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Novaboard vs Grid for Artists

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Novaboard compared with Grid for Artists
DetailNovaboard logo NovaboardGrid for Artists logo Grid for Artists
What it doesBrowser-based pixel art studio for creating sprites, animations, and game art Free grid drawing tool to copy reference photos onto paper or canvas
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inBR Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Free
PricingWeb version: Free. Desktop app: $14.99 one-time purchase for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Not given
Key features
  • Animation timeline with onion skinning and tweening
  • Layer support with blend modes and layer groups
  • Multi-file workspace with embedded drawings
  • Import 30+ file formats including Aseprite, PSD, ORA
  • Export to PNG, GIF, MP4, WebM, spritesheets and more
  • Pixel-perfect drawing tools and shape tools
  • Selection tools with marquee, lasso, and magic wand
  • Visual history with branches
  • Symmetry drawing with multiple axes
  • Custom brushes and adjustment layers
  • Customizable grid with rows and columns
  • Cell labeling with A1 style labels
  • Step-by-step cell drawing mode with progress saved
  • Black and white and value study filters
  • Multiple export formats: PNG, JPG, PDF
  • Diagonal guide lines in cells
  • Canvas size matching for paper dimensions
  • Works on tablets and phones
  • Rule of thirds and golden ratio overlays
  • Full-size tiled PDF for murals
What makes it different
  • Free web-based editor with no account required
  • Works offline as a Progressive Web App
  • Data stays local in browser storage with no AI training
  • Supports nearly 30 import and 30+ export formats
  • Desktop app available for Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Runs entirely in browser with no server uploads
  • Free with no account, watermark or paywalled features
  • Step-by-step mode keeps your place while drawing
  • Progress saved in browser between sessions
  • Works offline after page loads
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)25 +13 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)22
Citation Flow (Majestic)2310
Referring domains (Majestic)681

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