# Clip Studio Paint for iPhone vs GenToon

The clearest difference is rating: GenToon at 5.0 against Clip Studio Paint for iPhone's 4.4. GenToon also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 36%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Clip Studio Paint for iPhone's advantage is ratings volume (1.8K vs 2) and chart position (#131 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 GenToon sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GenToon holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clip Studio Paint for iPhone has 1.8K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Clip Studio Paint for iPhone's written reviews are positive against 75% of GenToon's.

Clip Studio Paint for iPhone ships an update every 3 weeks, GenToon weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Clip Studio Paint for iPhone | GenToon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clip-studio-paint-for-iphone/id1483037022/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentoon/id6769599044/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 35.7% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#131** | — |
| Size | 561 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [CELSYS,Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/291038364) | [Joong Hwi Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896671883) |

## What reviewers say

### Clip Studio Paint for iPhone

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

**Currently charting:** #131 Top Free · Graphics & Design, #194 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


### GenToon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentoon/id6769599044)

Effortlessly create webtoons and comics with AI. Simply input your story idea, and the app generates panels with consistent characters and multiple art styles. Share your creations with a vibrant community of fellow artists and marketers.

**Highlights:** AI Webtoon Generator, Character Consistency, Multiple Art Styles, Character Market, Community Publishing, Vertical Scrolling Webtoons

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 프로 멤버쉽 | $49.99 | per month |
| 프리미엄 멤버쉽 | $229.99 | per month |
| 크레딧 600 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 선물 크레딧 600 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 크레딧 1,800 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 크레딧 선물 1,800 | $22.99 | one-time |
| 크레딧 3000 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 선물 크레딧 3,000 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 크레딧 6,000 | $79.99 | one-time |
| 크레딧 선물 6,000 | $79.99 | one-time |


## 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 GenToon free?

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

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

GenToon is rated higher. Clip Studio Paint for iPhone averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while GenToon averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Clip Studio Paint for iPhone or GenToon have ads?

Neither Clip Studio Paint for iPhone nor GenToon shows ads.

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

Clip Studio Paint for iPhone ships an update every 3 weeks, and GenToon weekly. Most recently, Clip Studio Paint for iPhone was updated on October 23, 2026 and GenToon on October 16, 2026.

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