Box vs TouchDraw 2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Box
Design and generate custom laser-cut boxes with adjustable dimensions, material thickness, and joint styles. Preview layouts and export designs as SVG or PDF for cutting. Supports various box configurations and lid types.
- Customizable box dimensions
- Adjustable material thickness
- Multiple joint styles
- Lid customization
- Project layout preview
- SVG/PDF export
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Create custom laser-cut boxes quickly and easily! 1. Define project size and features 2. Preview the project layout 3. Export as SVG or PDF Details • Get started with a template or modify an existing project • Specify the dimensions, material thickness and joint style • Add a separate lid and customize its appearance, fit and size. • Switch to the project layout tab to get a preview of the layout file that that will be generated. • Export the project for further processing or cutting. Boxes can be fully enclosed with 6 sides, or have one or more sides removed for open boxes, frames or other combinations. Lids can be flat or fit over with adjustable depth and fit. Grid Dividers can be added to boxes, with or without frames around the edges. Joints can be plain or smooth, or box joints that are automatic or specified by count. Material thickness and kerf can be configured for a precise fit.
TouchDraw 2
Create vector drawings and diagrams with an intuitive interface designed for touch and Apple Pencil. Ideal for flowcharts, floor plans, and technical layouts, it offers smart tools for precision and flexibility. Unlock the full experience with a one-time purchase after a free trial.
- Intuitive gesture-based interface
- Smart shape recognition and snapping
- Layers, dimensions, and connector lines
- Supports SVG, PDF, PNG, and Visio formats
- iCloud Drive integration
- Free 7-day trial
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TouchDraw 2 brings the power of vector drawing and diagramming to your iPad and iPhone with an interface that's easy to learn and satisfying to master. Whether you're sketching out ideas, diagramming a process, or drafting a technical layout, TouchDraw gives you the flexibility to work quickly and precisely, without unnecessary complexity. From the first tap, TouchDraw 2 feels intuitive. Use familiar multi-touch gestures and Apple Pencil to draw shapes and lines naturally. Smart guides, snap-to-grid tools, and shape recognition help beginners create polished results, while more advanced users can take advantage of layers, dimension lines, and connectors that stay intelligently linked as you move elements. TouchDraw is perfect for countless scenarios—flowcharts, floor plans, mind maps, technical drawings, illustrations, and more. It adapts to your needs without locking you into a specific workflow. This version includes a free 7-day trial, after which you can unlock the full experience with a one-time purchase. No subscriptions, no recurring fees—just a single payment to own it forever. Key Features: * Designed for touch and Apple Pencil with an intuitive, gesture-based interface * Smart shape recognition and snapping tools for easy alignment and layout * Layers, dimensions, and connector lines for detailed, organized drawings * Ideal for diagrams, plans, charts, illustrations, and other 2D visuals * Import/export to SVG, PDF, PNG, and Visio® formats; iCloud Drive support Includes a free 7-day trial with a one-time purchase to unlock the full app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Box at 4.6 against TouchDraw 2's 3.9. Box also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 70%). TouchDraw 2's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 14.0). 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
Both are free to download. Box sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and TouchDraw 2 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Box holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 35 and 21 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Box's written reviews are positive against 70% of TouchDraw 2's.
Box ships an update every 2 months, TouchDraw 2 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 4, 2026 and July 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Box | TouchDraw 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (35 ratings) — better | 3.9 (21 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews — better | 70.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 35 — better | 21 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 12.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 114 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Derek Graham | Elevenworks LLC |
Customer experience
Box
TouchDraw 2
In-app purchases
Box
- CNC Router Joinery$1.99
- Caddy/Tote Handle$1.99
- Kerf-o-meter Plus Upgrade$1.99
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- Grid Dividers - Unlimited$4.99
- Enhanced Project Fit$4.99
TouchDraw 2
- Free TrialFree
- Unlock Editing$14.99








