# ArtStudio vs BeFunky

The clearest difference is price: BeFunky at Free against ArtStudio's $4.99. BeFunky also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 559). ArtStudio's advantage is chart position (#163 vs unranked) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On rating, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

BeFunky is free to download; ArtStudio costs $4.99 up front. ArtStudio sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and BeFunky sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for ArtStudio against 4.7 for BeFunky. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BeFunky has 11K ratings behind it against 559, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of ArtStudio's written reviews are positive against 83% of BeFunky's.

ArtStudio ships an update monthly, BeFunky every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ArtStudio | BeFunky |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.6 (559 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artstudio-draw-and-paint/id354818333/reviews) | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/befunky/id442716817/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 559 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | **90.4% of reviews** | 83.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#163** | — |
| Size | 42 MB | 212 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lucky Clan](https://appshunter.io/developer/294866851) | [BeFunky Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/312166510) |

## What reviewers say

### ArtStudio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artstudio-draw-and-paint/id354818333)

**Currently charting:** #163 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app offers comprehensive sketching, painting, and photo editing tools with a powerful graphics engine and a user-friendly interface. It provides advanced drawing algorithms for precise and fast creation, along with a wide array of brushes and editing options.

**Highlights:** Flexible canvas sizes, 16 diverse drawing tools, 450 high-quality brushes, Customizable stroke settings, Layer options and masks, Import/export in multiple formats, Extensive filter library

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Brush Pack | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Powerful photo editing and drawing capabilities
- 🎨 Extensive set of tools and features
- 🖌️ Customizable brushes and textures
- 💾 Ability to save and export in various formats
- 🔍 Detailed and intuitive user interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔍 Steep learning curve for some features
- 💾 Concerns about data loss and lack of auto-save
- 🔍 Cluttered interface and difficulty navigating menus
- 💰 Complaints about pricing and value for money

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when using certain tools or importing images
- Distortion and corruption of saved files
- Unresponsive touch input and delayed rendering
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Animation tools and timeline support
- Improved layer management and blending options
- Texture and pattern brushes
- Screen recording and timelapse features
- Better integration with cloud storage and sharing


### BeFunky

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/befunky/id442716817)

Easily edit photos, create stunning collages, and design graphics with AI-powered tools. Transform images with artistic effects, enhance portraits, and remove unwanted objects. Access a wide range of editing features and design templates.

**Highlights:** AI-powered photo editing, Artsy effects and filters, Background removal, Portrait retouching, Collage creation, Graphic design templates, Text editor with free fonts

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BeFunky Plus - Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| BeFunky Plus - Yearly | $83.90 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Awesome
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Great editing tools
- 🖼️ Excellent for collages
- 💻 Works well on desktop and mobile

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model is expensive
- 🔒 Paywall for basic features
- 🤔 Confusing UI changes
- 🙄 Forced to pay for previously free features
- 🤯 Buggy and crashes frequently

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and account problems
- Inability to upload or edit photos
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Distorted image quality after editing

**Requested features**

- Add more free filters and effects
- Improve text editing tools
- Implement batch editing for collages
- Allow custom color selection
- Add support for video editing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ArtStudio free?

ArtStudio costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is BeFunky free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ArtStudio or BeFunky?

BeFunky is rated higher. ArtStudio averages 4.6 out of 5 from 559 ratings, while BeFunky averages 4.7 from 11K ratings.

### Do ArtStudio or BeFunky have ads?

Neither ArtStudio nor BeFunky shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ArtStudio or BeFunky?

ArtStudio ships an update monthly, and BeFunky every 2 months. Most recently, ArtStudio was updated on October 29, 2026 and BeFunky on October 30, 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.*