# BeFunky vs Brushstroke

The clearest difference is update cadence: Brushstroke at monthly against BeFunky's every 2 months. Brushstroke also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BeFunky sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and Brushstroke sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for BeFunky against 4.8 for Brushstroke. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11K and 14K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of BeFunky's written reviews are positive against 80% of Brushstroke's.

BeFunky ships an update every 2 months, Brushstroke monthly. Both last shipped on October 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BeFunky | Brushstroke |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/befunky/id442716817/reviews) | **[4.8 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brushstroke/id824421012/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11K | **14K** |
| Positive reviews | 74.8% of reviews | **79.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 203 MB | 126 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BeFunky Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/312166510) | [Code Organa](https://appshunter.io/developer/363410063) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Brushstroke

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brushstroke/id824421012)

Transform your photos and videos into stunning paintings with a single touch. Edit, personalize with a signature, and share your creations on social media. High-quality canvas prints of your artwork can also be ordered and delivered directly to your home.

**Highlights:** Photo to painting transformation, Video to painting transformation, Signature personalization, Social media sharing, Canvas print ordering, Multiple painting styles

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Brushstroke | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Brushstroke | $9.99 | per month |
| Brushstroke | $29.99 | per year |
| Brushstroke | $59.99 | per year |
| Illustration Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Video Paintings | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Full Version | $6.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Full Version | $7.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Full Version | $13.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Full Version | $15.99 | one-time |
| Brushstroke | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Versatile painting effects
- 💡 Helpful for planning paintings
- 🖼️ Turns photos into paintings
- 🎨 Excellent for creating art

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with saving/exporting images
- 🔍 Difficult to find/select photos
- 💰 Expensive for some features
- 🖼️ Printed results not always accurate

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when importing certain photos
- Saved images disappear from camera roll
- Slider controls not working as expected

**Requested features**

- More painting/filter styles
- Ability to adjust brush size/strokes
- Better photo organization/search
- Improved printing quality/options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BeFunky free?

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

### Is Brushstroke free?

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

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

Brushstroke is rated higher. BeFunky averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Brushstroke averages 4.8 from 14K ratings.

### Do BeFunky or Brushstroke have ads?

Neither BeFunky nor Brushstroke shows ads.

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

BeFunky ships an update every 2 months, and Brushstroke monthly. Most recently, BeFunky was updated on October 1, 2026 and Brushstroke on October 1, 2026.

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