Comparison

Lightbox draw vs AR Trace

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

Head to head
About

Lightbox draw

Transform your device into a tracing tool. Easily import or select images to overlay onto paper for precise drawing, sketching, and crafting. Features include outline conversion and a customizable grid.

Highlights
  • Trace any image
  • Lock display
  • Outline conversion
  • Overlay grid
  • Import custom photos
  • Predefined image library
Features
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Turn your phone or tablet into a powerful lightbox and tracing tool with Lightbox Draw! Effortlessly trace any image onto paper with the ultimate drawing aid app for artists, students, designers, and hobbyists. Features: • Trace Any Image: Import your own photos or choose from a library of predefined images to draw. • Lock Display: Keep your image steady on the screen to prevent accidental movement while tracing. • Outline Conversion: Instantly convert photos to clear line art for easier and more precise tracing. • Overlay Grid: Activate a customizable grid to help position images and draw with pinpoint accuracy. How it works: Select or import an image to trace. Adjust and position the image to fit your needs. Lock the display to prevent accidental touch interference. Place a sheet of paper over your device’s screen. See the image shine through the paper and start drawing with confidence and accuracy! Perfect for: Sketch artists and illustrators Calligraphy and handwriting practice Learning to draw and improving art skills Stencil creation and pattern making DIY projects and crafts Lightbox Draw - Tracing Paper is designed to be intuitively simple yet packed with advanced features that elevate your drawing and tracing experience. Whether you’re a beginner looking to improve your drawing skills or a seasoned artist needing a reliable tracing app, Lightbox Draw is your go-to tool for all your creative projects. Download Lightbox Draw - Tracing Paper now and unlock your creative potential! By using this app, you agree to Apple's standard End User License Agreement (EULA), available here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

AR Trace

Transform your phone into an art projector to easily trace images onto paper. Select from templates or upload your own photos, then follow the on-screen outline to draw by hand. Ideal for beginners and artists looking for a simpler way to create.

Highlights
  • Art projector functionality
  • Trace photos and templates
  • Upload custom images
  • Adjust image size and position
  • Create clean outlines
  • Beginner-friendly drawing tool
Features
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AR Trace turns your phone into a simple art projector for drawing on paper. Choose a ready-made template or upload your own photo. Place your phone above a sheet of paper and follow the lines on the screen to draw the image by hand. You can use the app to trace photos, sketches, anime, tattoos, animals, cars, and other drawing ideas. You can also turn your own images into clean outlines and adjust the size and position before you start. How it works: 1. Pick a template or upload a photo 2. Place paper on a flat surface 3. Put your phone above the paper 4. Adjust the image on the screen 5. Follow the outline and draw AR Trace is made for beginners, hobby artists, students, kids, and anyone who wants an easier way to draw. You do not need advanced drawing skills. Just choose an image, follow the outline, and enjoy the process. Use it for creative practice, school projects, handmade gifts, tattoos, cartoons, anime sketches, wall art ideas, and everyday drawing inspiration. Start with a simple outline. Then add your own color, shading, and style. Terms Of Use: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xc-Yg40EWNvACuaLO1Nt-zpzhJRRnv4d/view Privacy Policy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V4vriLNRzSrOWOpIoRtGQ7PTTcmG70EG/view

Screenshots

Lightbox draw4 screens
AR Trace4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Lightbox draw at 4.3 against AR Trace's 3.7. Lightbox draw also leads on ratings volume (246 vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). AR Trace'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. Lightbox draw sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and AR Trace sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lightbox draw holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lightbox draw has 246 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lightbox draw ships an update every 6 days, AR Trace weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Lightbox draw versus AR Trace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLightbox drawAR Trace
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (246 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews52.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings246 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size99 MB124 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTry the Colors s. r. o.Vasili Hryb

Customer experience

Lightbox draw

All ratings246 ratings
Positive83.7%
Neutral1.6%
Negative14.6%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive52.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative47.1%

AR Trace

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Lightbox draw

Subscriptions7
  • Lightbox draw Tracing Premium$3.997 Days
  • Lightbox draw Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Lightbox draw Premium7 Days trial$9.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Lightbox draw Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Lightbox draw Premium$9.997 Days
  • Lightbox draw Premium$14.991 Year
  • Lightbox draw Premium$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • Lightbox draw Tracing Premium$8.99
  • Lightbox draw Premium$14.99
  • Lightbox draw Premium$29.99
4 purchases

AR Trace

Subscriptions4
  • premium3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • premium7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
Show 1 more
  • premium$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Lightbox draw free?
Lightbox draw is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AR Trace free?
AR Trace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Lightbox draw or AR Trace?
Lightbox draw is rated higher. Lightbox draw averages 4.3 out of 5 from 246 ratings, while AR Trace averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Lightbox draw or AR Trace have ads?
Lightbox draw shows ads; AR Trace does not.
Which is updated more often, Lightbox draw or AR Trace?
Lightbox draw ships an update every 6 days, and AR Trace weekly. Most recently, Lightbox draw was updated on October 21, 2026 and AR Trace on October 23, 2026.

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