Comparison

Stencify 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

Stencify

Instantly create custom tattoo stencils using AI. Convert images to stencils, edit with text prompts, and preview designs on realistic models or your own photos. Generate unique designs from descriptions and export them for printing.

Highlights
  • Image to stencil conversion
  • AI editing with text prompts
  • AI try-on previews
  • Text-to-tattoo generation
  • Export in PNG/PDF
Features
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Bring your tattoo ideas to life with ease. With Stencify, you can instantly create and customize tattoo stencils using AI, no design skills or learning curve required. Key Features: - Image to Stencil*: Convert any photo or artwork into a tattoo-ready stencil. - AI Editing with Text*: Modify designs instantly with simple text prompts. - AI Try-On*: See tattoos on realistic AI models or upload your own photo to preview the design on your skin. - Text-to-Tattoo*: Generate unique stencil designs from just a written description. - Export & Print: Save stencils in PNG or PDF format, ready to print or share. - Chair Mode: Keep your stencil in view during tattoo sessions with a full-screen display in its ink color. Pinch or double-tap to zoom, and keep your screen awake while you work. - Fine-Tune: Perfect your stencils with adjustable opacity, sharpness for photo stencils, and mirroring for transfer paper. Your adjustments are automatically saved for each stencil and applied when exporting, sharing, or printing. - Multi-Page Printing: Print large tattoo stencils at their exact size across multiple sheets. Enjoy labeled pages, automatic skipping of empty pages, alignment marks, and easy step-by-step instructions for assembling your stencil. - Advanced Stencil Adjustments*: Refine your designs with "Smooth & Join Lines" and "Add Dotted Guide Lines" options. The improved "Broken Lines" style also uses dotted guides to represent shadows and color edges for more precise stencil preparation. Whether you’re a tattoo artist looking to speed up your workflow or someone exploring new tattoo ideas before committing, Stencify makes the process simple, fast, and fun. Turn imagination into ink with Stencify, the smart way to design and try tattoos. * IMAGE TO TATTOO, TEXT TO TATTOO, AI EDIT, AND AI TRY ON FEATURES REQUIRE A SUBSCRIPTION AFTER 2 FREE RIGHTS TO TRY ONE OF THESE FEATURES Privacy Policy: https://www.stencifyapp.com/privacy/ Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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

Stencify4 screens
Line Ripper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Line Ripper at every 4 days against Stencify's every 3 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Stencify sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days 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

Stencify ships an update every 3 weeks, Line Ripper every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Stencify versus Line Ripper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStencifyLine Ripper
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (82 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings82 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB81 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperIrem DuranLine Ripper Inc.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Stencify

Subscriptions3
  • Stencify Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Stencify Discounted Annual Premium$35.991 Year
  • Stencify Annual Premium$47.991 Year
2 purchases

Line Ripper

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

Questions

Is Stencify free?
Stencify 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 Stencify or Line Ripper have ads?
Neither Stencify nor Line Ripper shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stencify or Line Ripper?
Stencify ships an update every 3 weeks, and Line Ripper every 4 days. Most recently, Stencify was updated on November 8, 2026 and Line Ripper on October 31, 2026.

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