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Compare ArtRage and Sketchbook 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (76.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (72.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
US$79
No pricing available
ArtRage
Star Rating
(73)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (76.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
US$79
Browse all 5 pricing plansSketchbook
Star Rating
(173)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (72.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
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- Users report that "Sketchbook" offers a more intuitive interface, making it easier for beginners to navigate, while "ArtRage" is praised for its realistic painting tools that mimic traditional media.
- Reviewers mention that "Sketchbook" excels in its brush customization options, allowing for a wide range of artistic styles, whereas "ArtRage" is noted for its unique features like the "Palette Knife" and "Oil Paint" tools that provide a tactile painting experience.
- G2 users highlight that "Sketchbook" has a higher ease of setup score, making it quicker to get started, while "ArtRage" users report a steeper learning curve due to its extensive toolset and features.
- Users on G2 say that "ArtRage" provides a more authentic painting experience with its texture and blending options, while "Sketchbook" is favored for its versatility in digital sketching and illustration.
- Reviewers mention that the quality of support for "ArtRage" is slightly better, with more responsive customer service, while "Sketchbook" users have expressed some frustration with the support response times.
- Users report that "Sketchbook" is particularly strong in mobile usability, making it a preferred choice for artists on the go, while "ArtRage" is often recommended for desktop users who want a comprehensive painting suite.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
ArtRage
ArtRage 5
US$79
ArtRage 5 is a powerful digital painting program for Windows and macOS with a full range of natural media tools and professional editing features.
- Incredibly realistic graphite pencil and thick oil paints, easy to control watercolor, blending markers, pastels and more
- Smart digital drawing tools for professional design
- Custom brush creation and customizable resources
Sketchbook
No pricing availableFree Trial
ArtRage
Free Trial is available
Sketchbook
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.3
70
8.7
149
Ease of Use
9.1
71
9.0
151
Ease of Setup
9.0
5
9.1
11
Ease of Admin
7.3
5
8.1
6
Quality of Support
8.3
53
8.2
100
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
6.7
6
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
72
8.5
148
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
ArtRage
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Sketchbook
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Graphic Design
15.1%
Design
15.1%
Arts and Crafts
12.3%
Internet
9.6%
Animation
5.5%
Other
42.5%
Design
20.1%
Graphic Design
10.7%
Architecture & Planning
7.7%
Higher Education
7.1%
Arts and Crafts
5.9%
Other
48.5%
Discussions
ArtRage has no discussions with answers
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2 Comments
CA
It is ideal for various jobs, I use it to do:
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• Sketches for vectorized drawings for evaluation and...Read more
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1 Comment
RL
Sketchbook Pro by Autodesk is a fairly decent program for illustrating and designing characters. The other thing to know about Sketchbook Desktop has a few...Read more
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