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Clip Studio Assets vs GrutBrushes
Both stand on digital brush libraries. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Clip Studio Assets provides a broad catalog of materials for Clip Studio Paint, with both free and paid options. Check the account, upload, and licensing requirements before downloading or publishing.
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GrutBrushes offers varied brush collections, including separate options for Photoshop and Procreate users. Check app compatibility before choosing a set, particularly for the Photoshop plugin and Procreate-only brushes.
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| Clip Studio Assets | GrutBrushes | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Extension, iPhone, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Procreate Pencils: $7, paid once |
| Plans published | 4 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | assets.clip-studio.com | grutbrushes.com |
| On digital brush libraries | #1 of 23 | #4 of 23 |
Clip Studio Assets: what it does well
- Catalog covers brushes, 3D objects, and other materials.
- Free materials are available.
- Clip Studio Paint 4.2 and later can install some assets automatically.
- Creators can publish Clippy materials.
What to know first
- A Clip Studio account is required for downloads and publishing.
- Paid materials require Clippy or GOLD.
- AI image-generation materials are prohibited.
- Material catalogs cannot be published through a browser.
GrutBrushes: what it does well
- Free products are available.
- Brushes cover a wide range of media styles.
- Procreate library installs brushes directly to an iPad.
- License permits personal and commercial artwork.
- One-time plans are listed at 7.00 USD and 20.00 USD.
What to know first
- Procreate brushes work only in the Procreate app.
- Photoshop plugin is incompatible with the latest Photoshop update.
- Downloaded files themselves cannot be resold.
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