249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Artista is the household name in drawing reference, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.8★ (17) | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.6★ (2.4K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 3.5★ (10) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 3.8★ (13K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.6★ (4.4K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.6★ (33K) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | $4.99 | 5.0★ (1) | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.3★ (281) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 |
Access thousands of high-quality reference photos for your art. Share your creations, learn from others' interpretations, and track your artistic progress over time. This app also features an art community for inspiration and feedback.
This app provides 3D reference models for artists to study and draw faces. It offers detailed control over lighting and rendering to help users understand facial planes and tones, aiding in portrait drawing practice.
This app provides a vast library of curated portraits and poses for artists to practice and learn realistic drawing. It offers AI-powered portrait generation, customizable drawing aids like grids and filters, and access to additional reference collections.
