# Pixen - pixel art editor

> Pixel art and animation editor

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1161880215](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1161880215)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1161880215`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Furnace Creek Software LLC
- **Category:** Graphics & Design
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (172 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.0.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-06
- **First published:** 2016-10-11
- **Size:** 9.18 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pixen-pixel-art-editor/id1161880215)
- **Website:** [https://pixenapp.com/ios/](https://pixenapp.com/ios/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://pixenapp.com/privacy.html](https://pixenapp.com/privacy.html)

## Description

Pixen is a pixel art editor that supports low-resolution raster art and animation. This Chrome extension delivers a native-like workflow with high zoom, layers, and a rich toolset for drawing pixel art and previewing animations.

Key features include a projects gallery with import/export in PNG, GIF, PSD, SVG, ICO, BMP, TIFF; palette management with multi-format import/export; grid and pattern tools; a filmstrip editor for animations; and cloud syncing across devices for seamless continuation. It also offers a wide range of drawing tools, keyboard shortcuts, and quick sharing options.

## Rankings

- #109,856 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviews praise Pixen for its intuitive interface, Apple Pencil compatibility, no-ads policy, cross-platform workflow, and strong pixel-art capabilities. However, recurring flaws include stability problems (crashes, not opening, save issues), export limitations (only to images/GIFs, no sprite/animation export), and missing gallery/history to review work, plus limited animation playback and a steeper learning curve for newcomers.

### Pros

- Intuitive, easy-to-use interface with responsive controls.
- Excellent Apple Pencil support.
- No ads and a robust pixel-art/animation toolset.
- Smooth cross-platform workflow between mobile and desktop, with flexible importing from folders beyond Photos.
- Delivers high-quality pixel art and good results for thumbnails and animations.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and stability issues; app won't open and work may not save.
- Export options are limited to photos or GIFs; lack of sprite/animation export formats.
- No built-in gallery or history to revisit past drawings/animations.
- Animation playback/preview is limited or hard to use while editing.
- Navigation can be non-intuitive for beginners.

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