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View detailsClip Studio Paint
Illustration and manga studio with brushes, 3D models, and animation tools.
Clip Studio Paint is an illustration and manga studio used by professional comic artists and illustrators. It offers a natural brush engine, vector layers, 3D poseable models for reference, and dedicated tools for panel layouts, speech bubbles, screentones, and multi-page comic management. Animation tools cover frame-by-frame work with onion skinning and timeline controls.
Key Features
- Natural brush engine with vector layers
- 3D poseable models for reference
- Comic panel, tone, and speech bubble tools
- Multi-page comic management
- Frame-by-frame animation with timeline
- Large asset store for brushes and materials
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| PRO | $49.99 one-time | Illustration and single-page comic tools, one-time purchase. |
| EX | $219 one-time | Adds multi-page management and advanced animation. |
Prices as listed in 2026 research. Always check the official site for the latest price — plans change. Free plan: No free plan — paid plans only.
Best for: manga, comic, and illustration artists who want professional drawing tools.
Popular with: Designers, Students
Popular with: Designers, Students
How it works
The app runs on Windows, Mac, iPad, iPhone, Android, and Chromebooks, with files syncing across devices. It supports PSD and Clip Studio formats, and a large asset store sells brushes, 3D models, and materials made by the community.
Clip Studio Paint is available as a one-time purchase: PRO at $49.99 and EX at $219, with EX adding multi-page management and advanced animation. Monthly plans are also offered. It is the standard tool for serious comic and manga production.
Pros and Cons
✓ Pros
- Best-in-class manga and comic tools
- Excellent brush engine
- 3D models help with poses
- Works on every platform
✗ Cons
- Interface can feel crowded
- One-time licence costs more than some rivals
- 3D tools have a learning curve
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clip Studio Paint free?
No — Clip Studio Paint has no free plan. PRO $49.99 one-time; EX $219 one-time
What is Clip Studio Paint best for?
manga, comic, and illustration artists who want professional drawing tools.
What kind of tool is Clip Studio Paint?
Clip Studio Paint is a Design Tools tool on VerlumoAI.
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View detailsLast reviewed: November 2026