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Dabble

By Create with Dabble

  • iPadOS

A simple, distraction-free drawing canvas designed for toddlers aged 2–4 on iPad.

9.5Our Score

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Overview

Dabble is the essential drawing app designed specifically for toddlers aged 2 to 4. In an era of overstimulating digital content, Dabble takes a step back — giving young children a clean, quiet creative space that feels like a fresh stack of paper and a new set of markers. Most kids' apps are filled with loud noises, flashing lights, and fast-paced animations designed to keep children passively staring. Dabble is different: it's built to encourage active creation, helping toddlers develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and the simple joy of artistic discovery. The interface is so simple that toddlers can start drawing the moment they open it — no accounts, no tutorials, no menus. A unique Dark Mode makes it perfect for low-light environments like nighttime car rides and long-haul flights: your child can create without straining their eyes or disturbing fellow travellers. For parents, Dabble includes robust parental controls with child-lock navigation, plus a privacy-first design with no data tracking. Free to use with a limited number of saved canvases; an optional Pro subscription unlocks unlimited canvases and sharing.

Store ratings

App Store

4.9

128 ratings

Pros & cons

What we like

  • So intuitive that toddlers can start drawing immediately without help
  • Distraction-free — no ads, no pop-ups, no reward loops
  • Beautiful Dark Mode for nighttime car rides and flights
  • Robust parental controls with child-lock navigation
  • Privacy-first — no data tracking or intrusive permissions
  • Works fully offline — perfect for planes, cars, and waiting rooms
  • Free to start using
  • Supports fine motor skill development and hand-eye coordination

Worth noting

  • iPad only — not available on Android or iPhone yet
  • Free version limits saved canvases
  • No guided drawing or step-by-step tutorials