Best Photo Sketch Effects Apps

230+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you're new to photo sketch effects or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 230+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Photo Sketch Effects Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Photo Sketch EffectsPhoto Sketch EffectsFree3.5★ (2)NoNoMay 2026
2Photo Sketch - Doodle EffectsPhoto Sketch - Doodle EffectsFree4.4★ (9.3K)YesYesNov 2026
3Pencil Photo Sketch EditorPencil Photo Sketch EditorFree4.7★ (4K)YesYesNov 2026
4Photo Sketch EditorPhoto Sketch EditorFree3.0★ (8)NoNoMay 2026
5Sketch effect for photo editorSketch effect for photo editorFree3.3★ (7)YesYesNov 2026
6Pencil Photo SketchPencil Photo SketchFree3.7★ (3)YesYesOct 2026
7Photo to Sketch Drawing MakerPhoto to Sketch Drawing MakerFree4.5★ (6K)YesYesNov 2026
8Turn Photo to Sketch: GraphiteTurn Photo to Sketch: GraphiteFree4.8★ (8.4K)NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Photo Sketch Effects

Photo Sketch - Doodle Effects#2

Photo Sketch - Doodle Effects by 柳 王

Color Pencil Ink Filter Editor
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.4😞(9.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Transform your photos into artistic sketches and cartoon avatars with a variety of creative filters. Easily apply up to 20 different effects, including pencil, color, and oil painting styles, to any image. The app features an intuitive interface and awesome textures for a fun editing experience.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 💡 Interesting sketch effects
  • 👍 Helpful for artists and non-artists
  • 👍 Good quality sketches
  • 👍 Fun to play with photos

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App stops working after upgrading
  • 🐛 Top buttons become unresponsive after upgrade
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔋 Excessive ads in free version
  • 🔋 Ads still present even after paid upgrade
Pencil Photo Sketch Editor#3

Pencil Photo Sketch Editor by Minerva Studios Private Limited

Draw, Filter & Outline Effects
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
4.7😐(4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Transform your photos into stunning pencil sketches, outline drawings, or cartoon art with advanced AI. Explore over 30 artistic styles and filters, and fine-tune your creations with editing tools. Easily export and share your artwork in high resolution.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Variety of filters and effects
  • 💡 Helpful for sketching and artwork
  • 🎨 Turns photos into sketches effectively

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 💸 Aggressive advertising
  • 🙄 Difficult to use without paying for premium features

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FAQ about Photo Sketch Effects

What are the best photo sketch effects apps for iPhone?
Photo Sketch Effects tops our photo sketch effects apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 3.5-star average from 2 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top photo sketch effects apps we rank are free to download, including Photo Sketch Effects and Photo Sketch - Doodle Effects.
Photo Sketch Effects has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 230+ photo sketch effects apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.