DrawMate vs DrawKit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DrawMate
This app projects images onto your drawing surface, allowing you to trace them with augmented reality. It offers guided lessons and a library of images to help users of all skill levels learn and practice drawing techniques.
- AR image projection for tracing
- 50+ step-by-step drawing lessons
- 100+ ready-to-use images
- Custom photo uploads
- Adjustable image scaling and rotation
- Beginner to advanced skill levels
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Project images onto paper using your phone’s screen and trace them with confidence. Unlock your creativity with DrawMate, the handy drawing assistant. Whether you’re learning to sketch, practicing art, or just seeking a relaxing hobby, DrawMate makes it effortless and fun. - 50+ step-by-step drawing lessons - 100+ ready-to-use images in various categories - Custom uploads to trace your own photos - Adjustable scale, rotation, and transparency - Quick setup guide for accurate tracing Learn to draw with ease DrawMate works like a pocket augmented reality (AR) projector. Simply put, it overlays the image onto your drawing surface using your phone camera. This helps you trace it with precision and learn key drawing techniques anytime, anywhere. All you need is your phone, paper, pencil, and that creative feeling. Perfect for any skill level Start with our beginner lessons to guide your hand. Trace step by step to learn the drawing basics: from design and perspective to positioning, outlining, shading, and more. Experienced artists can explore DrawMate’s library of 50 more lessons to perfect their sketching skills. Works for any art style or project Want to master painting techniques? Practice tracing with 100+ ready-to-use images from nine categories - including anatomy, anime, and nature - or upload your own photos. Draw a car, something beautiful, or trace a favorite pet photo - DrawMate does it all easily. Fun for kids and adults alike DrawMate teaches drawing interactively, which is perfect for any age. Use it to help both kids and beginners learn accurate tracing easily, step by step. Try a stress-free way to introduce art and push the creative boundaries. Boost creativity with technology Use adjustable tools to scale, rotate, and position images precisely on your surface. Always keep your drawing process smooth - whether you’re practicing realistic portraits, cartoon-style illustrations, or intricate images. Our app will help you discover the joy of art in a whole new way. Start your drawing journey today with DrawMate – Download now! Premium features You will need a paid subscription to fully access the drawing lessons, image library for practice, and custom image uploads. PAYMENT AND SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS Choose between the below to access the best DrawMate features: • Monthly Subscription • Annual Subscription Your subscription will automatically renew at the same price unless you cancel. You can turn auto-renewal off at least 24 hours before the end of the billing period. You can also cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple account settings. Support: support@drawmate.ai. Terms of Use: https://drawmate.ai/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://drawmate.ai/privacy-policy
DrawKit
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Transform Your Phone Into a Drawing Teacher Learn to draw like a pro with DrawKit - the revolutionary AR app that uses your camera to guide you step-by-step through hundreds of drawing tutorials. Why DrawKit Works: • AR Camera Magic - See drawing guides overlaid on your paper through your phone's camera • 1000+ Tutorials - Animals, anime, cartoons, games, and movie characters • Step-by-Step Learning - Master techniques from basic shapes to detailed artwork • Perfect Your Technique - Adjust opacity, flip, rotate, and lock guides for precision • Instant Results - See improvement from your very first session Key Features: AR Overlay Technology - Revolutionary camera-based drawing experience Progressive Difficulty - Beginner to advanced tutorials Multiple Categories - Animals, Anime, Cartoons, Games, Comics & Movies Customizable Controls - Opacity slider, flip, flash, and lock features Save & Share - Capture your artwork and share with friends Premium Access - Unlimited tutorials with subscription Perfect For: • Aspiring artists wanting to improve quickly • Parents seeking educational apps for kids • Anyone who's always wanted to learn to draw • Art students looking for guided practice • Creative hobbyists of all skill levels How It Works: 1. Choose from 1000+ step-by-step tutorials 2. Point your camera at your paper 3. Follow the AR overlay guide 4. Adjust settings for perfect tracing 5. Save and share your masterpiece Why Users Love DrawKit: "Finally learned to draw anime characters!" - Sarah M. "My 8-year-old is drawing better than me now!" - Mike T. "The AR overlay is genius - so much easier than YouTube tutorials" - Emma K. Try 3 Free Sessions Download now and start your drawing journey with 3 free tutorial sessions. Upgrade to Premium for unlimited access to our complete library. Privacy & Safety Your camera is only used for AR overlay - no images are stored or shared. Legal Privacy Policy: https://privacy.drawkit.app Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Price may vary by location. Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can cancel anytime with your iTunes account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. For more information, see our privacy policy and terms of use. Note: This app requires iOS 16.0 or later. Camera access required for AR drawing experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: DrawMate at every 4 days against DrawKit's every 2 weeks. 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
Both are free to download. DrawMate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and DrawKit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DrawMate ships an update every 4 days, DrawKit every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DrawMate | DrawKit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 99 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Haiderali Ali | Artsem Markhel |
In-app purchases
DrawMate
- 1 month2 variants$6.991 Month
- 1 year2 variants$39.991 Year
DrawKit
- Weekly Pro3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Yearly Pro$24.991 Year









