# ArtPics vs PixelMaster

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PixelMaster at none against ArtPics's 2. PixelMaster also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (60% vs 44%). ArtPics's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 8 months) and rating (3.2 vs 3.0). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

ArtPics costs $0.99 and PixelMaster $0.29 up front. ArtPics sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. PixelMaster asks for nothing beyond the download.

ArtPics holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ArtPics has 10 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of ArtPics's written reviews are positive against 60% of PixelMaster's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

ArtPics ships an update every 4 weeks, PixelMaster every 8 months. Both last shipped on September 9, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ArtPics | PixelMaster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **$0.29** |
| Rating | **[3.2 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artpics/id1544707791/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixelmaster-image-pixelator/id6502478442/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **10** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 43.8% of reviews | **60.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#64** |
| Size | 60 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anyi County Bingzhiyi Trading Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1544707793) | [辉章 何](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687027088) |

## What reviewers say

### ArtPics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artpics/id1544707791)

Transform your photos into masterpieces with a vast library of art filters. Apply effects inspired by famous artists or create comic and watercolor styles with a single tap. Refine your images with editing tools to capture and enhance your most beautiful moments.

**Highlights:** 100+ art filter styles, AI art transformations, One-click comic/watercolor/sketch effects, Photo retouching tools, Regular filter updates, Membership for exclusive styles

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ArtPics Month Vip | $0.99 | per month |
| ArtPics Year Vip | $6.99 | per year |


### PixelMaster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixelmaster-image-pixelator/id6502478442)

**Currently charting:** #64 Top Paid · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

This app allows users to create custom pixel art from images using various pixel shapes, scales, and sizes. It offers high-speed rendering and cross-platform compatibility for artistic creations, personalized gifts, and digital design projects.

**Highlights:** Custom pixel shapes, Advanced pixelation, High-speed rendering, Cross-platform compatibility, Multiple use cases

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ArtPics free?

ArtPics costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is PixelMaster free?

PixelMaster costs $0.29, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ArtPics or PixelMaster?

ArtPics is rated higher. ArtPics averages 3.2 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while PixelMaster averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do ArtPics or PixelMaster have ads?

ArtPics shows ads; PixelMaster does not.

### Which is updated more often, ArtPics or PixelMaster?

ArtPics ships an update every 4 weeks, and PixelMaster every 8 months. Most recently, ArtPics was updated on September 9, 2026 and PixelMaster on September 9, 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.*