Grid Maker vs Grid Maker for Artist, Drawing
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Grid Maker
This app assists artists in accurately transferring images to canvas or paper using a grid method. It allows for customizable grids, color adjustments, and image manipulation to aid in detailed artwork creation.
- Customizable grids
- Multiple grid types
- Adjustable grid properties
- Black & white conversion
- Brightness and contrast adjustment
- Color picker
- Image import and export
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Grid Maker for Drawing makes it easy to transfer any reference image onto paper or canvas using the classic grid drawing method. Perfect for portraits, sketches, paintings, and illustrations, it helps artists draw accurately by focusing on one grid section at a time. Features : * Add customizable grids to any image * Multiple grid types including rectangle and square * Adjust rows, columns, line width, color, and transparency * Add multiple grid overlays * Fixed and movable grid modes with rotation support * Convert images to black & white * Adjust brightness and contrast * Pick colors directly from your reference image * Zoom and pan for precise alignment * Import photos from your gallery * Export high-quality grid images Whether you’re a beginner or a professional artist, Grid Maker for Drawing provides a simple and accurate way to create perfectly proportioned artwork. Privacy Policy: https://digitalhole.github.io/DHPrivacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Grid Maker for Artist, Drawing
Transform any photo into a customizable drawing reference with adjustable grids. Enhance your images with color and contrast adjustments to achieve accurate artwork, from portraits to canvas paintings. Ideal for artists of all skill levels looking to improve their drawing accuracy.
- Import photos to create drawing references
- Customize grid layouts with adjustable rows, columns, and spacing
- Adjust line color, thickness, and transparency
- Overlay multiple grids
- Convert photos to black and white
- Adjust image brightness and contrast
- Pick colors directly from images
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Draw with confidence, the easiest way to turn any photo into a perfectly proportioned drawing reference. Simply import an image, customize your grid, and recreate your artwork one section at a time. Whether you’re sketching portraits, painting on canvas, or practicing your drawing skills, Grid Maker helps you achieve accurate results. Create the Perfect Grid. Customize your reference exactly how you need it. * Multiple grid layouts for different drawing styles * Adjust rows, columns, grid size, and spacing * Customize line color, thickness, and transparency * Overlay multiple grids on a single image * Move and rotate the grid for precise positioning Enhance Your Reference. Prepare your image before you start drawing. * Convert photos to black and white * Adjust brightness and contrast * Pick colors directly from the image * Zoom and pan for fine details * Import images from your photo library Perfect For * Portrait drawing * Pencil sketching * Acrylic and oil painting * Canvas transfers * Art practice and education * Artists of every skill level Privacy Policy: https://digitalhole.github.io/Smartgridmaker.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Grid Maker at 4.8 against Grid Maker for Artist, Drawing's 4.0. Grid Maker also leads on ratings volume (13 vs 1). Grid Maker for Artist, Drawing's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 83%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Grid Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Grid Maker for Artist, Drawing sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Grid Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Grid Maker has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 83% of Grid Maker's written reviews are positive against 100% of Grid Maker for Artist, Drawing's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Grid Maker ships an update every 5 weeks, Grid Maker for Artist, Drawing fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.
| Parameter | Grid Maker | Grid Maker for Artist, Drawing |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (13 ratings) — better | 4.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arima Jain | Digital Hole Pvt. Ltd. |
Customer experience
Grid Maker
Grid Maker for Artist, Drawing
In-app purchases
Grid Maker
- Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$12.991 Year
- Remove Ads$19.99
Grid Maker for Artist, Drawing
- Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$12.991 Year
- Enjoy Without Ads$19.99
