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Procreate

Procreate

Procreate is a powerful digital illustration app designed exclusively for iPad, offering professional-grade drawing, painting, and design tools for artists, illustrators, and designers. It combines an intuitive interface with advanced features like custom brushes, layer management, and time-lapse recording.

Starting from $12.99/mo

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Features

Over 200 customizable brushes with full brush engine
Advanced layer system with blend modes and masking
High-resolution canvas support up to 16k x 4k
Time-lapse recording and export
QuickShape tool for perfect geometric shapes
Animation Assist for frame-by-frame animation

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +One-time purchase with no subscription fees
  • +Incredibly responsive and optimized for Apple Pencil
  • +Professional-quality results with extensive brush customization
  • +Regular updates with new features at no additional cost

Cons

  • -iPad-only availability limits cross-platform workflow
  • -No cloud sync or collaboration features built-in
  • -Steeper learning curve for beginners compared to simpler drawing apps
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Pricing

PlanPriceFeatures
Procreate$12.99 one-timeUnlimited canvases and artworks, 200+ brushes included, All features unlocked, Free lifetime updates
Procreate Dreams$19.99 one-timeAdvanced animation tools, Timeline-based animation, Multi-track editing, Touch-based animation interface

Quick Info

Category
Design Tools
Starting Price
$12.99/mo
Features
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