Comparison

VectorPaint vs Phorma

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

Head to head
About

VectorPaint

Create and edit vector illustrations with a powerful toolset inspired by desktop software. Features include advanced path manipulation, layer management, and grid snapping for precise designs. Export your artwork in various formats.

Highlights
  • Vector illustration creation and editing
  • Metal-powered rendering for speed
  • Advanced path manipulation tools
  • Layer isolation and outline modes
  • Grid and ruler snapping
  • Export artwork
Features
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VectorPaint is a vector drawing and SVG editing app for iPhone and iPad. Create illustrations, design logos, draw icons and compose posters with editable paths, shapes and text. Draw freely, refine precisely Use the pen, freehand and shape tools to build your artwork. Edit Bézier nodes, curves and outlines, then arrange objects with alignment, distribution, grids and guides. Zoom into your canvas to refine the details. Bring layers, color and type together Organize artwork with layers and groups. Adjust opacity, fills, strokes and gradients, use masks to control what appears, and place text along a path. Combine lettering and graphics for logos, illustrations and layouts. Trace images into editable paths Import an image as a reference or generate a vector tracing preview before applying it. Tracing works best with logos, line art and flat-color images. Photos are quantized to your chosen number of colors, so results depend on the source image. Export for your next step Import SVG, VectorPaint, Inkpad and common image files. Export SVG, PDF and PNG, or keep an editable VectorPaint document. PNG supports transparent backgrounds. SVG and PDF may include bitmap elements from your artwork; export does not automatically turn every object into vectors. A local workspace for your artwork Drawing and artwork management use local files and work offline. Keep projects organized with groups, tags and favorites. Use undo, redo, versions, recently deleted artwork and backups to manage your creative process. For anyone looking for vector illustration, SVG editing, logo creation and graphic artwork on iPhone or iPad, VectorPaint brings paths, layers, color and typography into one workspace.

About

Phorma

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Create stunning generative art with Phorma. No coding required and no AI involved. Generate unlimited unique designs with a few simple taps. Features: • 10 Algorithms to choose from: Each offers a unique artistic style. More coming soon! • Customizable parameters: Adjust settings like color, line weight, and tile size for endless combinations. • Pick colors your way: Use a minimal picker or the full system color picker. • Autogenerate designs: Hit play to generate new designs on a timer. • Full screen mode: Hide controls to immerse yourself in your creations. • Save & Share: Easily save your art or share your designs with friends.

Screenshots

VectorPaint4 screens
Phorma3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Phorma at Free against VectorPaint's $0.99. Phorma also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 12 months). VectorPaint's advantage is chart position (#154 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, 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

Phorma is free to download; VectorPaint costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VectorPaint ships an update every 12 months, Phorma every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
VectorPaint versus Phorma: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVectorPaintPhorma
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#154 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnyi County Bingzhiyi Trading Co., Ltd.Jose Villegas

In-app purchases

None

VectorPaint

No in-app purchases

None

Phorma

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VectorPaint free?
VectorPaint costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Phorma free?
Phorma is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VectorPaint or Phorma have ads?
Neither VectorPaint nor Phorma shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VectorPaint or Phorma?
VectorPaint ships an update every 12 months, and Phorma every 2 weeks. Most recently, VectorPaint was updated on October 12, 2026 and Phorma on October 7, 2026.

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