Comparison

Tattoo Stencil vs Line Ripper

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

Head to head
About

Tattoo Stencil

This app helps tattoo artists prepare and edit designs for stenciling and printing. It offers tools to convert images into stencils or create original artwork from scratch. Designs can be saved and printed wirelessly in various formats.

Highlights
  • Convert images to stencils
  • Create designs from scratch
  • Flexible printing options
  • Save edited designs
  • User-friendly interface
  • Wireless printing (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth)
Features
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Tattoo Stencil - Pro is the ultimate tool for tattoo artists, designed to simplify your creative process. Whether you're sketching a new design, stenciling an image, or preparing a final print, Tattoo Stencil - Pro makes it easy to prepare, edit, and bring your designs to life. Key Features: - Design Tools: Convert images into ready-to-print stencils with ease, or build your tattoo design from scratch using Compose Mode. - Flexible Printing: Print your designs in various formats, including single prints, sleeves, and large pieces, directly via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. - Save Your Work: Easily save edited images to your device for future use. - User-Friendly Interface: Simple and intuitive for professionals and beginners alike. Tattoo Stencil Pro is a subscription-based app and requires an active subscription to access all features. Start with a 7-day free trial. You get full access to every feature, free for 7 days. If you don’t cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends, your subscription starts automatically and you’ll be charged for the plan you chose. Available subscriptions: - Monthly subscription: €2.99/month - Yearly subscription: €24.99/year With an active subscription, you get: - Convert images into ready-to-print tattoo stencils - Create custom tattoo designs using layers, text, and drawing tools - Print designs via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi in multiple formats (single page, sleeve, and large multi-page layouts) - Unlimited access to all features Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the end of the free trial, or at confirmation of purchase if no trial applies. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. If you buy a subscription during the free trial, any unused part of the trial is forfeited. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings at any time. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tattoostencil-pro.com/privacy-policy.html

About

Line Ripper

Features
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Turn any artwork into a clean, tattoo-ready stencil in seconds. Line Ripper is built for tattoo artists: bring in a photo or a design, generate crisp linework with a model trained specifically for tattoo work, and fine-tune the result until it's ready for skin. WATCH YOUR ART TRANSFORM Upload any artwork and get a print-ready stencil in seconds. No tracing, no tedious prep work. PERFECT LINES Crisp, clean outlines that transfer flawlessly. Every detail preserved, every line intentional — from intricate fine-line work to bold traditional designs. FULL CONTROL Adjust opacity, line thickness, and stencil color right in the Studio. Compare against your reference, then dial it in until it matches your vision. YOUR GALLERY, EVERYWHERE Every image and stencil lives in your gallery, synced with your Line Ripper account. BUILT FOR THE SHOP Save stencils to Photos or share them straight into your thermal printer workflow. Start free and create your first stencil today. SUBSCRIPTIONS Line Ripper Pro and Studio are optional monthly subscriptions that raise your monthly stencil limit and expand your storage. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase, and renews automatically each month unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://www.lineripper.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.lineripper.com/privacy

Screenshots

Tattoo Stencil4 screens
Line Ripper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Line Ripper at every 4 days against Tattoo Stencil's every 6 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. Tattoo Stencil sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Line Ripper sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tattoo Stencil ships an update every 6 months, Line Ripper every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Tattoo Stencil versus Line Ripper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTattoo StencilLine Ripper
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB81 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAdis MacicLine Ripper Inc.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Tattoo Stencil

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$22.991 Year
2 purchases

Line Ripper

Subscriptions2
  • Line Ripper Pro$19.001 Month
  • Line Ripper Studio$49.001 Month

Questions

Is Tattoo Stencil free?
Tattoo Stencil is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Line Ripper free?
Line Ripper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tattoo Stencil or Line Ripper have ads?
Neither Tattoo Stencil nor Line Ripper shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tattoo Stencil or Line Ripper?
Tattoo Stencil ships an update every 6 months, and Line Ripper every 4 days. Most recently, Tattoo Stencil was updated on November 8, 2026 and Line Ripper on October 31, 2026.

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