Comparison

JustSketchMe vs DanteAR

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

JustSketchMe

This app provides artists with tools to quickly create reference scenes for their artwork. It offers a variety of character models, props, and posing options to bring creative ideas to life.

Highlights
  • Posable character models
  • Intricate hand posing
  • Extreme perspective settings
  • Dynamic lighting
  • Hundreds of props
  • Pose library
  • Cloud saving
Features
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Simple enough for the aspiring artist; powerful enough for the veteran illustrator. JustSketchMe helps artists take their idea from concept to creation fast. Spend less time planning, and more time focusing on what matters most: making great art. With simple yet powerful tools; JustSketchMe helps you create any scene as a reference piece for your next artwork. Your imagination is the limit. Highlights: - Dozens of posable character models - Intricate hand posing - Set extreme perspectives - Dynamic lighting - Hundreds of props - A full pose library - Saving your work in the cloud “JustSketchMe combines a wealth of features with an interface that won't keep you hunting through menus—crucial when you're trying to stay in the creative groove.” - PC Mag “This pose reference tool is a gamechanger” - IGN Southeast Asia The subscription to JustSketchMe Pro gives you access to more powerful tools, props, and characters. Updated with new content regularly. Report a bug: https://justsketch.me/bugs Request a feature: https://justsketchme.nolt.io Terms of service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

DanteAR

Features
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"Co-Interaction" is an Art group dedicated to the implementation of Hi-tech assisted artistic projects. Through the application you can interact with the augmented reality in DanteAR project of the group.

Screenshots

JustSketchMe4 screens
DanteAR2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DanteAR at none against JustSketchMe's 5. JustSketchMe's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 29 months). 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. JustSketchMe sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. DanteAR asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JustSketchMe ships an update fortnightly, DanteAR every 29 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
JustSketchMe versus DanteAR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJustSketchMeDanteAR
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (170 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews52.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings170 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 29 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB552 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJustSketchMe (Pty) LtdCodera EOOD

Bugs and requests

JustSketchMe

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • Blue highlight screen glitch when manipulating joints (makes app unusable until restart)
  • App crashes and resets work progress unexpectedly
  • Frequent freezing for 5+ seconds when moving body parts
  • License key not working on app despite working on website
  • Subscription purchases not granting access to premium features
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  • Restore purchases not functioning properly
  • License key error claiming too many users despite minimal usage
  • Female model appears by default and cannot be removed
  • Limbs stretch and distort when resized and bent
  • Thumbs have incorrect joint count (three instead of proper anatomy)
  • Hand cannot reach face when bent due to proportions
  • App requires website access, incompatible with parental restrictions
  • Scene erases after 15-20 minutes of use
  • Upgrade button not responding when clicked
  • Subscription not syncing between web and app versions

Requested features

18 requests
  • Lower pricing or tiered payment options ($3-25 range)
  • Free trial period before purchase commitment
  • Auto-save and pre-save functionality
  • Ability to save at least one pose for free
  • Pre-made pose library in free version
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  • Body morphing and customization (bust size, muscle definition, weight)
  • Realistic hairstyle options
  • Non-binary gender model options
  • Male and female character variants for special models
  • XYZ movement controls as optional alternative to rotation-only
  • Adjustable joint button sizes to reduce UI clutter
  • Confirmation prompt for clear stage button
  • Free basic props and weapons
  • Image import/upload feature in app
  • Better limb resizing without stretching distortion
  • Anatomically correct proportions
  • More diverse character models and environments
  • Ability to purchase specific features instead of full bundles

DanteAR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

JustSketchMe

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Subscription$11.991 Month
  • 3 Month Subscription$28.993 Months
  • 6 Month Subscription$48.996 Months
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  • Yearly Subscription$71.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$99.99
None

DanteAR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JustSketchMe free?
JustSketchMe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DanteAR free?
DanteAR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do JustSketchMe or DanteAR have ads?
Neither JustSketchMe nor DanteAR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JustSketchMe or DanteAR?
JustSketchMe ships an update fortnightly, and DanteAR every 29 months. Most recently, JustSketchMe was updated on October 29, 2026 and DanteAR on October 27, 2026.

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