234+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
The best sketch effect coloring photo apps on iPhone average 4.1★ across 234+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | — | Yes | Yes | May 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | — | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 3.7★ (6) | Yes | Yes | May 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.4★ (9.3K) | Yes | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.4★ (18) | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.4★ (9) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.2★ (12K) | Yes | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 3.3★ (12) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 |
Transform your photos into pencil sketches with this photo editor. Apply color filters to your sketches and add vintage or themed frames. It's a quick way to create artistic images and surprise your friends.
Transform your photos into stunning black and white pencil sketches with artistic filters. Easily create and share captivating artwork from your own images.
Transform your photos into stunning pencil sketches with artistic color effects. Easily apply filters to existing images or capture new ones with real-time effects.
