Comparison

Head Model Studio vs TourBox Console

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

Head to head
About

Head Model Studio

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
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Draw better portraits with Head Model Studio. Study faces in detail from simple planes to complex geometry. It is the best iOS / iPadOS application to learn and study faces in detail. Take your sketches to the next level. INSPIRED BY FAMOUS TECHNIQUES Inspired by master methodologies, Head Model Studio comes with 25 different models, including 2 free. From simple to more detailed models, progress easily by understanding the planes of the face. Expand your practice with 5 classical models. COMPLETE CONTROL You have complete control over the 3D models. Zoom, tilt, and rotate to study each part of the model at will. ENVIRONMENTAL & STUDIO LIGHTING Realistic environmental lighting based on HDR photos, recreate a sunrise, midday, or sunset illumination. Switch to Studio Lighting to create amazing lighting composition with multiple spotlights and different colors. Change the lighting to be at any angle or intensity. Perfect to study the planes of the head and understand tones. CUSTOMISABLE RENDERING The edge outline highlights the planes for easier practice. Turn it off once comfortable and practice in a more realistic setting. Modify the shininess for a different material rendering. PRE-MADE PRACTICE Want to learn to draw but unsure where or how to start? We’ve created a bunch of scenes to get you started. PRICING Head Model Studio offers a couple of free models. A premium access is required to access the rest of the models. Lifetime and Yearly (non-recurring) options are available. WE LOVE FEEDBACK I love coding and drawing, feel free to reach out, and tell me what feature you'd love to see in the app. Terms & Conditions: https://headmodelstudio.com/terms-conditions/

About

TourBox Console

This app allows for powerful customization of creative software workflows. It enables quick setup of functions and creation of unique presets for different applications and tasks, enhancing drawing, animation, and editing experiences.

Highlights
  • Multi-scene support
  • Cross-app functionality
  • Powerful customization
  • Exclusive built-in features
  • Intuitive canvas control
  • Convenient system operations
  • Diverse setting modes
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Multi-Scene Support, Cross-App Functionality Effortlessly use TourBox Elite Plus with apps like Procreate, Clip Studio Paint, Artstudio Pro, LumaFusion, and Final Cut Pro for drawing, animation, editing, and retouching. Powerful Customization, Simple Setup Quickly set up functions with just one step. Create unique presets for different software and workflows. Exclusive Built-In Features, Intuitive Canvas Control Easily zoom, rotate, and reset views in Procreate. Convenient System Operations Adjust volume, brightness, perform quick searches, and take screenshots with a single click. Diverse Setting Modes Choose from multiple key sending modes like AB, UP and REP mode to suit your personal workflow. Frequently Software Updates for More Features

Screenshots

Head Model Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Head Model Studio at 4.6 against TourBox Console's 3.3. Head Model Studio also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 43%) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 32). TourBox Console's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Head Model Studio sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month. TourBox Console asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Head Model Studio holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Head Model Studio has 2.5K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Head Model Studio's written reviews are positive against 43% of TourBox Console's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Head Model Studio ships an update monthly, TourBox Console every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Head Model Studio versus TourBox Console: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHead Model StudioTourBox Console
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.5K ratings) — better3.3 (32 ratings)
Positive reviews76.4% of reviews — better42.9% of reviews
Number of ratings2.5K — better32
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPad
Requires iOS16.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2.2 GB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWes CastainTourBox Tech Inc.

Customer experience

Head Model Studio

All ratings2,464 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral3.6%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews237 reviews
Positive76.4%
Neutral9.3%
Negative14.3%

TourBox Console

All ratings32 ratings
Positive53.1%
Neutral15.6%
Negative31.3%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral14.3%
Negative42.9%

Bugs and requests

Head Model Studio

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

TourBox Console

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Head Model Studio

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month Access$9.001 Month
  • 1 Year Access$16.001 Year
One-time2
  • 1 Year Access$23.00
  • Lifetime Access$50.00
None

TourBox Console

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Head Model Studio free?
Head Model Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TourBox Console free?
TourBox Console is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Head Model Studio or TourBox Console?
Head Model Studio is rated higher. Head Model Studio averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while TourBox Console averages 3.3 from 32 ratings.
Do Head Model Studio or TourBox Console have ads?
Neither Head Model Studio nor TourBox Console shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Head Model Studio or TourBox Console?
Head Model Studio ships an update monthly, and TourBox Console every 3 weeks. Most recently, Head Model Studio was updated on November 3, 2026 and TourBox Console on October 30, 2026.

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