# Head Model Studio vs TourBox Console

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Head Model Studio | TourBox Console |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/head-model-studio-art-study/id1527028690/reviews)** | [3.3 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tourbox-console/id6608963313/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.5K** | 32 |
| Positive reviews | **76.4% of reviews** | 42.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 2.2 GB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wes Castain](https://appshunter.io/developer/1527028692) | [TourBox Tech Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1739983500) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### TourBox Console

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tourbox-console/id6608963313)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*