Comparison

PixPaint vs Vecta Motion

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

Head to head
About

PixPaint

Features
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Retro Paint Meets Apple Pencil PixPaint is now available on your iPad. It is specifically designed for Apple Pencil, enabling you to create pixel-perfect artwork. PixPaint includes all the classic tools and fonts, providing you with a comprehensive creative experience. Key Features: - Classic tools and fonts - 16x16 up to 1024x1024 canvas size - Zoom 25-1600% for pixel-perfect artwork - Import image files or clipboard - Comprehensive manual PixPaint Premium is a one-time In-App Purchase that offers the following benefits: - Share and export artwork as PNG or GIF - Sync Artwork with all your devices using iCloud Acknowledgments PixPaint utilizes classic bitmap fonts, including Chicago, Geneva, Monaco, New York, and more. All trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. These fonts are used under fair use for creative and educational purposes, providing a nostalgic pixel art experience.

About

Vecta Motion

Create professional vector animations with a powerful, touch-friendly studio. Animate shapes, logos, and social media content with advanced tools and export in various high-quality formats. Optimized for Apple Pencil, it's ideal for creators of all levels.

Highlights
  • Professional timeline editor
  • Keyframe animation system
  • Shape morphing and path animation
  • Bézier curve editing
  • Multi-layer animation workspace
  • Apple Pencil optimization
  • MP4, MOV, GIF, SVG, Lottie export
Features
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VectaMotion — Vector Animation Studio Bring your ideas to life with powerful vector animation tools designed for iPhone and iPad. VectaMotion is a modern vector animation editor built for creators, designers, motion artists, and content makers who want professional animation tools in a fast, touch-friendly mobile experience. Create smooth motion graphics, animate vector shapes, design animated logos, build social media animations, and export high-quality videos directly from your device. Powerful Vector Animation Tools • Professional timeline editor • Keyframe animation system • Shape morphing and path animation • Bézier curve editing • Motion easing controls • Multi-layer animation workspace • Real-time preview rendering • Advanced transform tools • Gradient and blur effects • Precision snapping and alignment Designed for Apple Pencil VectaMotion is optimized for touch and Apple Pencil workflows with responsive editing, pressure-sensitive drawing, smooth gestures, and ultra-low latency interaction. Create Stunning Motion Graphics Perfect for: Animated logos Social media reels Motion typography UI animations SVG animations Lottie content Explainer animations Animated stickers Creative presentations High Performance Rendering Powered by a Metal-accelerated rendering engine for smooth playback and professional-quality exports. Export your projects as: MP4 MOV with transparency GIF PNG sequences SVG animation Lottie JSON Built for Creators Whether you are a beginner learning animation or a professional motion designer, VectaMotion provides intuitive tools that scale with your creativity. Create anywhere. Animate everything. Download VectaMotion today and turn vectors into motion. #VectaMotion offers auto-renewing subscription options: -$5.99 per week -$7.99 per month -$29.99 per year • You can subscribe for unlimited access to all features and content offered for purchases • Subscriptions are billed monthly on the subscription plan • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Terms of Use: https://tos.vidanimate.co Privacy Policy https://privacy.vidanimate.co

Screenshots

Vecta Motion3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Vecta Motion at 16.0 against PixPaint's 26.0. 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. PixPaint sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Vecta Motion sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PixPaint versus Vecta Motion: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixPaintVecta Motion
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS26.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGijs RaggersPolymath Company Limited

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PixPaint

One-time1
  • PixPaint - Premium$2.99
4 purchases

Vecta Motion

Subscriptions3
  • Vecta Pro Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Vecta Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Vecta Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Vecta Pro Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is PixPaint free?
PixPaint is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vecta Motion free?
Vecta Motion is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PixPaint or Vecta Motion have ads?
Neither PixPaint nor Vecta Motion shows ads.

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