# Duet Display vs Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet

The clearest difference is monetization model: Duet Display at free with in-app purchases against Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet's subscription. Duet Display also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (49K vs 3.7K). Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Duet Display sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Duet Display has 49K ratings behind it against 3.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 46% and 46% positive.

Duet Display ships an update every 3 weeks, Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Duet Display | Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duet-display/id935754064/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astropad-studio-drawing-tablet/id1181582576/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **49K** | 3.7K |
| Positive reviews | 45.5% of reviews | **46.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 69 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 12.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Vision Pro** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Duet, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/935754063) | [Astro HQ](https://appshunter.io/developer/934510729) |

## What reviewers say

### Duet Display

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duet-display/id935754064)

Transform your iPad or iPhone into an advanced, lag-free extra display for your Mac or PC. Interact with your computer using touch and gestures, and unlock professional drawing capabilities with Apple Pencil support.

**Highlights:** Extra display for Mac & PC, Lag-free performance, Touch and gesture support, Apple Pencil integration, Professional drawing tools, Portable productivity

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Duet Starter (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| Duet Air (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| Duet Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Duet Starter (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| Duet Air (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| Duet Pro (Annual) | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works seamlessly as a second screen
- 👍 Useful for productivity and multitasking
- 🎨 Great for artists and designers
- 💻 Extends desktop to iPad
- ⭐ Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Subscription model for full functionality
- 🔍 Confusing setup process
- 💸 Expensive for the features provided

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatibility with certain software and drivers
- Laggy performance and input delays
- Unreliable connection and frequent disconnects

**Requested features**

- Improved resolution and scaling options
- Better support for older devices and Windows
- More customization and control over settings
- Wireless connectivity without subscription


### Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astropad-studio-drawing-tablet/id1181582576)

Transform your iPad into a professional wireless drawing tablet for demanding creative work. Enjoy customizable workspaces, gesture shortcuts, and high-speed connectivity for efficient digital art creation on Mac and PC.

**Highlights:** Wireless or USB connectivity, Customizable gesture shortcuts, Keyboard support, Pressure curve customization, Second display functionality, Optimized for Apple Pencil

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| Astropad Studio Annual | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 🚀 Fantastic drawing experience
- 🚀 Seamless integration with desktop apps
- 👍 Customizable shortcuts and gestures
- 👍 Pressure sensitivity and cursor preview

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Crashes and connection issues
- 🐛 Laggy performance, especially over Wi-Fi
- 💡 Lacks dual-screen functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and disconnects
- Compatibility issues with certain apps
- Unresponsive or glitchy input

**Requested features**

- Ability to use iPad as a secondary display
- More affordable one-time purchase option
- Improved stability and performance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Duet Display free?

Duet Display is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet free?

Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Duet Display or Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet?

Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet is rated higher. Duet Display averages 4.4 out of 5 from 49K ratings, while Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet averages 4.7 from 3.7K ratings.

### Do Duet Display or Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet have ads?

Duet Display shows ads; Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet does not.

### Which is updated more often, Duet Display or Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet?

Duet Display ships an update every 3 weeks, and Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet every 3 months. Most recently, Duet Display was updated on September 24, 2026 and Astropad Studio Drawing Tablet on September 22, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*