Comparison

Beautiful Functions vs ClearPlanes

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

Head to head
About

Beautiful Functions

Features
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Functions make sense when you can see them. Beautiful Functions turns every change in an equation into an immediate change on the graph. Move a slider, watch the curve respond, and understand what each parameter actually does - before memorizing a rule or solving an exercise. NOT JUST A GRAPHING CALCULATOR This is a visual learning environment designed to show how functions work. Watch a line cross a parabola twice, become tangent, then miss it completely. See a function reflect into its inverse. Switch the same parabola between Standard, Vertex, and Factored forms. Change amplitude, frequency, and phase, and watch every wave transform. EXPLORE WITH PURPOSE Use roots, intercepts, vertices, symmetry, extrema, inflection points, and asymptotes as visual guides instead of isolated definitions. Collapse the graph when you want to focus on an explanation, then bring it back to test your intuition. START FREE Start with Linear, Quadratic, Cubic, and Logarithmic Functions. Pro unlocks: • Linear + Quadratic • Exponential Functions • Trigonometric Functions • Function Transformations • Rational Functions • Absolute Value Functions • Inverse functions and slope relationships • Vertex and Factored form editing One-time purchase unlocks every Pro screen and feature. No subscription. Built for high school and university students, teachers, tutors, parents, and anyone who wants to understand functions instead of memorizing them. Download Beautiful Functions and see what equations mean.

About

ClearPlanes

Features
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ClearPanes teaches the fundamentals of portrait work by utilising a fully interactive 3D model that can be rotated and interacted with. A contemporary way of studying simple plane techniques based on the approach of Loomis and Bridgman. FROM COMPLEXITY TO CLARITY - Strip the noise away and focus on the big forms behind any portrait. - Learn the method and stop the guesswork and see your drawings improve. - Start with basic building blocks that build refined anatomical shapes. - A fully dynamic tool with multiple levels to compare with split screen view, stacked levels, and an overlay mode to see the basic planes beneath any face. -nRotate and find the perfect view to master any angle in ways photo reference alone cannot achieve. For artists, by an artist - Handcrafted models by Gusztav Velicsek, built with intention and care. ONE PURCHASE. YOURS FOR LIFE. - No subscriptions. Buy once, and future updates are included. FOR BEGINNERS AND WORKING ARTISTS - Whether you are trying to learn the basics or perfect your craft. Download ClearPlanes and improve your portrait work today.

Screenshots

Beautiful Functions4 screens
ClearPlanes4 screens

Verdict

The call

Beautiful Functions and ClearPlanes are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Beautiful Functions sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ClearPlanes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Beautiful Functions versus ClearPlanes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeautiful FunctionsClearPlanes
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB76 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTomasz RygulaGusztav Velicsek

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Beautiful Functions

One-time1
  • Beautiful Functions Pro$6.99
1 purchases

ClearPlanes

One-time1
  • Full Access$8.99

Questions

Is Beautiful Functions free?
Beautiful Functions is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ClearPlanes free?
ClearPlanes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Beautiful Functions or ClearPlanes have ads?
Neither Beautiful Functions nor ClearPlanes shows ads.

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