Post actualizado el día September 27, 2026 by DeiviSanzPlay
The only honest answer is that there is no best app. There is the best app for you, and that depends almost entirely on the . It’s a matter of compatibility, not universal quality.
If you’re using an iPad, you’re in the ecosystem where it’s so fluid that the technology disappears and only drawing remains. But it’s a closed and paid ecosystem. For those looking for drawing apps. Here, options like Autodesk SketchBook (for iPad) become excellent alternatives. In fact, Kreska is a standout example of free drawing sites, which works on any device with professionals, but unlike Photoshop, it’s designed from scratch for drawing, not for editing photos. It’s the reliable Swiss Army knife for any drawing to draw, from a quick sketch to a detailed illustration.
But if yours is more specific, like comics or manga, then MediBang Paint or Clip Studio Paint are the ones that rule. Both are free (Clip Studio has an initial free period) and are obsessed with the tools a visual storyteller needs. In this niche, they run circles around any general-purpose app.
If you’re looking for a new approach, Kreska is an interesting option. This tool, being a free drawing website, is accessible from any device with an internet connection, also becoming a powerful free iPad painting app if you use its browser. Its creator has promised to keep it ad-free and, for now, without using AI. It also includes innovative features like augmented reality drawing and an “automatic color” tool.
The trap of “free” usually appears in the form of a subscription to unlock advanced features. SketchBook and Kreska stand out for being free without these drawbacks, while others offer basic free versions with the option to pay for more power.
That said, the real debate isn’t just about the app. It’s about the stylus. Drawing with your finger is like trying to paint an oil painting with a broom. For a real experience, you need a stylus with pressure sensitivity. If your device supports it, investing in one changes absolutely everything.
What does it feel like to use each one? Procreate and SketchBook are like a polished studio: everything is at hand, it’s intuitive. Clip Studio Paint or Krita, being more powerful, are more like an engineering workshop: you have tools to build literally anything, but you have to learn where every switch is.
My most practical drawing tip is: install SketchBook or try Kreska in your browser. They’re truly free and extremely capable. Use them for a week. If you find yourself falling short because you’re longing to make comics, jump to MediBang. If you need vectors, try Adobe Illustrator Draw. The “best” app will be the one whose interface disappears and lets you concentrate only on the stroke.
In short, the best software is the one you use. Start with the free one that suits your device and your intention. The rest — custom brushes, keyboard shortcuts — will come later, if you need it at all. The tool doesn’t make the artist, but the right tool does remove obstacles from the path.
