# Pictionary Air vs Draw With Buddies Multiplayer

The clearest difference is ads: Pictionary Air at none against Draw With Buddies Multiplayer's shown. Pictionary Air also leads on ratings volume (37K vs 10K) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Draw With Buddies Multiplayer's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (63% vs 46%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pictionary Air sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Draw With Buddies Multiplayer sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Pictionary Air against 4.6 for Draw With Buddies Multiplayer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 37K and 10K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 46% of Pictionary Air's written reviews are positive against 63% of Draw With Buddies Multiplayer's.

Pictionary Air ships an update every 3 months, Draw With Buddies Multiplayer fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pictionary Air | Draw With Buddies Multiplayer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (37K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pictionary-air/id1447298940/reviews) | **[4.6 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/draw-with-buddies-multiplayer/id1502088179/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **37K** | 10K |
| Positive reviews | 45.6% of reviews | **63.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #186 | **#177** |
| Size | 181 MB | 200 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mattel, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/365039495) | [Fiddlerswork Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759727639) |

## What reviewers say

### Pictionary Air

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pictionary-air/id1447298940)

**Currently charting:** #186 Top Free · Family (US App Store)

Draw in the air and watch your creations appear on screen in this interactive party game. Use the upgraded pen to erase, add points, and unlock digital clues. Save and share your hilarious gameplay videos for endless fun.

**Highlights:** Draw in the air, See drawings on screen, Digital clues, Erase and add points with pen, Save and share videos, Themed digital clue packs, TV mirroring

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rainbow Unicorn Party | $1.99 | one-time |
| Baby Shower | $1.99 | one-time |
| Movies & TV | $1.99 | one-time |
| Halloween | $1.99 | one-time |
| Winter Holidays | $1.99 | one-time |
| Thanksgiving | $1.99 | one-time |
| Easy Kid Clues 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Harry Potter Clue Pack 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Friends | $4.99 | one-time |
| Harry Potter Easy Kids Clues | $4.99 | one-time |
| Wizarding World 4-Pack Bundle | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Amazing
- 👍 Fun and entertaining
- 🤩 Great for families and friends
- 😊 Awesome and entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App not working/loading issues
- 🤔 Drawing issues and glitches
- 😕 Compatibility problems with devices
- 😒 Requires additional hardware

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Drawing not registering properly
- Camera issues and poor video quality
- Connectivity problems

**Requested features**

- Add more cards/categories
- Improve drawing experience
- Implement Chromecast support
- Provide a free draw mode


### Draw With Buddies Multiplayer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/draw-with-buddies-multiplayer/id1502088179)

**Currently charting:** #177 Top Free · Word, #191 Top Free · Family (US App Store)

Engage in a fun, collaborative drawing and guessing game with friends and other players online. Choose between relaxed 1v1 matches or fast-paced party games. Showcase your creations and earn rewards for daily participation.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer drawing and guessing, 1v1 and Party game modes, Save and share drawings, Daily and weekly quests, Friend system and invites, Community Showcase

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gems Pack 1 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Pouch of coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bag of coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Vip pass weekly | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Box of coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 4 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Chest of coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| No ads offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited drawing storage | $4.99 | one-time |
| Stickers | $4.99 | one-time |
| Magic pen | $4.99 | one-time |
| Spray can | $4.99 | one-time |
| Vip Pass Tier 1 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Vault of coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Treasury of coins | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Fun and creative drawing game
- 👍 Relaxing and enjoyable gameplay
- 🤩 Great for playing with friends and family
- 💰 Ability to earn coins to unlock features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
- 🎨 Limited drawing tools and color options
- 🐛 Glitches and crashes, especially in the gallery
- ⏱️ Timed gameplay can be frustrating

**Reported bugs**

- Drawings not loading properly
- Inconsistent performance and stability issues
- Account data loss or reset problems

**Requested features**

- More word options and variety
- Ability to customize player profiles
- Option to play without time limits
- Improved drawing tools and canvas size


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pictionary Air free?

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

### Is Draw With Buddies Multiplayer free?

Draw With Buddies Multiplayer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pictionary Air or Draw With Buddies Multiplayer?

Draw With Buddies Multiplayer is rated higher. Pictionary Air averages 4.6 out of 5 from 37K ratings, while Draw With Buddies Multiplayer averages 4.6 from 10K ratings.

### Do Pictionary Air or Draw With Buddies Multiplayer have ads?

Draw With Buddies Multiplayer shows ads; Pictionary Air does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pictionary Air or Draw With Buddies Multiplayer?

Pictionary Air ships an update every 3 months, and Draw With Buddies Multiplayer fortnightly. Most recently, Pictionary Air was updated on November 1, 2026 and Draw With Buddies Multiplayer on November 1, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Pictionary Air or Draw With Buddies Multiplayer?

Pictionary Air currently peaks at #186 in the App Store charts, and Draw With Buddies Multiplayer at #177. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*