Comparison

Graph Paper Maker vs Magic PiP

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

Head to head
About

Graph Paper Maker

Easily create custom graph paper for notes, planning, design, or study. Choose grid sizes, margins, and colors, then export as a PDF or image. A one-time purchase unlocks advanced line customization and removes ads.

Highlights
  • Customizable grid size
  • Adjustable margins and colors
  • Vector PDF and image export
  • Shareable via iOS share sheet
  • Advanced line styling (Pro)
  • Specify mode for line selection
Features
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Create graph paper exactly the way you need—quickly and easily. Basic graph paper and PDF or image export are free. Customize the grid, margins, and colors, then save or share. ■Free • Flexible grid size (square or rectangular) • Separate spacing and line width for rows and columns • Set the number of lines • Adjustable margins • Line and background colors • Center and cross guide lines • Export as a vector PDF or an image • Share via the iOS share sheet ■Pro (one-time purchase) A one-time purchase unlocks the features below. There is no subscription. • Separate colors for horizontal and vertical lines • Odd or even lines, every other line, a custom interval, or only the lines you choose • Skip a set count starting from a chosen line • Star, circle, and double guide lines • No ads In Specify mode, line numbers appear on the preview so you can pick the right line. Exported PDFs and images do not include those numbers. If you already bought this app, Pro stays unlocked at no extra charge. ■How to Use Choose a paper size Adjust the grid size and settings Preview your layout Export as a PDF or image ■Perfect For Creating custom graph paper for notes or planning Printing grids for design, study, or work Anyone who wants a simple and fast tool Designed to be minimal and easy to use. Create the graph paper you need—anytime.

About

Magic PiP

View multiple types of content in a floating window that hovers over other applications. Supports images, videos, documents, web pages, and utility tools like clocks and timers. Easily share content to the PiP window for seamless multitasking.

Highlights
  • Picture-in-Picture window
  • Supports images and videos
  • View PDFs and TXT files
  • Display PowerPoint slides
  • Clipboard text viewer
  • Web page viewer
  • Clock, stopwatch, and timer
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You never think this is even possible. Magic PiP is an app that can let you view all kinds of stuff in the PiP window. And it can float above other apps, almost like a split-screen! Contents supported: Multiple Images / Video PDF / TXT PowerPoint Slides (.ppt / .pptx) Texts from the clipboard Web page Clock / Stopwatch / Timer Counter Allow open all the stuff from the share sheet. Allow turning pages in the PiP window. Also an auto page-turning feature for reading TXT files.

Screenshots

Graph Paper Maker4 screens
Magic PiP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Magic PiP at 78% against Graph Paper Maker's 0%. Magic PiP also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 7 months). Graph Paper Maker's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Graph Paper Maker ships an update every 7 months, Magic PiP every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Graph Paper Maker versus Magic PiP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGraph Paper MakerMagic PiP
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (20 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews77.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—20 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerkohei yamaneJinyu Meng

Customer experience

Graph Paper Maker

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Magic PiP

All ratings18 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral5.6%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%

In-app purchases

None

Graph Paper Maker

No in-app purchases

None

Magic PiP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Graph Paper Maker free?
Graph Paper Maker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magic PiP free?
Magic PiP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Graph Paper Maker or Magic PiP have ads?
Graph Paper Maker shows ads; Magic PiP does not.
Which is updated more often, Graph Paper Maker or Magic PiP?
Graph Paper Maker ships an update every 7 months, and Magic PiP every 5 weeks. Most recently, Graph Paper Maker was updated on November 11, 2026 and Magic PiP on November 3, 2026.

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