and Square frame: Optimized for 12”, 24”, 36” frames • Works Offline: No internet required after download • 100% Private: Zero data collection, all processing on your device PERFECT FOR • Personalized gifts that capture someone's true likeness • Memorial portraits of loved ones • Wedding and anniversary gifts • Pet portraits that show their personality • DIY home decor with a personal touch HOW IT WORKS 1. Upload your portrait photo 2. Our algorithm converts it into a string art pattern that can be downloaded as a pdf. 3. Follow the step-by-step instructions 4. Create a string art portrait that truly look like your loved ones PREMIUM FEATURES (Optional) Upgrade to Pro for unlimited pattern generation, high-resolution exports, advanced customization options, and priority support. Download now and create portraits that truly capture the ones you love.

Screenshots

Entangle4 screens
Portrait String Art Maker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Portrait String Art Maker at 5.0 against Entangle's 4.2. Portrait String Art Maker also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%). Entangle's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Entangle sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Portrait String Art Maker 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

Portrait String Art Maker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Entangle's written reviews are positive against 100% of Portrait String Art Maker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Entangle ships an update every 10 days, Portrait String Art Maker monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Entangle versus Portrait String Art Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEntanglePortrait String Art Maker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (11 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFabio MorrealeArul Prakash

Customer experience

Entangle

All ratings11 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral9.1%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative16.7%

Portrait String Art Maker

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Entangle

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription$1.991 Month
  • Drawing bundle - monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime suscription$9.99
  • Drawing bundle - lifetime$24.99
1 purchases

Portrait String Art Maker

One-time1
  • Stayboba$19.99

Questions

Is Entangle free?
Entangle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Portrait String Art Maker free?
Portrait String Art Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Entangle or Portrait String Art Maker?
Portrait String Art Maker is rated higher. Entangle averages 4.2 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Portrait String Art Maker averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Entangle or Portrait String Art Maker have ads?
Neither Entangle nor Portrait String Art Maker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Entangle or Portrait String Art Maker?
Entangle ships an update every 10 days, and Portrait String Art Maker monthly. Most recently, Entangle was updated on October 16, 2026 and Portrait String Art Maker on October 12, 2026.

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