# PX12 vs Paper

The clearest difference is rating: Paper at 5.0 against PX12's 4.7. Paper also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). PX12's advantage is ratings volume (14 vs 2) and price ($4.99 vs $6.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

PX12 costs $4.99 and Paper $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Paper holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PX12 has 14 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PX12 ships an update every 3 weeks, Paper every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PX12 | Paper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$4.99** | $6.99 |
| Rating | [4.7 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/px12/id1660174843/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paper-3d-drawing-studio/id6765533141/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **14** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 28 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26.4 |
| Devices | iPad | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jonathan Kaufman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1493687025) | [Imran Gul](https://appshunter.io/developer/1445508793) |

## What reviewers say

### PX12

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/px12/id1660174843)

Create quick and stylish pixel-based animations with a 12-frame sequencer. Inspired by audio gear and early computer art, this tool lets you make fun looping animations for music or social sharing. Explore frame-by-frame creation with dynamic patterns and colors.

**Highlights:** 12-frame pixel animation, Quick animation creation, Looping animation, Frame-by-frame animation, Pattern and color exploration, Inspired by retro art software

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Paper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paper-3d-drawing-studio/id6765533141)

Create intricate 3D models with a tactile, paper-art feel. This app offers unparalleled spatial freedom, allowing you to draw directly into 3D space without a canvas. Sculpt complex shapes using intuitive tools and realistic materials.

**Highlights:** Zero-canvas 3D drawing, Intuitive OmniJoystick control, Tactile drawing and geometry tools, Realistic material library, Cinematic lighting presets, Professional export options (USDZ, OBJ)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PX12 free?

PX12 costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Paper free?

Paper costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PX12 or Paper?

Paper is rated higher. PX12 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Paper averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do PX12 or Paper have ads?

Neither PX12 nor Paper shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PX12 or Paper?

PX12 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Paper every 9 days. Most recently, PX12 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Paper on October 22, 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.*