# Concepts vs Prêt à Template

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Concepts at 77% against Prêt à Template's 24%. Concepts also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Concepts sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Prêt à Template sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $13.90 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Concepts holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27K and 13K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Concepts's written reviews are positive against 24% of Prêt à Template's.

Concepts ships an update fortnightly, Prêt à Template every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Concepts | Prêt à Template |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/concepts/id560586497/reviews)** | [4.2 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pret-a-template/id839537579/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **27K** | 13K |
| Positive reviews | **77.0% of reviews** | 23.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #164 | **#143** |
| Size | 267 MB | 1.5 GB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TopHatch, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/560586500) | [Prêt-à-Template](https://appshunter.io/developer/839537582) |

## What reviewers say

### Concepts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/concepts/id560586497)

**Currently charting:** #164 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

This flexible vector-based sketchbook offers an infinite canvas for ideation and design. Easily sketch, take notes, and create detailed designs with editable strokes and powerful tools. Share your work in various formats for seamless collaboration and professional output.

**Highlights:** Infinite canvas, Vector-based sketching, Realistic pens, pencils, and brushes, Editable vector elements, Unlimited layers, Scale and measurement tools, Object libraries

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Everything Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Everything Monthly + Trial | $4.99 | per month |
| Everything Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Everything Yearly + Trial | $29.99 | per year |
| Shape Library | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pen Brush Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Body Forms | $1.99 | one-time |
| Make Your Own Objects | $3.99 | one-time |
| Essentials (iPhone Only) | $4.99 | one-time |
| PDF Essentials | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack  Legacy | $7.99 | one-time |
| 10 Object Packs | $14.99 | one-time |
| Essentials | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Infinite canvas
- 👍 Intuitive and customizable interface
- 🎨 Powerful drawing and sketching tools
- 💡 Versatile for various use cases (architecture, design, note-taking)
- 🔒 Responsive customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Steep learning curve for some users
- 💰 Subscription model can be expensive for casual users
- 🔧 Limited text handling and editing capabilities
- 🔀 Inconsistent behavior of certain tools (e.g., eraser, alignment)

**Reported bugs**

- Memory issues when working with large, complex drawings
- Inconsistent behavior of the eraser tool
- Inaccuracies in the snap-to-grid and measurement tools
- Exporting issues, such as loss of data or poor quality

**Requested features**

- Improved text editing and formatting options
- Better color selection and customization tools
- Collaboration and real-time sharing features
- Seamless integration with other design/productivity apps
- Syncing and backup capabilities across devices


### Prêt à Template

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pret-a-template/id839537579)

**Currently charting:** #143 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Design fashion collections from initial sketches to finished concepts. This professional app offers specialized tools for fashion sketching, illustration, and product development, supporting both students and industry professionals.

**Highlights:** Fashion sketching and illustration tools, Realistic product and linework templates, AI-powered template suggestions, Integrated mood board workspace, Extensive fashion library (fabrics, trims, etc.), Expressive digital sketching canvas

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $13.90 | per month |
| Unlimited Access | $25.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly | $98.90 | per year |
| Animal Print | $1.99 | one-time |
| Chess Pattern | $1.99 | one-time |
| Floral Pattern | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tailoring Pattern | $1.99 | one-time |
| Winter Pattern | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bronze Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Silver Pack | $10.99 | one-time |
| Gold Pack | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Awesome app
- 👍 Great for fashion design
- 💡 Helpful for aspiring fashion designers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Everything is behind a paywall
- 🔒 Limited free features
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🤔 Confusing UI

**Reported bugs**

- Designs disappearing unexpectedly
- Freezing and crashing issues
- Syncing and saving problems

**Requested features**

- More free templates and tools
- Ability to save and organize designs
- Customizable color palettes
- Improved undo/redo functionality
- More body type options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Concepts free?

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

### Is Prêt à Template free?

Prêt à Template is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Concepts or Prêt à Template?

Concepts is rated higher. Concepts averages 4.7 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while Prêt à Template averages 4.2 from 13K ratings.

### Do Concepts or Prêt à Template have ads?

Neither Concepts nor Prêt à Template shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Concepts or Prêt à Template?

Concepts ships an update fortnightly, and Prêt à Template every 8 days. Most recently, Concepts was updated on October 14, 2026 and Prêt à Template on October 14, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Concepts or Prêt à Template?

Concepts currently peaks at #164 in the App Store charts, and Prêt à Template at #143. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*