# SketchBook Draw Arts & Paints

> Create Digital Art by Painting, Drawing, and Sketching in the SketchBook app

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sketchbook.illustrations](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sketchbook.illustrations)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.sketchbook.illustrations`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Loyal\_Apps
- **Category:** ART\_AND\_DESIGN
- **Downloads:** 101,109
- **Rating:** 2.92 / 5 (344 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.2.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-07
- **First published:** 2022-03-31
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 149 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sketchbook.illustrations)
- **Website:** [https://loyal.app](https://loyal.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.loyal.app/privacy-policy](https://www.loyal.app/privacy-policy)

## Description

SketchBook Draw Arts & Paints is a versatile and user-friendly digital sketching app ideal for artists, illustrators, and hobbyists alike. With over 60 customizable brushes including pens, pastels, and synthetic paints, plus features like multiple layers, shape assist, rulers, and a custom color wheel, it offers a professional drawing experience on your mobile device. Import photos, zoom for fine detail, and enjoy a distraction-free interface designed to bring your creative ideas to life.

The app supports smooth, natural drawing on iPad or iPhone, with powerful tools such as undo/redo, erasers with opacity settings, and smudge tools. SketchBook also provides unlimited access to premium features via subscription, ensuring regular updates and an expansive creative toolbox wherever inspiration strikes. Whether you're doodling, painting, or crafting elaborate illustrations, SketchBook is your go-to app for digital art creation.

## Rankings

- #220,711 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.sketchbook.illustrations.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users generally find the app excellent for drawing and painting, appreciating its variety of brushes and similarity to professional tools. However, multiple users report issues like the app not opening due to errors or bugs, and dissatisfaction with the app requiring payment or not unlocking features during the free trial. Overall, it's praised by those who can use it effectively, but technical and pricing concerns affect many users' experiences.

### Pros

- App is great for drawing and painting.
- Similar to professional apps like Procreate.
- Offers a wide variety of brushes.
- Fun and enjoyable to use for artists and learners.
- Highly recommended by users who like it.

### Cons

- App is not free; requires payment which some users dislike.
- Many users experience errors preventing the app from opening.
- Bug causing the app to install twice and not load properly.
- Free trial or paid features not unlocking as expected.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sketchbook.illustrations)