# Sketchbook vs Tools for Procreate

The clearest difference is rating: Tools for Procreate at 4.5 against Sketchbook's 3.9. Tools for Procreate also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sketchbook sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Tools for Procreate sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tools for Procreate holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tools for Procreate has 17K ratings behind it against 1.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of Sketchbook's written reviews are positive against 24% of Tools for Procreate's.

Sketchbook ships an update every 3 weeks, Tools for Procreate weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sketchbook | Tools for Procreate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sketchbook-create-digital-art/id1541516345/reviews) | **[4.5 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tools-for-procreate/id1559271447/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | **17K** |
| Positive reviews | 20.5% of reviews | **23.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 81 MB | 143 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Loyal Foundry, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1620612434) | [Tools Products FZ-LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1549858533) |

## What reviewers say

### Sketchbook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sketchbook-create-digital-art/id1541516345)

This app provides a versatile and user-friendly digital art creation experience for mobile devices. It offers a professional-grade toolset with customizable brushes and layers, allowing users to sketch, paint, and illustrate with ease. Perfect for both beginners and experienced artists looking to bring their ideas to life on the go.

**Highlights:** 60+ realistic brushes and tools, Multiple layers with settings, Import photos for reference, Shape draw assist and rulers, Customizable color wheel, Undo/Redo functionality, Instant sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Features - One Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Features - One Month | $8.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium Access | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $22.99 | per year |
| Annually Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium Features - One Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Annually Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Appsgonefree Deal | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Deal - Limited Period | $35.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for sketching
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Potential for more features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💰 Aggressive monetization
- 🤖 Lack of free features
- 📵 Difficult to use without paying

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Drawings not saving properly
- Unreliable performance

**Requested features**

- Add undo/redo functionality
- Improve brush quality and customization
- Implement a true free version


### Tools for Procreate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tools-for-procreate/id1559271447)

This app provides a comprehensive toolkit for Procreate users, offering a vast collection of brushes, fonts, 3D models, and design assets. Enhance your digital art with one-tap installation of unique brushes, AI-generated references, and curated color palettes. Elevate your illustrations and creative projects with professional-grade tools.

**Highlights:** 120+ handmade Procreate brushes, AI-generated art references, Curated color palettes, Unique fonts for Procreate, Digital fashion and stickers, 3D models and textures, AI soundscapes for focus

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tools Premium - Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Tools for Procreate Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Get 3k+ Brushes for Procreate | $9.99 | per month |
| Tools for Procreate Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Tools Premium - 3 Months | $12.49 | per 3 months |
| Premium Sound - Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Sound - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Sale Offer | $19.99 | per year |
| Tools Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Annually Special Offer | $34.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Access to Tools | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium - Annually | $44.99 | per year |
| Brushes for Procreate | $44.99 | per year |
| Annual Unlimited Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Tools 1 Conversion | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tools 1 Conversion | $2.99 | one-time |
| One Selected Challenge | $4.99 | one-time |
| AI References 10 Requests | $6.99 | one-time |
| Tools Premium Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Lots of brushes and tools
- 🎨 Helpful for digital art
- 💻 Works well with Procreate
- 🤩 Amazing app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Everything is behind a paywall
- 🙄 Subscription model is expensive
- 🤔 Unclear what's free vs premium
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🤷‍♀️ Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- Brushes won't install properly
- App crashes when trying to access content
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel

**Requested features**

- More free brushes and tools
- Better search and organization
- Ability to create and share custom brushes
- Lifetime purchase option instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sketchbook free?

Sketchbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tools for Procreate free?

Tools for Procreate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sketchbook or Tools for Procreate?

Tools for Procreate is rated higher. Sketchbook averages 3.9 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Tools for Procreate averages 4.5 from 17K ratings.

### Do Sketchbook or Tools for Procreate have ads?

Sketchbook shows ads; Tools for Procreate does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sketchbook or Tools for Procreate?

Sketchbook ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tools for Procreate weekly. Most recently, Sketchbook was updated on October 22, 2026 and Tools for Procreate on October 26, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*