# Live Link Face vs Head Model Studio

The clearest difference is rating: Head Model Studio at 4.6 against Live Link Face's 3.6. Head Model Studio also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 48%) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 114). Live Link Face's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Head Model Studio sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month. Live Link Face asks for nothing beyond the download.

Head Model Studio holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Head Model Studio has 2.5K ratings behind it against 114, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Live Link Face's written reviews are positive against 76% of Head Model Studio's.

Live Link Face ships an update every 2 months, Head Model Studio monthly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Live Link Face | Head Model Studio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (114 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-link-face/id1495370836/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/head-model-studio-art-study/id1527028690/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 114 | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 48.0% of reviews | **76.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 117 MB | 2.2 GB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Unreal Engine](https://appshunter.io/developer/382856483) | [Wes Castain](https://appshunter.io/developer/1527028692) |

## What reviewers say

### Live Link Face

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-link-face/id1495370836)

Capture facial performances from your iPhone or iPad for use in Unreal Engine. Create high-fidelity facial animation for MetaHumans or drive characters in real-time. Supports raw video, depth data, and ARKit animation streaming.

**Highlights:** Facial performance capture, MetaHuman Animator integration, Real-time animation streaming, ARKit animation data output, Timecode synchronization, Remote control via OSC, Take management and sharing

**In-app purchases:** none


### Head Model Studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/head-model-studio-art-study/id1527028690)

Master portrait drawing with detailed 3D head models. Study facial planes and geometry with customizable lighting and rendering options. Perfect for artists looking to elevate their sketching skills.

**Highlights:** Detailed 3D head models, Plane and geometry study, Customizable lighting (environmental & studio), Adjustable rendering (edge outline, shininess), Pre-made practice scenes, Zoom, tilt, and rotate controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Access | $9.00 | per month |
| 1 Year Access | $16.00 | per year |
| 1 Year Access | $23.00 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $50.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Excellent reference tool for artists
- 🔍 Helpful for understanding head anatomy and planes
- 🔧 Customizable lighting and model features
- 💰 Reasonable subscription pricing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Premium features locked behind paywall
- 🔒 Lack of free trial to test premium content
- 🔧 Limited customization options for free users
- 🐛 Occasional technical issues with lighting and model adjustments

**Reported bugs**

- Sudden loss of model functionality after updates
- Overheating issues on some devices

**Requested features**

- Add female Loomis head models
- Expand customization options for paid users
- Implement full-body reference models
- Provide option for one-time lifetime purchase


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Live Link Face free?

Live Link Face is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Head Model Studio free?

Head Model Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Live Link Face or Head Model Studio?

Head Model Studio is rated higher. Live Link Face averages 3.6 out of 5 from 114 ratings, while Head Model Studio averages 4.6 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do Live Link Face or Head Model Studio have ads?

Neither Live Link Face nor Head Model Studio shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Live Link Face or Head Model Studio?

Live Link Face ships an update every 2 months, and Head Model Studio monthly. Most recently, Live Link Face was updated on November 3, 2026 and Head Model Studio on November 3, 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.*