Head Model Studio vs AstroPixel
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/
AstroPixel
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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.
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Verdict
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
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.
| Parameter | Head Model Studio | AstroPixel |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| 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, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2.2 GB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wes Castain | Philipp 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
Head Model Studio
- 1 Month Access$9.001 Month
- 1 Year Access$16.001 Year
- 1 Year Access$23.00
- Lifetime Access$50.00
AstroPixel
No in-app purchases
Questions
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