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Best cartoon drawing apps

List of the best apps

1.Adobe Photoshop Sketch

with in-app purchases

Adobe Photoshop Sketch is an app for both Android and iOS devices. Users can paint and create works of art using Photoshop brushes and all the layers you can think of. Create realistic paintings and customize them by adjusting their size, color, and opacity, among many other settings.

  • Melissa Guzman

    by Melissa Guzman

    I’ve been using adobe photoshop sketch for a few months now. When i first got it, it was good but not perfect. However, slowly but surely with each up More

  • Ruth Ellis

    by Ruth Ellis

    Well since this is from Adobe, it did not disappoint 💪 perfect for basic or pro level sketching, also great for cartoon drawings!

  • Verónica Orozco

    by Verónica Orozco

    I like the idea that instead of just copying the tools and features of the photoshop software, adobe came up with this tool that focuses more on sketc More

2.Procreate

Paid: $9.99 with in-app purchases

Procreate is a professional drawing app designed for mobile devices. Its wide range of brushes and tools, advanced layering system and finishing effects ensures a natural and fluid painting experience. 

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  • Christian Munoz

    by Christian Munoz

    Drawing one of the best gifts I could ask for. I wish I could draw better than I do now. But the app procreate allows you to create things you could o More

  • Sandra Baker

    by Sandra Baker

    This is the most used app on my iPad, I just love creating random artwork and Procreate makes things a LOT easier for me. Love their filters!

  • Judy Watkins

    by Judy Watkins

    Whenever I draw, I really like to play with different colors. Most of the time I like combining flashy colors together and this app works totally for  More

3.Adobe Illustrator Draw

with in-app purchases

Adobe Illustrator Draw allows users to draw elaborated illustrations and organize all your works with this official Adobe app. You will be able to add tons of layers, use a stylus, pencils, pens, and brushes and edit your creations and export them in many different file formats. 

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  • Teresa Parker

    by Teresa Parker

    If you are into vector graphics, this one is for you. I am also a fan of illustrator cc but this app has a lot more simpler user interface than the il More

  • Lidia Monroy

    by Lidia Monroy

    Adobe Illustrator Draw is a great drawing app. It's for all kinds of drawing, not just cartoon and allows for a high level of creation. Definitely one More

4.Graphic

Paid: $8.99

Graphic is a useful app to create digital illustrations from your iPad. It allows you work with layers, add effects and masks and much more. Also, you can export and import PSD files. 

  • Website:http://www.graphic.com/

  • Age rating:4+

  • Category:Productivity,Entertainment

  • Publisher:Indeeo, Inc.

  • Size:32.60 MB

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  • Emma McDonald

    by Emma McDonald

    I like to draw as a hobby and I needed a way to do that digitally. This app is a great option. Great editing capabilities and the layers are awesome t More

  • Shreya Chauhan

    by Shreya Chauhan

    Perfect app for graphic designers or those who just like to draw, paint. I like drawing cartoons/animations and I find this app the best for enhancing More

5.Pixelmator

Paid: $29.99

Pixelmator is a tool wherein you can touch up photos or create your digital artworks from scratch using its wide range of tools, brushes, and effects. This is a great iPad alternative to Photoshop.

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  • Brian Cox

    by Brian Cox

    Now it may be a little pricey but it sure is amazing! Pixelmator is a little complicated compared to basic drawing and editing app but once you get familiar you'll love it!

6.Animation Desk

with in-app purchases
Animation Desk is an animation app designed by Kdan Mobile Software Company. It's a great drawing application that helps us flesh out every creative idea into animated figures, animated movies and e-cards.
  • Alexander Curtis

    by Alexander Curtis

    Animation Desk deserves to be on the number 1 spot! This is the best animation how-to app EVER 😍 Seeing my cartoon sketches come to life and in motion is soooo entertaining

7.Inspire Pro

Paid: $9.99
Inspire Pro is an iOS application that lets you create the most realistic paintings. It is a simple but powerful tool for those who want to have an intuitive and smart illustration app.
  • Andrew Young

    by Andrew Young

    Its realistic rendering engine makes this app stands out among all other. I bought an apple pencil and i updated my device to ipad pro, along with thi More

  • Nick Ma

    by Nick Ma

    Great app for cartoon lovers who wants to practice creating their own. Never thought I had potential in drawing cartoon until I tried this

8.Photo Cartoon Camera

with in-app purchases
Photo Cartoon Camera is a free app for Android devices that lets users transform any of their pictures into pop art photo, cartoon pics, art pic and more! It's a complete tool for people who love to edit pictures by using incredible filters.
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  • Age rating:Everyone

  • Category:Photography

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  • Size:9.86 MB

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  • Cathy Jiang

    by Cathy Jiang

    This is a good app to use filters on your photos and turn them into cartoon pictures. However, it's not good for freeform drawing of cartoons.

9.Animator

Free download

Animator is an amazing app for iOS devices. With this app, you can create stunning drawings and animate it. The app is perfect to produce GIF animation too. 

*NO LONGER AVAILABLE*

  • Diana Hughes

    by Diana Hughes

    Way too complicated for me. I just wanted a simple app, but this one has a bunch of options... except for the one I need most (copy one frame to the next so I don't have to redraw). I didn't get very far with it, but I heard it glitches out the longe More

10.Animate Me

Free download

Animate Me is an app for iOS devices. With this app, you can create amazing and funny portraits and videos. The app has a lot of eCards and GIFs to insert your photo.

  • Kyle Carter

    by Kyle Carter

    This app will definitely be a hit at any social gathering. I played around with it among family at a reunion this summer, and everyone got a kick out  More

  • Sean Howell

    by Sean Howell

    Good thing it's working now ❤️️ I was frustrated when I heard this app was no longer available, after a few months of waiting I can play with funny an More

  • Wendy Lee

    by Wendy Lee

    Err, I can't seem to find an alternate link for this one. :( Why did apple remove this :(

DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know that The Spongebob SquarePants Movie is the fifth-highest grossing animated TV adaptation ever? The film featuring one of the world's most popular cartoon character made over $140 million. The iconic "Spongebob SquarePants" cartoon character first appeared in the American animated TV series with the same name under Nickelodeon. The Spongebob media franchise has produced over $13 billion in revenue as of 2017. The series and movie adaptation both follow the adventures of Spongebob and his friends in Bikini Bottom. Other cartoon characters from the TV franchise also got pretty popular like Patrick, Mr. Krabs, Squidward, and a lot more. Moreover, Spongebob SquarePants series has won lots of awards over the years. Its notable awards include 4 Emmy Awards, 15 Kids' Choice Awards, British Academy Children's Awards, Annie, and Golden Reel Awards. 

There are lots of people to give credits to when it comes to the continued success of the whole Spongebob franchise. But if you are looking for the person behind the popular Spongebob SquarePants character itself, we have Stephen Hillenburg to thank. Stephen Hillenburg is the creator and Illustrator of Spongebob. His love for the ocean and art led him to be one of the most loved (especially by kids) cartoonist and animator. Who would have thought that simple cartoon drawings would turn into a huge media success? If you also wish to pursue animation or cartoon drawings, you can start practicing by using any cartoon drawing apps. Or get inspired by watching Spongebob episodes online. 

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