# Connect the Arts vs ArtManager

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Connect the Arts at none against ArtManager's 3. Connect the Arts also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). ArtManager's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 17 months). On device support there is nothing between them.

Connect the Arts ships an update every 17 months, ArtManager weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Connect the Arts | ArtManager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | — |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-the-arts/id1464054285/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2** | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Size | 16 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Connect the Arts](https://appshunter.io/developer/1464054284) | [Bob Soule](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573004965) |

## What reviewers say

### Connect the Arts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-the-arts/id1464054285)

This app connects arts professionals, employers, and enthusiasts. Artists can showcase work and find opportunities, while employers can discover talent. Art lovers can support local scenes and connect with creators.

**Highlights:** Create professional profiles, Search for jobs and grants, Post calls for collaborators, Discover artists and talent, Promote events and opportunities, Connect with art enthusiasts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### ArtManager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artmanager/id6504045401)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ArtManager Premium – Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| ArtManager Premium – Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| ArtManager Lifetime Access | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Connect the Arts free?

Connect the Arts is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ArtManager free?

Pricing for ArtManager is not currently listed on the App Store.

### Do Connect the Arts or ArtManager have ads?

Connect the Arts shows ads; ArtManager does not.

### Which is updated more often, Connect the Arts or ArtManager?

Connect the Arts ships an update every 17 months, and ArtManager weekly. Most recently, Connect the Arts was updated on October 9, 2026 and ArtManager on October 27, 2026.

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