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Clip Studio Paint vs Mention

Clip Studio Paint logo

Clip Studio Paint

Video Production

Professional illustration and animation software

From
$4.49/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Mention logo

Mention

Social Media

Real-time media monitoring made simple

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Mention has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Clip Studio Paint monthly subscription pricing becomes expensive over multiple years compared to one-time licenses; Mention historical data access is not included in the Company plan and is only available as a paid add-on
  • They diverge on capability: Clip Studio Paint covers Natural drawing feel, Mention covers Real-time monitoring.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Clip Studio Paint and Mention actually diverge.

Attributes where Clip Studio Paint and Mention differ
AttributeClip Studio PaintMention
Starting price$4.49/monthFree
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWindows, macOS, iOS, Android, iPadWeb, Ios, Android
CategoryVideo ProductionSocial Media
Founded19912012

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Clip Studio Paint

  • Natural drawing feel
  • Comic/manga tools
  • Animation features
  • 3D reference
  • Vector support
  • Photoshop files
  • 3D models
  • Graphics tablets

Only in Mention

  • Real-time monitoring
  • Sentiment analysis
  • Influencer identification
  • Competitive analysis
  • Custom reports
  • Slack
  • Zapier
  • Buffer

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Clip Studio Paint

  • Manga creationnot Mention
  • Comic illustrationnot Mention
  • 2D animationnot Mention
  • Character designnot Mention
  • Digital paintingnot Mention

Mention

  • Brand monitoringnot Clip Studio Paint
  • Competitor trackingnot Clip Studio Paint
  • Social listeningnot Clip Studio Paint
  • Reputation managementnot Clip Studio Paint

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Clip Studio Paint

  • Monthly subscription pricing becomes expensive over multiple years compared to one-time licenses
  • Limited built-in photo manipulation features compared to general-purpose image editors

Mention

  • Historical data access is not included in the Company plan and is only available as a paid add-on

Pricing, plan by plan

Clip Studio Paint

$4.49/month
  • PRO Perpetual License$54/one-time
    • Full brush engine
    • 3D model integration
    • Basic animation (24 frames)
  • PRO Monthly Subscription$4.49/month
    • All PRO features
    • Desktop and mobile access
    • Continuous updates
  • PRO Annual Subscription$26.99/year
    • All PRO features
    • Desktop and mobile access
    • Continuous updates
  • EX Perpetual License$237/one-time
    • All PRO features
    • Unlimited animation frames
    • Multi-page management

Mention

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 alert
    • 1,000 mentions
    • Basic monitoring
  • Solo$41/month
    • 2 alerts
    • 5,000 mentions
    • Boolean search
  • Pro$83/month
    • 5 alerts
    • 10,000 mentions
    • Team features
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Unlimited alerts
    • Unlimited mentions
    • Custom integrations

Which should you pick?

Choose Clip Studio Paint if

  • You need natural drawing feel.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, iPad.
  • You also want comic/manga tools.
Clip Studio Paint review

Choose Mention if

  • You need real-time monitoring.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want sentiment analysis.
Mention review

Questions people ask

Is Clip Studio Paint or Mention better?
Neither clearly leads. Clip Studio Paint starts at $4.49/month and Mention at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Clip Studio Paint or Mention?
Mention has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $4.49/month for Clip Studio Paint and Free for Mention.
Does Clip Studio Paint or Mention run on more platforms?
Clip Studio Paint runs on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, iPad. Mention runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Mention for free?
Yes. Mention has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Clip Studio Paint starts at $4.49/month.
What is Clip Studio Paint best used for?
Clip Studio Paint is most often used for manga creation, comic illustration, 2d animation, character design. Of those, manga creation and comic illustration are not what Mention is typically brought in for.
What can Clip Studio Paint do that Mention cannot?
Clip Studio Paint covers Natural drawing feel, Comic/manga tools, Animation features, 3D reference. Mention covers Real-time monitoring, Sentiment analysis, Influencer identification, Competitive analysis. Both handle Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Clip Studio Paint: What are the differences between Clip Studio Paint PRO and EX?

PRO includes basic animation (24 frame limit) and is best for digital painting. EX includes unlimited animation frames, multi-page management for publishing, LT conversion, and professional animation timelines.

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Mention: What does the Mention Company Plan include?

The Company Plan includes real-time mention tracking across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Reddit, TikTok, and YouTube, plus news, blogs, and forums. It covers 75+ review sites, sentiment analysis, competitor benchmarking, custom reporting, and dedicated account manager support.

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Clip Studio Paint: Can I use Clip Studio Paint on mobile?

Yes. Clip Studio Paint offers monthly and annual plans that cover both desktop and mobile access. Desktop-only perpetual licenses are available but do not include mobile access.

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Mention: What is the cost of Mention's Company Plan?

Mention's Company Plan pricing is not displayed on the pricing page and requires contacting sales or requesting a demo to get a quote.

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Clip Studio Paint: What payment options does Clip Studio Paint offer?

Clip Studio Paint offers one-time perpetual licenses for desktop ($54 PRO, $237 EX), monthly subscriptions ($4.49 PRO, $9.99 EX), and annual subscriptions ($26.99 PRO, $75.99 EX) that include mobile access.

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Mention: Does Mention offer a free trial?

Yes. Mention offers a free trial accessible through their signup page, with no credit card required to get started.

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Clip Studio Paint: Does Clip Studio Paint include 3D model integration?

Yes. Both PRO and EX versions include 3D model integration for digital artists to use as reference or directly in compositions.

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Mention: Can I save money by paying annually for Mention?

Yes. If you pay yearly instead of monthly, Mention gives you 2 months free, saving approximately $360 USD per year depending on your plan.

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Mention: Are there add-ons or upsells available with Mention?

Yes. Mention offers paid add-ons for historical data and white-label reporting beyond what is included in the standard plan.

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