# Pixel Master vs Animation Sketch

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pixel Master at none against Animation Sketch's 2. Pixel Master also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and rating (3.7 vs 3.4). Animation Sketch's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (427 vs 26). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Animation Sketch sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Pixel Master asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pixel Master holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Animation Sketch has 427 ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Pixel Master's written reviews are positive against 35% of Animation Sketch's.

Pixel Master ships an update weekly, Animation Sketch every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixel Master | Animation Sketch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.7 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-master/id1223114542/reviews)** | [3.4 (427 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/animation-sketch/id1510542679/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **427** |
| Positive reviews | **43.8% of reviews** | 34.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 16 MB | 366 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [andrew bell](https://appshunter.io/developer/445167639) | [Arjun Gupte](https://appshunter.io/developer/620272974) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixel Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-master/id1223114542)

Create custom pixel art and animations with a variety of tools, effects, and export options. Import photos, animate GIFs, and share your creations for personal or professional use.

**Highlights:** Custom pixel drawing and animation, Photo import and pixelation, Animated GIF creation, Advanced pixel tools, Multiple export formats, Onion skinning for animation, Custom project sizes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Animation Sketch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/animation-sketch/id1510542679)

Create 2D hand-drawn animations with intuitive tools and precise brush control. Ideal for both experienced animators and beginners, this app simplifies sketching, coloring, and timing. Seamlessly integrate sound and utilize layers for efficient scene planning and workflow.

**Highlights:** Hand-drawn animation, Precise brush control with Apple Pencil, Intuitive layer workflow, Easy frame management, Audio import and syncing, Color fill below lines, Scene planning with static layers

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Pro | $9.99 | one-time |
| Animation Sketch Discount | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Good for beginners
- 🚀 Smooth animation
- 💡 Useful for designers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited features without paying
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive for full functionality
- 🎨 Limited color palette

**Reported bugs**

- Animations not saving properly
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Drawing tools not working as expected
- Issues with onion skinning

**Requested features**

- More frames and animation length
- Ability to import images
- More drawing tools and brushes
- Ability to adjust animation speed


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixel Master free?

Pixel Master is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Animation Sketch free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pixel Master or Animation Sketch?

Pixel Master is rated higher. Pixel Master averages 3.7 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Animation Sketch averages 3.4 from 427 ratings.

### Do Pixel Master or Animation Sketch have ads?

Pixel Master shows ads; Animation Sketch does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pixel Master or Animation Sketch?

Pixel Master ships an update weekly, and Animation Sketch every 2 months. Most recently, Pixel Master was updated on June 1, 2026 and Animation Sketch on September 5, 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.*