Comparison

Graphic for iPad vs TouchDraw 2

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

Head to head
About

Graphic for iPad

This app offers professional-grade vector illustration and design tools for iPad. Create complex graphics, edit images, and export in various formats. It provides a comprehensive suite of features for on-the-go design work.

Highlights
  • Vector illustration tools
  • Layer-based editing
  • Import/export PSD, PDF, SVG
  • Multi-color gradients
  • Shape libraries
  • Pen tool
  • Smart alignment guides
Features
Read full description

Graphic is a full-featured graphic design and illustration application for iPad. True desktop-class editing and illustration tools on the go. "...the iOS’ answer to Adobe Illustrator" - Padgadget "Finally, Professional Vector Editing Comes to the iPad; 9/10" - AppStorm.net "Numerous options; easy to use" - Macworld Graphic has all of the tools you need to create everything from detailed technical illustrations to beautiful works of art. Create complex designs quickly and easily, even on the go. Easily share designs with the Mac and iPhone versions of Graphic using iCloud or Dropbox. Latest features: - Photoshop PSD import/export - PDF and SVG import/export - Layer FX - shadows, glows, multiple strokes and fills, etc. - Multi-color linear, radial, and angle gradients - Shape libraries - Dimension labels with precision settings - Boolean path combinations - Canvas scale, Rulers, and units (mm, cm, inches) - Pen tool multi-point selection and editing - Smart alignment guides and point snapping - Magnifier Loupe - Dropbox Integration - Autosave Layers, Text, Images, Object Groups, Multi-color Gradients, RGB / HSB / Hex color pickers, Brushes, Bezier Pen Tool, customizable Canvas Styles, Grid and Smart Guide Snapping, Image Masking, vector-based PDF and SVG file import/export, and much more! FEATURES - Brush and Pencil tools for fluid drawing and sketching - Essential set of shape tools - Multiple Layers allowing you to create complex designs - Powerful Pen tool for creating custom shapes - Color picker wheel / RGB and HSB sliders / Hex colors - Magnifier Loupe - Eraser Tool - Unlimited Layers - Linear, radial, and angle multi-color gradients - Multi-style text support, TrueType (.ttf) font import - Text gradients and text path clipping - Convert Text to Paths, Place Text on Path - Apply shadows and effects to shapes, text, and images - Rotate, scale, and shear transform tools - Snap to Grid, Smart Alignment Guides, and Point Snapping - Line dash and arrow styles - Image fill masking and cropping - Canvas Styles EXPORT / SHARE - Export drawings as vector-based PDF and SVG files - Export layered Photoshop PSD files - Export transparent PNG or JPEG images - Save and Import from Dropbox - Sync designs using iCloud - Save designs to your Photos Library - Send designs via email - Send designs directly to other iPad application - Copy and paste to and from other iPad applications - AirPrint document printing

About

TouchDraw 2

Create vector drawings and diagrams with an intuitive interface designed for touch and Apple Pencil. Ideal for flowcharts, floor plans, and technical layouts, it offers smart tools for precision and flexibility. Unlock the full experience with a one-time purchase after a free trial.

Highlights
  • Intuitive gesture-based interface
  • Smart shape recognition and snapping
  • Layers, dimensions, and connector lines
  • Supports SVG, PDF, PNG, and Visio formats
  • iCloud Drive integration
  • Free 7-day trial
Features
Read full description

TouchDraw 2 brings the power of vector drawing and diagramming to your iPad and iPhone with an interface that's easy to learn and satisfying to master. Whether you're sketching out ideas, diagramming a process, or drafting a technical layout, TouchDraw gives you the flexibility to work quickly and precisely, without unnecessary complexity. From the first tap, TouchDraw 2 feels intuitive. Use familiar multi-touch gestures and Apple Pencil to draw shapes and lines naturally. Smart guides, snap-to-grid tools, and shape recognition help beginners create polished results, while more advanced users can take advantage of layers, dimension lines, and connectors that stay intelligently linked as you move elements. TouchDraw is perfect for countless scenarios—flowcharts, floor plans, mind maps, technical drawings, illustrations, and more. It adapts to your needs without locking you into a specific workflow. This version includes a free 7-day trial, after which you can unlock the full experience with a one-time purchase. No subscriptions, no recurring fees—just a single payment to own it forever. Key Features: * Designed for touch and Apple Pencil with an intuitive, gesture-based interface * Smart shape recognition and snapping tools for easy alignment and layout * Layers, dimensions, and connector lines for detailed, organized drawings * Ideal for diagrams, plans, charts, illustrations, and other 2D visuals * Import/export to SVG, PDF, PNG, and Visio® formats; iCloud Drive support Includes a free 7-day trial with a one-time purchase to unlock the full app

Screenshots

TouchDraw 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TouchDraw 2 at Free against Graphic for iPad's $8.99. TouchDraw 2 also leads on rating (3.9 vs 3.3) and review sentiment (70% vs 57%). Graphic for iPad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (334 vs 21). On update cadence, ads 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

TouchDraw 2 is free to download; Graphic for iPad costs $8.99 up front. TouchDraw 2 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Graphic for iPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TouchDraw 2 holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Graphic for iPad has 334 ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Graphic for iPad's written reviews are positive against 70% of TouchDraw 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Graphic for iPad ships an update every 5 weeks, TouchDraw 2 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and July 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Graphic for iPad versus TouchDraw 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGraphic for iPadTouchDraw 2
Price$8.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (334 ratings)3.9 (21 ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.9% of reviews70.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings334 — better21
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.2
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB114 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPicta, IncElevenworks LLC

Customer experience

Graphic for iPad

All ratings334 ratings
Positive53.3%
Neutral13.8%
Negative32.9%
Written reviews714 reviews
Positive56.9%
Neutral13.0%
Negative30.1%

TouchDraw 2

All ratings21 ratings
Positive61.9%
Neutral19.0%
Negative19.0%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral15.0%
Negative15.0%

Bugs and requests

Graphic for iPad

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes when exporting or duplicating files
  • Text editing functionality is unreliable
  • Layers and objects disappear or become uneditable
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Dropbox integration no longer working

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add auto-save and recovery features
  • Improve Apple Pencil responsiveness and accuracy
  • Implement advanced selection tools (lasso, smart select)
  • Introduce multi-artboard support
  • Expand font and gradient options

TouchDraw 2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Graphic for iPad

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

TouchDraw 2

One-time2
  • Free TrialFree
  • Unlock Editing$14.99

Questions

Is Graphic for iPad free?
Graphic for iPad costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TouchDraw 2 free?
TouchDraw 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Graphic for iPad or TouchDraw 2?
TouchDraw 2 is rated higher. Graphic for iPad averages 3.3 out of 5 from 334 ratings, while TouchDraw 2 averages 3.9 from 21 ratings.
Do Graphic for iPad or TouchDraw 2 have ads?
Neither Graphic for iPad nor TouchDraw 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Graphic for iPad or TouchDraw 2?
Graphic for iPad ships an update every 5 weeks, and TouchDraw 2 every 3 weeks. Most recently, Graphic for iPad was updated on September 24, 2026 and TouchDraw 2 on July 26, 2026.

Other comparisons