# Photo Animator －After Effects — Create Animated 3D Photo Film

> App to animate still photos into 3D moving films with effects, music, and text. (iPhone/iPad app by Old Man Sitting LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-animator-after-effects/id1474879280 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Old Man Sitting LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1464976804)
- Category: Photo & Video, Graphics & Design
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 5,143 App Store ratings · 168 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 112 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), Mexican Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Vietnamese
- Released: 2019-09-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-animator-after-effects/id1474879280/reviews.md

## What is Photo Animator －After Effects?

Make your favorite photos come to life, and turn those boring still images you have in your gallery into stunning moving photos with the list of tools Photo Animator brings directly to your device.

• Create as many projects as you want including your favorite photos directly from your library, or export the most beautiful images from Pixabay or Unsplash in just a single tap on your screen.
• Include incredible moving effects to your projects with the large list of effects you can add and edit in just a couple of steps.
• Include your favorite songs to your projects directly from your music library, or choose some sound effects to turn your projects even more interesting.
• Add customized text by writing personal messages and selecting the typography, color, size, and any other feature that better fits your style.
• Change color, blur the background, apply your favorite filters, or do any change you want, and give a boost to your photos with our in-app photo editor.
• Add motion effects to your pictures, and give real moving effects to your gallery.
• Save projects into the app even if you have not finished it yet.
• Share by any media in just seconds.
• Download your projects directly to your phone and choose their formats to get the greatest videos, or the funniest GIFs.

Create amazing moving masterpieces, and turn your galley into a collection of great images in just some minutes. Get the maximum of each photo, unleash your creativity and imagination, and take advantage of the large list of tools we have developed for you, and let others see the artist that live inside you.



Photo Animation
 Subscription options:

Monthly: First 3 days free trial, then $5.99 per month
Weekly: First 3 days free trial, then $2.99 per week
Yearly: First 3 days free trial, then $48.99 per year

 - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase


- Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can turn of the auto-renew subscription from iPhone setting
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase


- Privacy Policy: https://oldmansittingllc.wordpress.com/privacy-policy/
- Terms of use: https://oldmansittingllc.wordpress.com/terms-of-use/

- Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication where applicable


- Photo Animation adds features above and are available through an auto-renewing subscription. Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of your current subscription, and you can cancel a subscription during the active period. You can manage your subscription at any time, either by viewing your account in iTunes from your Mac or PC, or Account Settings on your device after purchase.

## Key features

- Animate still photos
- Add 3D motion effects
- Incorporate music and sound effects
- Customize text overlays
- In-app photo editor
- Export as video or GIF
- Save projects in progress

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Photo Animation | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Moving Pictures | $5.99 | per month |
| Photo Animator | $48.99 | per year |


## What do users think of Photo Animator －After Effects?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🎨 Good selection of effects
- 💡 Ability to add own photos
- 🚀 Smooth and precise effects

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent requests for reviews
- 💰 Subscription model required for full functionality
- 🤔 Limited features compared to expectations
- 🙄 Intrusive prompts to upgrade

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Rendering issues with longer animations
- Crashes and freezes during editing
- Inability to save with sound

**Most requested features**

- More animation options and effects
- Ability to position and resize effects
- Improved instructions and tutorials
- Eraser tool to edit animations

## Recent user reviews (10 of 168)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-animator-after-effects/id1474879280/reviews.md

### 1/5 — The app doesn’t work

*2026-08-03, version 7.4*

I’ve wasted two days trying to get this app to work. It didn’t work.

### 1/5 — Hopeless

*2026-07-16, version 7.4*

In all the times I’ve tried to animate a pic it’s never worked

### 1/5 — stays stuck

*2026-05-27, version 7.4*

doesn’t work

### 1/5 — Scam

*2026-03-15, version 7.4*

This app just stays stuck on loading screen. It’s a scam

### 1/5 — Trash

*2026-03-03, version 7.4*

This app does not work. Consistently stuck on a loading screen.

### 1/5 — It does not work

*2026-02-13, version 7.4*

It does not work dont even know where to cancel

### 1/5 — Grrrr

*2026-02-12, version 7.4*

Bro this thing takes forever to load my animation like bro

### 1/5 — Don't bother!

*2026-01-26, version 7.4*

The animation is easy more limited than shown, it only adds effects, sent three popup to leave a review or Rhett time you click on something! Disgusting!

### 1/5 — Not easy at all

*2026-01-03, version 7.4*

Not easy to navigate. No undo could not get my photo to animate. Could not access the online help website. Totally useless and a waste of money

### 5/5 — My Birthday day

*2025-12-31, version 7.4*

I m birthday on new year

## Frequently asked questions about Photo Animator －After Effects

### What does Photo Animator do?

This app allows you to transform your still photos into animated 3D films. You can add various motion effects, music, custom text, and utilize an in-app photo editor to enhance your images before animating them.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include the ability to animate photos, add extensive moving effects, incorporate music from your library or sound effects, add customized text with various styling options, edit photos with filters and blur, and export projects as videos or GIFs.

### How much does Photo Animator cost?

The app operates on a subscription model with weekly, monthly, and yearly plans. Each plan offers a free 3-day trial period before the recurring charge begins. Specific pricing details are available within the app's subscription options.

### Can I save my projects if I'm not finished?

Yes, you can save your projects within the app even if they are not yet completed. This allows you to return to your work later and continue animating your photos without losing progress.

### What are the common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include creating engaging social media content, personalizing photo albums with dynamic visuals, making unique greeting cards, or simply having fun bringing your favorite memories to life in a new and exciting way.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.4 — 2025-02-11

- Minor Bug Fixes 
- In App Improvements
- Fixed Crashes

### 7.3 — 2024-11-18

- Minor Bug Fixes 
- In App Improvements
- Fixed Crashes

### 7.2 — 2024-10-30

- Minor Bug Fixes 
- In App Improvements
- Fixed Crashes

### 7.1 — 2024-09-17

- Minor Bug Fixes 
- In App Improvements
- Fixed Crashes

### 7.0 — 2024-09-04

- Minor Bug Fixes 
- In App Improvements
- Fixed Crashes

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