# Clip Studio Paint for iPhone vs Pofi Create

The clearest difference is rating: Clip Studio Paint for iPhone at 4.4 against Pofi Create's 4.1. Clip Studio Paint for iPhone also leads on review sentiment (35% vs 22%) and chart position (#123 vs unranked). Pofi Create's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Clip Studio Paint for iPhone sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Pofi Create sells 25 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Clip Studio Paint for iPhone holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.7K and 408 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Clip Studio Paint for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 22% of Pofi Create's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Clip Studio Paint for iPhone | Pofi Create |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clip-studio-paint-for-iphone/id1483037022/reviews)** | [4.1 (408 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pofi-create-ideas-reference/id1576489829/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | 408 |
| Positive reviews | **35.4% of reviews** | 22.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#123** | — |
| Size | 560 MB | 1.0 GB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [CELSYS,Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/291038364) | [Pofi Entertainment](https://appshunter.io/developer/1576489831) |

## What reviewers say

### Clip Studio Paint for iPhone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clip-studio-paint-for-iphone/id1483037022)

**Currently charting:** #123 Top Free · Graphics & Design, #138 Top Grossing · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Create professional-quality digital art, comics, and animations with a vast array of brushes, materials, and editing tools. Offers features for beginners and pros, including 3D models for reference and advanced layer management.

**Highlights:** Unlimited brushes with realistic textures, Vast library of artist-made materials, Advanced coloring tools with Shading Assist, 3D models for anatomy and perspective reference, Comprehensive comic creation tools, Professional animation features, Non-destructive editing and layer management

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Monthly Smartphone Plan | $0.99 | per month |
| EX Monthly Smartphone Plan | $2.49 | per month |
| PRO Monthly Single-Device Plan | $4.89 | per month |
| PRO Monthly Single-Device Plan | $4.89 | per month |
| PRO Monthly Dual-Device Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| PRO Monthly Dual-Device Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| PRO Monthly Premium Plan | $9.49 | per month |
| EX Monthly Single-Device Plan | $9.69 | per month |
| EX Monthly Single-Device Plan | $9.69 | per month |
| EX Monthly Dual-Device Plan | $13.49 | per month |
| EX Monthly Dual-Device Plan | $13.49 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Great for digital art
- 👍 Smooth drawing experience
- 💡 Useful 3D model integration
- 🎨 Powerful drawing tools

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Restrictive time limit for free users
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤔 Confusing user interface
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Login and account issues
- Unresponsive brushes and tools
- Inability to access purchased content
- Drawings not saving properly

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and continue drawings across sessions
- More free brushes and tools
- Improved mobile optimization
- Perpetual license option for mobile


### Pofi Create

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pofi-create-ideas-reference/id1576489829)

This app provides a comprehensive 3D creation toolkit for artists. It features a vast library of assets, including characters, animals, and scenes, along with powerful tools for posing, animation, camera control, and lighting. It simplifies complex artistic challenges for illustrators, comic artists, and animators.

**Highlights:** Massive asset library (characters, animals, scenes), Skeletal control for precise posing, Motion creation and animation tools, Advanced camera system with perspective control, Professional lighting studio, Customizable expressions and prop deformation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PC Cloud（2000）Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| PC Cloud（5000）Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| 「Pofi Create」PRO Version 365day | $12.99 | per year |
| PC Cloud（500）Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| PC Cloud（2000）Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| PRO Annual Plan | $44.99 | per year |
| PLUS Annual Plan B | $74.99 | per year |
| PC Cloud（5000）Annual | $79.99 | per year |
| 「Pofi Create」 Discount | $0.99 | one-time |
| 「Pofi Create」 P-coin(60) | $1.99 | one-time |
| P Coin Pack  a | $7.99 | one-time |
| 「Pofi Create」P-coin(300) | $7.99 | one-time |
| 「Pofi Create」PRO  Version 365 day | $12.99 | one-time |
| 「Pofi Create」Pro Version | $12.99 | one-time |
| 「Pofi Create」P-coin(680) | $17.99 | one-time |
| P Coin Pack  b | $23.99 | one-time |
| 「Pofi Create」P-coin(980) | $24.99 | one-time |
| P Coin Pack  c | $39.99 | one-time |
| PLUS Plan C | $39.99 | one-time |
| PRO Plan | $44.99 | one-time |
| 「Pofi Create」Ultra Annual | $69.99 | one-time |
| P Coin Pack  d | $79.99 | one-time |
| 「Pofi Create」P-coin(3280) | $79.99 | one-time |
| P Coin Pack  e | $159.99 | one-time |
| P Coin Pack  f | $399.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤍 Best reference for posing
- 🙌 Great for art
- 👍 Helpful app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Everything locked behind paywall
- 🤯 Confusing and difficult to use
- 🤬 Predatory monetization
- 🐛 Crashes and network issues
- 💰 Insanely expensive

**Reported bugs**

- Login and sign-up issues
- Inability to save or load poses
- Compatibility problems on various devices

**Requested features**

- More free models and poses
- Easier posing and manipulation
- Better instructions and tutorials
- More language support
- Improved performance and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Clip Studio Paint for iPhone free?

Clip Studio Paint for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pofi Create free?

Pofi Create is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Clip Studio Paint for iPhone or Pofi Create?

Clip Studio Paint for iPhone is rated higher. Clip Studio Paint for iPhone averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Pofi Create averages 4.1 from 408 ratings.

### Do Clip Studio Paint for iPhone or Pofi Create have ads?

Neither Clip Studio Paint for iPhone nor Pofi Create shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Clip Studio Paint for iPhone or Pofi Create?

Clip Studio Paint for iPhone ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pofi Create every 3 weeks. Most recently, Clip Studio Paint for iPhone was updated on September 29, 2026 and Pofi Create on September 29, 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.*