Head Model Studio vs Perfect Grid
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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/
Perfect Grid
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Transform any photo into perfect grid posts and reel covers! Perfect Grid splits your images so that they align perfectly in your feed. - Perfect grid posts that align properly in your feed - Reel covers with professional formatting - Smart cropping maintains original image quality - No resolution loss - preserves full detail Stop struggling with misaligned grids - get the formatting right the first time!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Head Model Studio at Free against Perfect Grid's $2.99. Perfect Grid's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On 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
Head Model Studio is free to download; Perfect Grid costs $2.99 up front. Head Model Studio sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month. Perfect Grid asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Head Model Studio | Perfect Grid |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.6 (2.4K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 76.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2.4K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2.2 GB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wes Castain | J0HAN TIDEMANN ESBJUG |
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
Perfect Grid
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Head Model Studio
- 1 Month Access$9.001 Month
- 1 Year Access$16.001 Year
- 1 Year Access$23.00
- Lifetime Access$50.00
Perfect Grid
No in-app purchases
Questions
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