# Animation Booth — Animate your photos with a tap

> App to create animated videos from user photos with sharing options. (iPhone/iPad app by Dating DNA, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/animation-booth/id591669914 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Dating DNA, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/295453837)
- Category: Entertainment, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 103 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 55 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-07-19
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/animation-booth/id591669914/reviews.md

## What is Animation Booth?

Animation Booth is the FIRST and ONLY APP to let you create fun, original animations incorporating YOUR photos!  

From the makers of the hugely popular and #1 apps CLIPish Pro 2 and 3D Animations, comes our most innovative app yet--Animation Booth.  With just one tap, Animation Booth builds fun animations from photos of you, your friends and family, bringing those photos right INTO the animation, all to be shared with just one tap in Text Messages, Emails, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and more.

"Animation Booth is the most original app we've seen come along in months…your friends will be amazed when you text message them animations that incorporate photos of yourself or them actually in the animations." ~ AppAdvice, Nov. 2013

See examples of the animations in action at:  http://animationbooth.com 

FUN AND EASY:

1. Select an image from either your photo library, camera, paste from clipboard, or even using the built-in image search of millions of images on any topic.

2. Choose from dozens of animation themes (Greetings, Birthdays, Holidays, Romance, etc.).

3. While previewing the animation, fine-tune the size and position of your photo within the animation.

4. Optionally customize your animation with your own text or even recorded audio and apply built-in sound effects.

5. Tap Share to send via Text Messages, Emails, Facebook, Twitter, and more.

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* A NOTE ABOUT COMPATIBILITY WITH NON-iPHONE USERS:  Sharing animations with Facebook, Twitter and Email works with pretty much anyone, but depending on what cell network and type of cell phone the person you're sending to has, some of the images you send via text messaging may not work.   This has nothing to do with the app, but is a factor of the compatibility between: 1) the iPhone, 2) your network provider, 3) the other person's network provider, and 4) the other person's cell phone.  See http://clipish.net/support-ab for more details.

* INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED:  Due to the server communication which lets this app have powerful features, this app requires an Internet connection.

* ANIMATIONS ON FACEBOOK and TWITTER:  Animations posted to Facebook and Twitter use a link to get the animation to "play," since Facebook and Twitter do not allow animations to play directly on their sites.  

Some images featured are public domain.  If you believe your work has been included in err, please let us know so it can be removed immediately.

WRITE US!  Input and suggestions welcome. We're always here to help:  support@animationbooth.com

## Key features

- Create animations from photos
- Dozens of animation themes
- Customize with text and audio
- Adjust photo size and position
- Share via text, email, and social media
- Built-in image search

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Birthdays | $1.99 | one-time |
| Greetings | $1.99 | one-time |
| Misc. | $0.99 | one-time |
| Romance | $1.99 | one-time |
| Add Your Own Text | $1.99 | one-time |
| Christmas | $2.99 | one-time |
| MEGA Bundle (ALL Packs!) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Add Sound to Animations | $1.99 | one-time |
| Flirting | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Occasions | $0.99 | one-time |
| July 4th | $0.99 | one-time |
| Intro Bundle (4 Packs) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Halloween | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grandparents Day | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hanukkah | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Animation Booth?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 😍 Fun and entertaining animations
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🎨 Customizable with personal photos
- 🤝 Friends impressed by creations
- 💬 Great for personalized messaging
- 🎯 Wide variety of animation options
- ⚡ Quick to create and share
- 🔗 Integration with web searches
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Appeals to all ages
- 🛠️ Responsive developer support

**Cons**

- 💰 Excessive in-app purchase requirements
- 🚫 Limited free features
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- 📸 Cannot use existing photos from camera roll
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with older iOS versions
- 📤 Poor quality when sharing/saving animations
- ❌ Doesn't work with Facebook sharing
- 🎬 Animations save as static images not videos
- 🍎 Apple-only file format output
- ⚠️ Lack of recent updates
- 🔐 Invasive permission requests
- 💸 Inconsistent pricing and hidden fees

