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Thumbnailr vs Grid for Artists

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Thumbnailr compared with Grid for Artists
DetailThumbnailr logo ThumbnailrGrid for Artists logo Grid for Artists
What it doesFree YouTube thumbnail maker that runs in your browser, no sign-up or install required Free grid drawing tool to copy reference photos onto paper or canvas
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Pricing modelFreemium Free
PricingFree mode: £0/forever with full editor, 10 templates, Thumbnail Check, feed test, series mode (3 per batch), 1280×720 PNG & JPG export, no watermark. Pro mode: £4.99/month or £39.99/year (about £3.33/month), includes 16 premium templates, brand kit, unlimited series (up to 200 per ZIP), one-click ba Not given
Key features
  • 10 free templates including 5 gaming layouts
  • Bold outlined text and face cut-outs
  • Thumbnail Check design checklist
  • Feed test preview in mock social feed
  • 1280×720 PNG and JPG export with no watermark
  • YouTube video link import
  • Works on desktop and mobile browsers
  • Pro: one-click background removal on device
  • Pro: 4K export and brand kit with saved colors and fonts
  • 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
  • No sign-up or installation required, works directly in browser
  • All images and projects stay private on your device, never uploaded
  • Completely free with no watermark and no time limits
  • 13 original gaming layouts with dedicated gaming pack
  • 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
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