Comparison

Pixel Designer Pro vs Simple Pixel Art

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pixel Designer Pro

Create pixel art, animations, and game assets with a professional editor. Features include multiple drawing modes, advanced layers, custom palettes, and precision tools. Seamlessly work across devices with cross-platform sync.

Highlights
  • Multiple Drawing Modes (Frame, Tile, Tileset, Sheet)
  • Advanced Layer System
  • Custom Color Palettes
  • Animation Tools with Real-time Preview
  • Precision Drawing Tools
  • Mirror Drawing
  • Flexible Grid Options
  • Professional Export Options (PNG, GIF, etc.)
Features
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PixelDesigner - Professional Pixel Art Editor Create stunning pixel art, animations, and game assets with PixelDesigner, the powerful native editor built for artists, game developers, and designers. KEY FEATURES =========== Multiple Drawing Modes Switch seamlessly between Frame Mode for animations, Tile Mode for individual game tiles, Tileset Mode with Wang tile support, and Sheet Mode for organizing sprite sheets. Each mode is optimized for specific pixel art workflows. Advanced Layer System Work with multiple layers to build complex compositions. Organize your artwork, separate elements, and maintain full creative control over every pixel. Custom Color Palettes Create and manage your own color palettes for consistent artwork. Import existing palettes or build new ones from scratch to match your project's aesthetic. Animation Tools Preview your animations in real time as you work. Export animations as GIF or PNG sequences with customizable frame rates and timing controls. Precision Drawing Tools Choose from Brush, Eraser, Fill, and Eyedropper tools. Each tool is designed specifically for pixel-perfect artwork with full control over every detail. Mirror Drawing Create perfectly symmetrical designs with horizontal and vertical mirroring. Ideal for character sprites, icons, and architectural elements. Flexible Grid Options Work with multiple grid styles including solid, dashed, dot, checkerboard, and more. Customize your workspace to match your preferred drawing style. Professional Export Options Export your work in multiple formats including PNG, JPEG, GIF, and TIFF. Generate sprite sheets with customizable layouts, export individual tiles, or create animated GIFs with precise control over timing and quality. Wang Tile Support Automatically generate seamless tilesets using Wang tile algorithms. Perfect for creating game environments and repeating patterns that tile perfectly. Document-Based Workflow Save and organize your projects with a native document-based architecture. Open multiple documents simultaneously and switch between projects effortlessly. Native Performance Built from the ground up with SwiftUI for optimal performance on both iOS and macOS. Enjoy a responsive, fluid experience that takes full advantage of your device's capabilities. Cross-Platform Sync Start a project on your Mac and continue on your iPad. PixelDesigner uses a universal file format that works seamlessly across all your devices. Whether you are creating game sprites, animated icons, retro artwork, or detailed pixel illustrations, PixelDesigner provides all the tools you need in a clean, intuitive interface.

About

Simple Pixel Art

Features
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Create pixel art easily on your phone. Choose from canvas sizes ranging from 16x16 to 512x512 and create pixel art that fits your style and needs. With a simple and intuitive interface, plus support for layers, image import, and a variety of editing tools, the app is suitable for both beginners and users who want more control over their pixel art. Export your creations in formats such as PNG and PDF, making it easy to use your pixel art for social media icons, game assets, illustrations, design materials, and more. ■ Features ・Easy Pixel Art Creation A simple and intuitive UI / UX makes it easy to create pixel art directly on your phone. ・Flexible Canvas Sizes Choose from canvas sizes ranging from 16x16 to 512x512. Select the size that best fits the pixel art you want to create. ・Powerful Editing Tools Draw and edit pixel by pixel. Create detailed pixel art easily with intuitive editing tools. ・Image Import Import images saved on your phone and edit them as pixel art. This is useful when you want to create artwork based on an existing image. ・Layer Support Manage your artwork using multiple layers. Edit individual parts separately to make more complex pixel art easier to create. ・PNG / PDF Export Export your pixel art in formats such as PNG and PDF. Save your creations or use them in other apps and projects. ・Dark Mode Dark mode is supported for a more comfortable editing experience, especially at night. ■ Great For ・Creating pixel art ・Creating game characters ・Creating game assets ・Creating social media icons ・Creating avatars ・Creating illustration assets ・Creating retro game-style artwork ・Creating original characters ・Creating pixel art from imported images If you are looking for a simple way to create pixel art on your phone, give it a try.

Screenshots

Simple Pixel Art4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pixel Designer Pro at none against Simple Pixel Art's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Simple Pixel Art sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Pixel Designer Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Pixel Designer Pro versus Simple Pixel Art: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixel Designer ProSimple Pixel Art
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 24 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInfinite TokenYUKI TANAIKE

In-app purchases

None

Pixel Designer Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Simple Pixel Art

Subscriptions2
  • Pixel Art Pro (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • Pixel Art Pro (Annual)$18.001 Year

Questions

Is Pixel Designer Pro free?
Pixel Designer Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Pixel Art free?
Simple Pixel Art is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pixel Designer Pro or Simple Pixel Art have ads?
Neither Pixel Designer Pro nor Simple Pixel Art shows ads.

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