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# Apps for beginners

## verview

This is my curated list of apps that are simple and inexpensive (or free). These apps are ideal for children, or for someone who just wants something basic.

* For other options consult this [List of apps](/drawtab/apps/list-of-apps.md).
* If you are interested in understanding apps in general: [Apps](/drawtab/apps.md)

## Options

* [Procreate](/drawtab/catalog/apps/procreate.md) (iOS)
* [HiPaint](/drawtab/catalog/apps/hipaint.md) (Android, iOS)
  * Basically a clone of Procreate
  * **ArtRage** (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android)
* [Infinite Painter](/drawtab/catalog/apps/infinite-painter.md) - (Android, iOS)
  * Similar to procreate
* [Concepts app](/drawtab/catalog/apps/concepts-app.md) - (Windows, Android, iOS, ChromeOS)
* **Photopea** - <https://www.photopea.com/> (web)
  * Basically an online version of photoshop
* **Sketchbook Pro** (MacOS, Windows, Android, iOS)
* **PenUp** - this is app is optimized for Samsung Galaxy Books.

## Videos

* [Brad Colbow - Rating the Best Free Drawing Apps for Beginners](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imlsPOof69k) 2025-05-14
* [Brad Colbow - The Best Windows Drawing Apps for Beginners](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cPf1-AnsJI) 2024-10-26