Comparison

Printcil vs TatToolkit

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

Head to head
About

Printcil

Transform tattoo templates into high-quality, printable stencils quickly and accurately. Features AI-powered object selection, multiple filters, and easy background removal. Supports large motifs and all stencil printers.

Highlights
  • AI-powered object selection
  • Triple filter system
  • Background removal
  • Print large motifs
  • Free image search
  • Manual line painting
Features
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Turn your tattoo templates into precise, printable stencils - faster and more accurately than ever before. With Printcil you can create stencils of a quality that can surpass hand-drawn stencils in 10 minutes or less. Why Printcil? • More efficient than ever: Create high-quality stencils in just a few minutes - simple operation and common editing tools help you to do so. • Maximum precision: Printcil recognises up to 30 color gradations and translates them into fine, lined color boundaries - for a more precise finish. • Triple filter power: Combine the most detailed Photocopy filter, the unique Printcil filter and the new Photolines filter to create the perfect stencil. • Build Layers with AI: Select objects or parts of the image with AI and customise the stencil for them individually. • Free image search: Search for free images and use them as a starting point for your stencils. • Print large motifs: Create stencils that extend over several pages to perfectly realize even large motifs. All print paper formats supported. • Easy background removal: Remove the background of your template directly in the app - without having to use additional image editing software. • Paint additional lines: Add manual lines to your template to further perfect the design. • Compatible with all stencil printers: No matter which printer you use, Printcil works seamlessly with your device. • Made in Germany: Developed in Germany, with fast support that responds to suggestions for improvement and feature requests. Print like a hand-drawn stencil. Just faster and more precise. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TatToolkit

This app provides tattoo artists with a suite of tools to streamline their design and stencil creation process. It offers features for image enhancement, color palette generation, and seamless workflow integration, helping artists create precise tattoos more efficiently.

Highlights
  • Multiple stencil creation methods
  • Image enhancement and refinement
  • Color palette generation with ink matching
  • Layer management for composition
  • High-resolution export for printing
  • Background removal
Features
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TATTOOLKIT: THE ESSENTIAL COMPANION FOR EVERY TATTOO ARTIST TatToolkit is designed to streamline your tattoo workflow and elevate your artistry to new heights. Providing a suite of intuitive tools to optimize your design process, saving you valuable time and allowing you to focus on what you do best - creating incredible tattoos. STENCILS MADE EASY Choose from three versatile stencil methods: QuickLine, Sketchy, and Trace Combine multiple stencil types to achieve your desired look Adjust levels, add noise, and fine-tune your stencils with ease Visualize multiple stencil layers overlayed on your reference for optimal accuracy ENHANCE YOUR ARTWORK Refine and sharpen your reference images for optimal clarity Adjust brightness, contrast, saturation, and gamma to perfect your artwork Crop or transform your images to fit your canvas Convert your references to grayscale with custom channel controls Remove complex backgrounds with a single click COLOR PALETTE CREATION Generate vibrant color palettes from your reference images Identify the closest ink matches for each color In-cap mixing suggestions to help you get to the color you need LAYER MANAGEMENT Toggle layer visibility and adjust overlay colors for precise composition Create and delete layers as needed Preserve your creative process with the history and state management SEAMLESS WORKFLOW INTEGRATION Import your artwork directly from your photo library Export your stencils and enhanced references in high resolution directly to the printer TatToolkit requires a monthly subscription of $9.99 to access all features. Your subscription automatically renews each month until canceled. ABOUT US TatToolkit was developed by a team of passionate tattoo artists and designers who understand the unique challenges and needs of the industry. We are dedicated to continually improving and expanding the app's features based on feedback from our users. If you have any questions, suggestions, or feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at support@tattoolkit.com. Whether you're a seasoned tattoo artist or just starting your journey, TatToolkit empowers you to create stunning, precise tattoos with confidence. Say goodbye to hours of tedious tracing and hello to a more efficient, creative workflow. Download TatToolkit today and experience the future of tattoo design at your fingertips. Elevate your artistry, impress your clients, and join the community of forward-thinking tattoo professionals who trust TatToolkit to bring their visions to life. We are committed to providing tattoo artists with accessible, high-quality tools to support their craft. This app uses the TatToolkit End User License Agreement: https://www.tattoolkit.com/pages/tracerTOS

Screenshots

Printcil4 screens
TatToolkit3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Printcil at 5.0 against TatToolkit's 3.0. Printcil also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (63% vs 50%). TatToolkit's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). 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. Printcil sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and TatToolkit sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Printcil holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Printcil's written reviews are positive against 50% of TatToolkit's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Printcil ships an update fortnightly, TatToolkit every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Printcil versus TatToolkit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrintcilTatToolkit
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews63.2% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size457 MB207 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPrintcil UGJonathan Holbert

Customer experience

Printcil

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive63.2%
Neutral10.5%
Negative26.3%

TatToolkit

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Printcil

Subscriptions2
  • Printcil7 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Printcil7 Days trial$89.991 Year
One-time1
  • 10 Remini Credits$3.99
1 purchases

TatToolkit

Subscriptions1
  • TatToolkit Standard Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Printcil free?
Printcil is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TatToolkit free?
TatToolkit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Printcil or TatToolkit?
Printcil is rated higher. Printcil averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while TatToolkit averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Printcil or TatToolkit have ads?
Neither Printcil nor TatToolkit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Printcil or TatToolkit?
Printcil ships an update fortnightly, and TatToolkit every 2 days. Most recently, Printcil was updated on September 21, 2026 and TatToolkit on August 29, 2026.

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