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when selecting photos
- Freezing and unresponsive interface
- Text sizing controls not working properly
- Font adjustment limited to enlargement only
- Animations not loading
- Unable to exit text editing screen
- Animations save as photos instead of videos
- Small image display quality on receiving end
- Sharing functionality fails after purchase
- Incompatibility with iOS 5.1.1 and older devices
- In-app purchase not granting promised access
- Animations not importing into iMovie

**Most requested features**

- Support for importing existing photos from camera roll
- Universal file format export (not Apple-only)
- Video/animation file saving capability
- Thank you and welcome greeting animations
- Kudos section for animations
- iMovie compatibility
- Improved graphics and animation quality
- More frequent content updates
- Larger font size adjustment options
- Better Facebook integration

## Recent user reviews (10 of 103)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/animation-booth/id591669914/reviews.md

### 5/5 — My Go To

*2025-06-08*

I’ve used this app for years and love it. I wish it was still being updated as I’m sure there are new features to add. The CLIPish keyboard is a staple for all occasions. It’s linked to web searches which gives me a vast selection. 
Try it!

### 4/5 — Nice used it for years!

*2025-05-31*

It’s my go to. I insert photos to personalize greetings. I search the internet for ALL kinds of cards. It appears no updates in several year. I just wish it was improving.

### 1/5 — Bought Rom pack for $1.99, but not working

*2018-11-20*

I added a picture to the Google Search “hottest guy,” animation, & it stayed, “This animation is part of the ROMANCE Animations Pack. Would you like to use in-app purchase to buy this pack for $1.99?” I bought the pack, but it did NOT give me access to the “Google Search hottest guy ever.” Basically, I paid, & it permitted me access to other romance animations, but not the one I was on & requested. Seems a little shady.

### 1/5 — Can’t Use a Photo

*2018-10-20*

I personally don’t like the fact that I can’t use one of my photos on camera roll. You have to take a picture to use app. I’m not always presentable to take a selfie.

### 1/5 — I dunno

*2017-05-08*

Kek

### 5/5 — Fun!!!

*2016-12-17*

My friends are always very impressed when I send them their own photos back animated. Hundreds of cool animations to choose from!

### 5/5 — Great app

*2016-12-09*

Cool and fan

### 5/5 — Fun

*2016-11-23, version 1.21*

Awesome!!'
Love this!!!

### 1/5 — Pure crap

*2016-06-28, version 1.19*

This app is crap and worthless every time I use it I have to purchase it. Totally worthless

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2016-04-02, version 1.18*

Select a photo and app closes

## Frequently asked questions about Animation Booth

### What does Animation Booth do?

Animation Booth allows you to create unique animated videos by incorporating your own photos. You can select an image, choose from various animation themes, and then customize it with text or recorded audio before sharing.

### How do I create an animation?

To create an animation, first select an image from your library or camera. Then, choose a theme, fine-tune your photo's placement, and optionally add text or audio. Finally, tap 'Share' to send it out.

### Is Animation Booth free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering various features for creating animations. However, it does have in-app purchases, suggesting that some premium themes or features may require payment.

### What devices is Animation Booth compatible with?

The description specifically mentions compatibility with iPhones. While sharing via Facebook, Twitter, and email works broadly, text message compatibility with non-iPhone users can vary due to network and device factors.

### Can I share animations with people who don't have the app?

Yes, you can share animations via Text Messages, Emails, Facebook, Twitter, and Tumblr. Sharing through these platforms allows recipients to view the animations even if they do not have Animation Booth installed.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.25 — 2018-07-24

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Remember...High ratings keep us motivated to keep adding features. :)

* Fixed bug that prevented you from changing the font color on an iPhone X.

### 1.24 — 2018-03-01

Remember...High ratings keep us motivated to keep adding features. :)

* Allowed for smaller font size when adding text to an animation.

### 1.23 — 2018-02-02

* The app now supports the iPhone X.

Remember...High ratings keep us motivated to keep adding features. :)

### 1.22 — 2016-12-01

Remember...High ratings keep us motivated to keep adding features. :)

- Fixed crashing issue when trying adjust image placement on the iPad.
- Misc . bug fixes.

### 1.21 — 2016-11-10

Remember...High ratings keep us motivated to keep adding features. :)

- Fixed crashing issue with iOS 10.
- Misc . bug fixes.

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