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Head-to-head · Digital Brush Libraries

GrutBrushes vs RetroSupply Co.

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score GrutBrushes #4 in Digital Brush Libraries 8.9/10 Paid ✓ 1 of 1 features Visit GrutBrushes
RetroSupply Co. #8 in Digital Brush Libraries 8.5/10 Paid ✓ 1 of 1 features Try RetroSupply Co.

GrutBrushes leads on 0 checks, RetroSupply Co. on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreGrutBrushes · 8.9/10

GrutBrushes scores higher on our rubric for digital brush libraries: 8.9 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #8.

GrutBrushes is the better fit for artists using Photoshop and multiple creative apps. RetroSupply Co. is the better fit for professionals wanting broad commercial collections.

  • GrutBrushes fits best

    Artists using Photoshop and multiple creative apps

  • RetroSupply Co. fits best

    Professionals wanting broad commercial collections

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Side by side

Feature GrutBrushes 8.9/10 Visit ↗ RetroSupply Co. 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 8.5
Ranking #4 in Digital Brush Libraries #8 in Digital Brush Libraries
Best for Artists using Photoshop and multiple creative apps Professionals wanting broad commercial collections
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $12 one-time $19 one-time
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Money-back guarantee 30 days 30 days
Deployment Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Windows, macOS, iOS macOS, Windows, iOS
Support Email, Docs Email, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features GrutBrushes 1/1 · RetroSupply Co. 1/1
Commercial license ✓ ✓
Specs
Supported apps Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, Clip Studio Paint, Artstudio Pro, Adobe Fresco, Adobe Sketch, Photoshop Elements Procreate, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Designer, Affinity Photo, Clip Studio Paint
Brush file formats ABR, TPL, .brush, PSD .abr, .tpl, .ai, .afbrushes
Brushes included Not checked yet 22 brushes
Delivery method Download Download
License scope Commercial Commercial
Our review
Pros
  • Individual Photoshop brushes start at $1 one time
  • Supports Photoshop, Procreate, Clip Studio Paint, and more
  • Commercial-use licensing and perpetual access on key plans
  • Commercial artwork is permitted under the standard license
  • Supports Procreate, Adobe, Affinity, and Clip Studio Paint
  • Individual packs and complete collections cover varied workflows
Cons
  • No distinct unlimited free plan
  • Some plans provide time-limited access to new releases
  • The catalog may be broader than needed for single-app users
  • Paid packs start at $19, with collections priced at $197
  • Free samples are limited to personal use
  • Some product pages currently show products as unavailable
Our verdict

GrutBrushes is a downloadable library of digital painting tools for professional artists, hobbyists, illustrators, and other digital creators. Its catalog covers Photoshop brush sets, Procreate brushes, cloud and splatter tools, pattern…

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RetroSupply Co. sells downloadable retro-inspired brushes and digital art resources for graphic designers, illustrators, and artists. Its library covers Procreate, Photoshop, Illustrator, Affinity Designer, Affinity Photo, and Clip Studio…

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  1. GrutBrushesDigital Brush Libraries 8.9Paid
  2. RetroSupply Co.Digital Brush Libraries 8.5Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • GrutBrushes — where it wins

    • Individual Photoshop brushes start at $1 one time
    • Supports Photoshop, Procreate, Clip Studio Paint, and more
    • Commercial-use licensing and perpetual access on key plans

    Where it doesn't

    • No distinct unlimited free plan
    • Some plans provide time-limited access to new releases
    • The catalog may be broader than needed for single-app users

  • RetroSupply Co. — where it wins

    • Commercial artwork is permitted under the standard license
    • Supports Procreate, Adobe, Affinity, and Clip Studio Paint
    • Individual packs and complete collections cover varied workflows

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid packs start at $19, with collections priced at $197
    • Free samples are limited to personal use
    • Some product pages currently show products as unavailable

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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