# Zbrush vs Goblin Node

The clearest difference is rating: Goblin Node at 4.5 against Zbrush's 4.1. Goblin Node also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly) and device support (3 vs 1). Zbrush's advantage is ratings volume (245 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Zbrush sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Goblin Node sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Goblin Node holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zbrush has 245 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Zbrush ships an update monthly, Goblin Node every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zbrush | Goblin Node |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (245 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zbrush-3d-model-maker/id6612028716/reviews) | **[4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goblin-node-texture-lab/id6759722832/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **245** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 85.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1.1 GB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MAXON Computer GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438772272) | [Rainer Weston](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880351882) |

## 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 |


### Goblin Node

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goblin-node-texture-lab/id6759722832)

Create professional PBR textures and materials on your iPad with a touch-first, non-destructive procedural workflow. Generate reusable patterns, tileable surfaces, and complete material suites anywhere inspiration strikes, without needing a desktop rig.

**Highlights:** Touch-native procedural texturing, Non-destructive workflow, Modular material generation, PBR material suite creation, 100+ nodes including generators, 3D preview engine, One-time purchase for pro features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Unlock | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zbrush free?

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

### Is Goblin Node free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Zbrush or Goblin Node?

Goblin Node is rated higher. Zbrush averages 4.1 out of 5 from 245 ratings, while Goblin Node averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do Zbrush or Goblin Node have ads?

Neither Zbrush nor Goblin Node shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Zbrush or Goblin Node?

Zbrush ships an update monthly, and Goblin Node every 9 days. Most recently, Zbrush was updated on October 13, 2026 and Goblin Node on September 30, 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.*