Comparison

Simple Drawing vs Wpixel

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

Head to head
About

Simple Drawing

This app uses augmented reality to project images onto a surface, allowing users to trace and create drawings. It offers various tools and a library of images to help users of all skill levels learn to draw and create art.

Highlights
  • AR art projector
  • Camera tracing
  • Adjustable settings
  • Extensive image library
  • Photo to sketch conversion
  • Video recording
  • Beginner tutorials
Features
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Release your artistic talent with our advanced art projector app! Whether you want to learn how to sketch anime or create beautiful masterpieces, this tracing tool makes drawing easier than ever. How to Start: 1. Open the app, prepare a pencil and a piece of paper or sketch book. 2. Choose a photo from your gallery or our extensive library (anime, cute designs, animals, aesthetics, and more). 3. Fix your phone on a support, adjust transparency, and start tracing! Key Features: • Art Projector: Project and trace lines with advanced image-to-sketch tools. • Camera Integration: Trace anything directly through your lens and color with ease. • Custom Settings: Easily adjust opacity, pattern size, rotation. • Video Recording: Record your creative process and share your artwork with friends. • Step-by-Step Tutorials: Easy guides designed for beginners to learn outlines quickly. Turn your photos into beautiful line sketches and start your creative journey anytime, anywhere! [Subscription Member Instructions] 1. Users can only unlock all painting resources, remove ads and other user rights after becoming members through paid subscription. 2. Subscription period: weekly membership, monthly membership, annual membership. 3. Subscription price: subject to the in-app package price. 4. Payment: After confirming the purchase and payment, the iTunes account will be recorded. 5. The iTunes account will be deducted within 24 hours before the expiration date. After the deduction is successful, the subscription period will be postponed to the next subscription period. 6. If you need to cancel the continuous subscription, please turn off the continuous subscription at least 24 hours before the subscription period. 7. Open the Apple phone [Settings] -> Click [iTunes Store and App Store] -> Click [Apple ID] -> [View Apple ID] -> [Subscription], and choose to cancel the subscription. If you do not turn off the subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, this subscription will be automatically renewed. Privacy Policy: https://droid-fun.com/Privacy.html Terms of Use: https://droid-fun.com/ideafun-terms.html

About

Wpixel

Easily transform your photos into pixel art illustrations with just a tap. This app uses AI to automatically generate pixelated versions of your images, requiring no special knowledge or complex settings. Simply select or capture a photo and let the AI do the rest.

Highlights
  • Convert photos to pixel art
  • AI-powered image generation
  • Simple two-step process
  • No special knowledge required
  • Select or capture photos
Features
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Wpixel is an app that lets anyone easily turn photos into pixel art with just a few taps. Create stunning pixel-style artwork from your favorite photos in seconds. No design skills or editing experience required. Features • Easy to Use Simply choose a photo and tap the convert button. No complicated settings or technical knowledge needed. Our AI automatically generates pixel art, making it perfect for beginners. How It Works 1. Select a photo from your library or take a new picture. 2. Tap the "Convert Image" button. 3. Instantly transform your photo into beautiful pixel art. Privacy Policy: https://peppermint-stilton-a2f.notion.site/Wpixel-Privacy-Policy-37ad184e1c34803ab84cd0ab668f9e15 Terms of Use: https://peppermint-stilton-a2f.notion.site/Wpixel-Terms-of-Use-37ad184e1c3480fd9a22fe1fc8baf43b

Screenshots

Simple Drawing4 screens
Wpixel2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Simple Drawing at 80% against Wpixel's 30%. Simple Drawing also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (412 vs 106). Wpixel's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Simple Drawing sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Wpixel sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Simple Drawing holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 412 and 106 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Simple Drawing's written reviews are positive against 30% of Wpixel's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Drawing ships an update fortnightly, Wpixel every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Simple Drawing versus Wpixel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple DrawingWpixel
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (412 ratings) — better4.4 (106 ratings)
Positive reviews79.7% of reviews — better30.0% of reviews
Number of ratings412 — better106
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size138 MB12 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperDROID LIMITEDHung Le

Customer experience

Simple Drawing

All ratings412 ratings
Positive93.9%
Neutral0.7%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews74 reviews
Positive79.7%
Neutral5.4%
Negative14.9%

Wpixel

All ratings106 ratings
Positive85.8%
Neutral0.9%
Negative13.2%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive30.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative60.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Simple Drawing

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly13 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly27 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium$9.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Yearly Promo$19.991 Year
  • Monthly Premium$19.991 Month
  • Yearly$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium$39.991 Year
1 purchases

Wpixel

Subscriptions1
  • Get free trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days

Questions

Is Simple Drawing free?
Simple Drawing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wpixel free?
Wpixel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Simple Drawing or Wpixel?
Simple Drawing is rated higher. Simple Drawing averages 4.7 out of 5 from 412 ratings, while Wpixel averages 4.4 from 106 ratings.
Do Simple Drawing or Wpixel have ads?
Simple Drawing shows ads; Wpixel does not.
Which is updated more often, Simple Drawing or Wpixel?
Simple Drawing ships an update fortnightly, and Wpixel every 10 days. Most recently, Simple Drawing was updated on October 18, 2026 and Wpixel on October 15, 2026.

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