ibis Paint Xv14.1.1
Released September 11, 2026Major
iOS
The latest update introduces a broad set of creative tools and a new credit-based monetization model. As the current analysis window lacks sufficient post-release feedback, the impact remains neutral. Future performance will depend on user adoption of the new drawing features versus potential friction from the credit system.
What changed
- MonetizationAdded Smart Credits points system for accessing advanced features.
- New featureIntroduced 3D Layer feature for placing 3D materials.
- New featureAdded Smart Shapes for automatic freehand drawing correction.
- New featureAdded ability to add audio to animation artworks.
- PerformanceImproved brush tool stroke-tracking responsiveness and added real-time stabilization modes.
- UXAdded individual customization for Stabilizer and Force Fade per brush.
- ContentAdded Relief HQ and Oil Paint filters.
- UXEnhanced Trim feature with numerical input and rotation support.
- UXAdded Solo Mode to display only a specified layer.
- MonetizationAdded Premium feature for a 30-day recently deleted artworks folder.
Reception
50/ 100 impact scoreNeutral
What worked
New feature
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What didn't
Monetization
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Marlvel takeaways
- Monitor user reception of the new Smart Credits system to determine if the monetization shift impacts the historical 4.70 iOS rating.
- Assess whether the addition of 3D Layer and Smart Shapes features drives increased session duration among professional-tier users.
- Evaluate if the 30-day recovery folder for artworks reduces support volume regarding accidental file deletion.
Original release notes
Thank you for using ibisPaint X! The summary of this update is as follows. [Improvements, Changes] - Added a keyboard shortcut for opening and closing the Shape Tool window. [Fixed Bugs and Problems] - Fixed an issue where the scroll position would return to the top when adding or deleting a layer in the Floating Layer Window. [New Features in ver. 14.1.0] - Added the ability to customize Stabilizer and Force Fade settings individually for each brush. - Added two Real time stabilization modes: Constant and Fast Strokes. - Improved the brush tool’s stroke-tracking responsiveness and made the fade length consistent. You can return to the previous drawing feel from the Settings window via "Brush Prediction" . You can also configure this per brush with the brush parameter “Disable Prediction”. - Added the brush parameters "Fade Start Time" and "Fade End Time". - Added the ability to add audio to animation artworks. - Added keyboard shortcuts for playing/stopping an animation and for adding and deleting clips in animation artworks. - Added a "3D Layer" feature that lets you place 3D materials. - Added a “Smart Shapes” feature that automatically corrects freehand drawings into “straight lines,” “Bézier curves,” and other shapes. - Added "Relief HQ" filter to "Style" filter category. - Added "Smart Credits" — a points system required to access some of the advanced features in ibisPaint (referred to as "Smart Features"). Credits can be purchased from each Smart feature, and your balance can be viewed in the Settings window. - Added keyboard shortcuts for actions such as displaying the ruler and adding vector layers. - Added keyboard shortcuts to switch between custom brushes. - Added a "Solo Mode" feature that displays only the specified layer. - Added a Premium feature that moves deleted artworks to “Recently Deleted Artworks” and retains them for 30 days. - Added "Oil Paint" filter to "Artistic" filter category. - Enhanced the Trim feature. You can now enter Position, Width, and Height as numerical values, specify a crop area that extends beyond the original canvas, and trim while rotating the canvas. - You can now undo and redo adjustments while using the Transform Tool. - The mouse cursor now changes depending on the situation. This setting can be changed in the "Cursor" section of the Settings window. - When using a stylus with hover functionality, the curso…