# Inkflow Visual Notebook vs Drawing

The clearest difference is rating: Inkflow Visual Notebook at 4.6 against Drawing's 3.8. Inkflow Visual Notebook also leads on ratings volume (1.9K vs 4) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). Drawing's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Inkflow Visual Notebook sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Drawing sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Inkflow Visual Notebook holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Inkflow Visual Notebook has 1.9K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Inkflow Visual Notebook ships an update every 2 months, Drawing every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Inkflow Visual Notebook | Drawing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inkflow-visual-notebook/id519524685/reviews)** | [3.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drawing-sketch-pad-and-paint/id6475313565/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.9K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 71.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 58 MB | 509 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Qrayon, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/354980265) | [Kairoos Solutions SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/978066434) |

## What reviewers say

### Inkflow Visual Notebook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inkflow-visual-notebook/id519524685)

Capture and organize ideas with a fluid digital writing experience. Sketch, jot down notes, and rearrange them with ease. Supports text, photos, and various export options.

**Highlights:** Fluid digital ink for writing and sketching, Resize and reorganize elements with touch, Full resolution zoom for detailed work, Insert text boxes and photos, Export to PDF, JPEG, and PNG, Inkport for real-world note conversion (Plus)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Inkflow Plus Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Inkflow Plus Annual Subscription | $12.99 | per year |
| Inkflow Plus | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Great for brainstorming and sketching
- 👍 Useful for note-taking and journaling
- 👍 Versatile for various purposes (work, school, art)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited features in free version
- 💰 Paid upgrade is expensive for some users
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and data loss issues
- 🔒 Lack of cloud sync and cross-device access
- 🔒 Difficult to organize and manage notebooks/pages

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and data loss
- Unreliable auto-save and syncing
- Compatibility issues with newer devices/OS
- Pen/input lag and inconsistent responsiveness

**Requested features**

- Add more pen/brush options and customization
- Implement layers and advanced drawing tools
- Improve page management (insert, delete, reorder)
- Integrate cloud sync and cross-device access
- Add password protection and locking features


### Drawing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drawing-sketch-pad-and-paint/id6475313565)

This app offers a comprehensive digital art studio for creating various art forms, from watercolor and oil painting to sketching and PDF annotation. It provides step-by-step lessons and tools that unlock as you progress, catering to both beginners and experienced artists.

**Highlights:** Realistic watercolor, oil, and acrylic painting simulation, Graphite and charcoal sketching tools, Draw, write, and mark up PDFs, Step-by-step art lessons, Apple Pencil support with pressure and tilt, AI art assistant features, Organized notebooks and folders with passcode protection

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Drawing Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Drawing Yearly | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Inkflow Visual Notebook free?

Inkflow Visual Notebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Drawing free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Inkflow Visual Notebook or Drawing?

Inkflow Visual Notebook is rated higher. Inkflow Visual Notebook averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while Drawing averages 3.8 from 4 ratings.

### Do Inkflow Visual Notebook or Drawing have ads?

Inkflow Visual Notebook shows ads; Drawing does not.

### Which is updated more often, Inkflow Visual Notebook or Drawing?

Inkflow Visual Notebook ships an update every 2 months, and Drawing every 3 weeks. Most recently, Inkflow Visual Notebook was updated on November 6, 2026 and Drawing on November 4, 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.*