QuickSketchDaily vs DrawInstead
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
QuickSketchDaily
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"Discover the QuickSketchDaily App: Your Go-To for Daily Doodles! Looking for a quick burst of creativity? Look no further than our easy-to-use app featuring the latest sketches from QuickSketchDaily. Whether you're into people, animals, or just random doodles, we've got you covered. Scroll through a variety of drawings handpicked for your inspiration. From portraits to pets to quirky designs, there's something new every day to spark your imagination. Stay in the loop with daily updates and join a community of fellow art lovers. Share your favorites and get inspired by others as you explore the world of sketching together. Download the QuickSketchDaily App today and let the creativity flow with a daily dose of doodles!"
DrawInstead
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**Draw Instead** is a simple, playful app that gives you fun drawing prompts to take a quick break, refresh your mind, and refocus your attention. Think of it as a creative reset button for your day. **How it works:** 1. Get a fun prompt 2. Pick a timer (5, 7, 10 or 15 minutes) β or draw freely without one. 3. Grab your paper and pencil (or any medium you like). 4. Try the weekly challenge β new prompts every Monday. 5. Snap a photo of your drawing to save and share. **Examples of prompts:** - *Simple:* βA hedgehog holding an umbrellaβ / βA fish reading a bookβ - *Surreal:* βA rabbit jumping between moonsβ / βA rainbow wearing sunglassesβ **Free to use** Draw Instead is free to download and use, supported by occasional ads.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: DrawInstead at none against QuickSketchDaily's shown. DrawInstead also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). QuickSketchDaily's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
QuickSketchDaily ships an update daily, DrawInstead every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QuickSketchDaily | DrawInstead |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily β better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | No β better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Scott Jenkins | Utensil Design Workshop LLC |
In-app purchases
QuickSketchDaily
No in-app purchases
DrawInstead
No in-app purchases
Questions
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