Comparison

Skip Search vs iDrawBoard

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

Head to head
About

Skip Search

This app offers a one-handed, user-friendly search experience with customizable button placement for thumb accessibility. It allows users to register frequently used search terms and access search history with a single tap, streamlining web searches and browsing.

Highlights
  • One-handed operation
  • Customizable button layout
  • Register frequent search terms
  • Search history buttons
  • RSS feed integration
  • Built-in browser
  • URL scheme assignment
Features
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SkipSearch is a one-handed, easy-to-use search app. App Features: Buttons placed within reach of the thumb - Frequently used buttons such as the search execution button and keyboard open/close button are placed within reach of the thumb. Layout can be changed for left hand - The placement of the buttons can be changed to within reach of the left thumb. Register frequently used search words as buttons - Do you find yourself using the same words over and over again when searching the Web? With Skip Search, you can register frequently used search terms as buttons and type them into the search window with a single tap. and enter them in the search window with a single tap. Record usage history of search words - The history of words used in a search is displayed as a button, and can be entered again in the search window with a single tap. Obtaining RSS Feeds - You can obtain fast-rising words and other information from RSS feeds and display them as buttons. Built-in Browser - You can browse results more quickly than launching a separate browser application. You can also record browsing history and register bookmarks. URL scheme assignment - The search execution button can be assigned different URL schemes for tap (default), up-swipe, side-swipe, and down-swipe, allowing not only search, but also integration with your favorite apps. Search by clipboard text - Text in the clipboard can be used for searching from the menu that appears by long-pressing the icon on the home screen.

About

iDrawBoard

Features
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iDrawBoard - Sketch and Notes Unleash your creativity with iDrawBoard, the ultimate sketching and note-taking app designed for iPhone and iPad. Whether you're jotting down ideas, sketching concepts, or creating detailed artwork, iDrawBoard provides a seamless and intuitive experience tailored to your needs. Key Features: User-Friendly Interface: Navigate effortlessly through a clean and intuitive layout, allowing you to focus on your creativity without distractions. Extensive Toolset: Access a wide range of brushes, pens, and markers, each customizable to match your preferred style and technique. Apple Pencil Integration: Experience precise control with full support for Apple Pencil, including pressure sensitivity for nuanced strokes and shading. Smooth Performance: Enjoy a lag-free experience, ensuring that your lines and strokes appear instantly as you draw or write. Easy Export Options: Share your creations effortlessly with export options in PNG or PDF formats, compatible with various platforms and applications. Share your work with your friends, gain inspiration and enhance your skills. Why Choose iDrawBoard? Versatility: Ideal for students, professionals, artists, and hobbyists, iDrawBoard caters to a wide range of creative and practical applications. Customization: Tailor your workspace and tools to match your workflow, enhancing productivity and comfort. Reliability: Built with performance in mind, iDrawBoard ensures a stable and responsive experience, even with complex projects. Download iDrawBoard Today! Unlock your creative potential with iDrawBoard. Download now and experience the ultimate sketching and note-taking app for iPhone and iPad.

Screenshots

Skip Search4 screens
iDrawBoard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Skip Search at fortnightly against iDrawBoard's every 8 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Both are free to download. Skip Search sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and iDrawBoard sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Skip Search ships an update fortnightly, iDrawBoard every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Skip Search versus iDrawBoard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkip SearchiDrawBoard
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 8 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB18 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperKazuhiro SawamuraRodrigo Belloso

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Skip Search

One-time1
  • Hide Ads$3.99
1 purchases

iDrawBoard

One-time1
  • iDrawBoard Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Skip Search free?
Skip Search is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iDrawBoard free?
iDrawBoard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Skip Search or iDrawBoard have ads?
Both Skip Search and iDrawBoard show ads.
Which is updated more often, Skip Search or iDrawBoard?
Skip Search ships an update fortnightly, and iDrawBoard every 8 months. Most recently, Skip Search was updated on October 5, 2026 and iDrawBoard on October 25, 2026.

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