247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
The best art reference photo apps on iPhone average 4.0★ across 247+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.8★ (4) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 2 |  | $4.99 | 3.1★ (21) | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.8★ (3.3K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.8★ (17) | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.7★ (885) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 2.8★ (4) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.8★ (59) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 |
This app provides digital reference tools for traditional artists working with physical media. It offers features like value studies, gridlines, side-by-side comparison, and composition adjustments to aid in creating accurate and balanced artwork.
Explore over 100,000 classic western artworks from ancient times to today. Discover detailed information on artists, periods, and movements, with features like real-size viewing and location-based art searches. Purchase museum-approved reproductions directly through the app.
