Comparison

Head Model Studio vs Creative's App

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

This app provides 3D reference models for artists to study and draw faces. It offers detailed control over lighting and rendering to help users understand facial planes and tones, aiding in portrait drawing practice.

Highlights
  • 25 detailed 3D head models
  • Full 3D model control (zoom, tilt, rotate)
  • Realistic environmental and studio lighting
  • Customizable rendering with edge outlines
  • Pre-made practice scenes
  • Study facial planes and geometry
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

Creative's App

This app offers a unique drawing experience where creations disappear after a short period, encouraging continuous creativity. It includes prompts to overcome creative blocks and integrates with Catalyst for cross-device use.

Highlights
  • Ephemeral drawings
  • Creative prompts
  • Catalyst integration
  • Offline use
  • Screenshot saving reminder
Features
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In Creatives App, your imagination takes the spotlight! Your drawings only last as long as your creativity flows – pause for just a few seconds, and _poof_ – your masterpiece disappears like magic! It’s a thrilling challenge that keeps you engaged and inspired. Facing a Creativity Block? No worries! Our prompts section is designed to spark your imagination and get your creative juices flowing. Plus, with Catalyst integration, you can enjoy the magic of Creatives App seamlessly on both iPad and Mac. Ready to take on the challenge? Remember to take a screenshot before your artwork vanishes. Can you keep the creativity flowing and make the magic last? Version 1.1 174 creative prompts now built right into the app. No internet connection needed, every session starts with a fresh idea drawn from six curated collections: divergent thinking, Torrance Tests, Design Challenges, Moon-Shot Challenges, UX Challenges, Creativity Block Practices, and the iconic Oblique Strategies.

Screenshots

Head Model Studio4 screens
Creative's App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Creative's App at none against Head Model Studio's 4. Creative's App also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Head Model Studio's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 10 months) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 1). 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. Head Model Studio sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month. Creative's App asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Creative's App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Head Model Studio has 2.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Head Model Studio ships an update monthly, Creative's App every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Head Model Studio versus Creative's App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHead Model StudioCreative's App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.4K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.4K — better1
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size2.2 GB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWes CastainIrfan Arif

Customer experience

Head Model Studio

All ratings2,416 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.6%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews232 reviews
Positive76.7%
Neutral9.1%
Negative14.2%

Creative's App

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Creative's App

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

Creative's App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Head Model Studio free?
Head Model Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Creative's App free?
Creative's App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Head Model Studio or Creative's App?
Creative's App is rated higher. Head Model Studio averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while Creative's App averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Head Model Studio or Creative's App have ads?
Neither Head Model Studio nor Creative's App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Head Model Studio or Creative's App?
Head Model Studio ships an update monthly, and Creative's App every 10 months. Most recently, Head Model Studio was updated on September 23, 2026 and Creative's App on June 5, 2026.

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