249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Drawing Desk is the household name in free art apps drawing, 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 | 4.3★ (15K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.9★ (12) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.1★ (15K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.8★ (221K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.7★ (16K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.7★ (43K) | Yes | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.5★ (39) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.5★ (17) | Yes | No | Oct 2026 |
Unleash your creativity with a comprehensive digital art studio. Explore a vast array of tools for drawing, sketching, painting, and pixel art. Create masterpieces, relax with coloring, or design intricate mandalas.
Transform photos into various sketch styles with a single tap. Learn to draw by tracing on real paper using AR projection. Generate new art ideas with an AI sketch generator and access a library of over 1000 drawing templates.
Unleash your creativity with a versatile drawing and painting app. Explore a wide array of brushes, colors, and tools to sketch, paint, and design on your iPhone or iPad. Features include custom mandalas, coloring pages, and a dedicated kids' desk.
