Autodesk has announced that its 2D drawing application Sketchbook is now free for desktop, compatible with both Window and Mac OS in addition to mobile versions. According to a post on Autodesk’s forum, Sketchbook is not being retired: “we will continue to develop SketchBook with a focus on adding functionality to enable designers, architects, and animators to capture conceptual art and designs.” An enterprise edition remains available for $85 a year aimed at large organisations that require tech support. Download the free edition from the Sketchbook website (requires an Autodesk login after a 7-day trial).
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Is the tablet version not free now?
According to the Learn More button, I’m assuming yes.
“If you purchased from the iTunes Store or Mac App Store:
Update your copy of SketchBook to the new version. Enter your Autodesk ID and continue using SketchBook.
Your current subscription will not auto-renew.
If you purchased from Google Play:
Update your copy of SketchBook to the new version. Enter your Autodesk ID and continue using SketchBook.
You will be required to cancel your Google Play subscription. Due to the way some stores handle subscription, Autodesk is unable to do that for you”
Only way to find out is updating or installing using your Autodesk ID.