ArmorPaint vs Thread Circle by BPZone
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ArmorPaint
This 3D painting software allows users to create PBR textures for 3D models with instant visual feedback. It features a node-based workflow for procedural materials and brushes, and is GPU-accelerated for a smooth 4K painting experience on iPad.
- PBR texture painting
- Node-based material creation
- Procedural brushes
- GPU-accelerated viewport
- Instant baking of texture maps
- Path-traced viewport rendering
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ArmorPaint is in active development. Please report any issues you may encounter. For the best experience Apple Pencil is recommended. Mouse, keyboard and pencil hover is supported. --- 3D Painting Software ArmorPaint is a software for PBR texture painting. Import your 3D models and start painting. Receive instant visual feedback in the viewport as you paint. Node Based Work fast with the convenience of nodes. Paint with fully procedural materials. Build fill layers with material nodes. Use brush nodes to create patterns and procedural brushes. GPU Accelerated ArmorPaint is designed from scratch to run completely on the GPU. This results in a smooth 4K painting experience on your iPad. Baking Bake texture maps for high-poly models instantly on your iPad device. Hardware accelerated ray-traced baking is available on supported iPads. (M1 or newer, A13 or newer) Path-Traced Viewport Paint models in a viewport with true light simulation. Path-traced viewport rendering is available on supported iPads. (M1 or newer, A13 or newer)
Thread Circle by BPZone
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Create detailed circular string art patterns from your own photos with Thread Circle by BPZone. Choose a portrait, pet, object, or other subject. Position and zoom the photo inside the circular frame, select your generation settings, and watch the design take shape line by line. When it is ready, use Build Mode to follow every numbered pin connection. FEATURES • Convert photos into circular string art • Live previews while the pattern is generated • Quick, recommended, and detailed presets • Adjustable pin count, thread moves, and line weight • Numbered pins starting from 1 • Clear pin sequence • Step-by-step Build Mode • High-quality PNG artwork export • Printable PDF containing the artwork, pin template, and complete sequence • 40 × 40 cm printable board template • Local photo processing • No account required • Responsive interface for iPhone and iPad PRIVACY AND ADS Your selected photo is processed locally on your device and is never uploaded. Thread Circle includes banner advertising. PDF export is unlocked by choosing to watch a rewarded ad. Advertising consent and privacy choices are provided where required.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Thread Circle by BPZone at Free against ArmorPaint's $17.99. ArmorPaint's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Thread Circle by BPZone is free to download; ArmorPaint costs $17.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ArmorPaint ships an update every 5 days, Thread Circle by BPZone every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ArmorPaint | Thread Circle by BPZone |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $17.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 2.1 (27 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 14.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 27 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lubos Lenco | Behrooz Amerishahrabi |
In-app purchases
ArmorPaint
No in-app purchases
Thread Circle by BPZone
No in-app purchases
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