# N vs Abstractor

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Abstractor at 71% against N's 0%. Abstractor also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. N sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Abstractor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

N ships an update every 6 months, Abstractor every 5 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | N | Abstractor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abstractor/id1588227281/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **7** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **18.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Matt Pallansch](https://appshunter.io/developer/1031093979) | [superdiagonal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588227283) |

## What reviewers say

### N

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/n-up-layouts/id1581131026)

Quickly create and test step-and-repeat layouts for printing to minimize waste and maximize material usage. Optimize sheet layouts, save designs for future use, and preview before printing.

**Highlights:** Fast step & repeat layout creation, Automatic spoilage reduction, Save and reuse layout designs, Visual layout preview, Flexible sheet and artwork options, Simple and fast to learn

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free Trial | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $5.99 | one-time |


### Abstractor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abstractor/id1588227281)

This drawing app uses generative magic and dynamic flow brushes to create unique, animated artwork. Explore infinite possibilities with brushes that respond to your gestures, imported images, and algorithmic patterns.

**Highlights:** Generative flow brushes, Image-driven velocity maps, Algorithmic particle behavior, Color shifting based on stroke, Layer support, Color source layers

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All-Access | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is N free?

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

### Is Abstractor free?

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

### Do N or Abstractor have ads?

Neither N nor Abstractor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, N or Abstractor?

N ships an update every 6 months, and Abstractor every 5 days. Most recently, N was updated on November 3, 2026 and Abstractor on November 3, 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.*