# Zbrush vs VirtualTablet

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Zbrush at 85% against VirtualTablet's 0%. Zbrush also leads on rating (4.1 vs 2.3) and monetization model (freemium vs subscription). VirtualTablet's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Zbrush sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and VirtualTablet sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Zbrush holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zbrush has 245 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Zbrush's written reviews are positive against 0% of VirtualTablet's.

Zbrush ships an update monthly, VirtualTablet every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zbrush | VirtualTablet |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (245 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zbrush-3d-model-maker/id6612028716/reviews)** | [2.3 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtualtablet-bluetooth/id6758901525/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **245** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **85.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 1.1 GB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MAXON Computer GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438772272) | [Eunjin Joo](https://appshunter.io/developer/457294557) |

## What reviewers say

### Zbrush

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zbrush-3d-model-maker/id6612028716)

Create professional 3D models and digital sculptures on your iPad. This app offers advanced sculpting, painting, and modeling tools with desktop-quality performance, ideal for artists on the go. Seamlessly integrate with desktop workflows for a complete creative experience.

**Highlights:** Pressure-sensitive sculpting with Apple Pencil, 200+ digital sculpting brushes, Advanced 3D modeling tools, Seamless desktop-iPad workflow, High-resolution polygon support, 3D painting without UV setup

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ZBrush Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| ZBrush Annual | $89.99 | per year |


### VirtualTablet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtualtablet-bluetooth/id6758901525)

Transform your iPad or iPhone into a wireless pen tablet for your computer. Draw, write, and control your PC with precise input, ideal for digital artists and gamers. Supports Apple Pencil features like pressure sensitivity and tilt.

**Highlights:** Wireless pen tablet functionality, Apple Pencil pressure and tilt sensitivity, Screen mapping and mouse modes, Draw directly into desktop creative apps, Control PC cursor with touch, Low-latency input for rhythm games

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Subscription (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro Subscription (Annual) | $11.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime Access | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zbrush free?

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

### Is VirtualTablet free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Zbrush or VirtualTablet?

Zbrush is rated higher. Zbrush averages 4.1 out of 5 from 245 ratings, while VirtualTablet averages 2.3 from 8 ratings.

### Do Zbrush or VirtualTablet have ads?

VirtualTablet shows ads; Zbrush does not.

### Which is updated more often, Zbrush or VirtualTablet?

Zbrush ships an update monthly, and VirtualTablet every 9 days. Most recently, Zbrush was updated on October 1, 2026 and VirtualTablet on September 22, 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.*