Comparison

Head Model Studio vs AstroPixel

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

AstroPixel

Features
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AstroPixel ist ein Pixel-Editor für iPhone und iPad. Zeichne Sprites, Icons und kleine Animationen genau dort, wo deine Ideen entstehen – komplett offline und ohne Konto. DEIN LAYOUT, DEIN WORKFLOW Verschiebe die Bedienelemente dorthin, wo sie für deine Hand am besten erreichbar sind. Werkzeug und Farbe können zusammen auf frei belegbaren Steckplätzen liegen. ZEICHNEN UND ANIMIEREN • Ebenen und mehrere Frames • Zwiebelhaut für flüssige Animationen • Eigene Farbpaletten • Füllwerkzeug, Formen, Symmetrie und Pixel-Perfect-Hilfen • Rückgängig und Wiederholen • Anpassbare Arbeitsfläche und Werkzeugleiste IMPORT UND EXPORT Öffne Pixelgrafiken und Aseprite-Dateien. Exportiere deine Arbeit als PNG, JPEG, GIF, Sprite-Sheet, Aseprite, OpenRaster oder im AstroPixel-Projektformat. PRIVAT VON GRUND AUF AstroPixel enthält kein Tracking, keine Werbung und kein Benutzerkonto. Deine Projekte bleiben lokal auf deinem Gerät, bis du sie selbst exportierst oder teilst.

Screenshots

Head Model Studio4 screens
AstroPixel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AstroPixel at none against Head Model Studio's 4. 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. AstroPixel asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Head Model Studio versus AstroPixel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHead Model StudioAstroPixel
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.4K — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2.2 GB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWes CastainPhilipp Andre Marti Rathgeb

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

AstroPixel

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

AstroPixel

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Head Model Studio free?
Head Model Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AstroPixel free?
AstroPixel is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Head Model Studio or AstroPixel have ads?
Neither Head Model Studio nor AstroPixel shows ads.

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