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RoughAnimator - animation app

RoughAnimator - animation app

Draw frame-by-frame animation

2.9K ratings
830 reviews
#8 in paid Graphics & Design
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$7.99

Lowest price: $5.99 4 years ago (-33%)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 21, 2015
  • March 14, 2026

Developer

Jacob KAFKA
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About

Create traditional hand-drawn, frame-by-frame animations on your iPad. This app offers professional-grade tools like unlimited layers, onion skinning, and audio import, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced animators. Export your work in various formats or import it into professional animation software.

โœ“Timeline with unlimited layers
โœ“Onion skinning
โœ“Audio and video import
โœ“Custom brushes
โœ“Apple Pencil support
โœ“Export to video, GIF, image sequence
โœ“Import to professional software
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of RoughAnimator. Based on 2.9K reviews and a 4.6/5 average, it highlights the 6 positives and 6 negatives reviewers mention most about this Graphics & Design app.

Positive things

  • ๐Ÿ‘Easy to use
  • ๐Ÿš€Smooth animation
  • ๐Ÿ’กUseful features like camera and audio
  • ๐Ÿ‘Intuitive interface
  • ๐Ÿ‘Great for beginners
  • ๐Ÿ‘Affordable one-time purchase

Negative things

  • ๐Ÿ›Crashes when importing video/audio
  • ๐Ÿ›Laggy performance with larger projects
  • ๐Ÿ›Pixelated/blurry drawings when playing animation
  • ๐Ÿ›Onion skin not working
  • ๐Ÿ›Brush issues like splotchy lines
  • ๐Ÿ›Inability to delete frames
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What's New in RoughAnimator

4.23

March 14, 2026

- Optional linear interpolation for camera movement

Charts

Top Paid

๐Ÿ“‰ย 8-3

Graphics & Design

This app dropped -3 positions in Graphics & Design chart.

Last updated on August 8, 2026.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Simple and effective

Simple, no ads, has layers soooo goooood purely because I hate flip-a-clip.
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Awesome

I love this program. It makes it super easy for a beginner like me to pick up and start animating. It doesnโ€™t have all the bells and whistles of other programs, but itโ€™s great for practicing the fundamentals.
OtakuscottOtakuscott

Helped me alot!

Super good, highly recommended may be tricky at first (especially if you came from flipaclip), but after a few animations you're get the hang of it. 5 stars
Aninate54Aninate54

Life changing (for an animator)

Its cheap, its efficient, it feels great and it works great! Been using it for nearly a year now and safe to say, ill be sticking with this for probably the rest of my life (probably)
mamamoomooomamamoomooo

Amazing app

Amazing and fun to work with super amazing
Olive Garden123Olive Garden123
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Crashes when importing audio

Bug

Onion skin not working

Bug

Pixelated drawings when playing animation

Bug

Laggy performance with larger projects

Bug
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Requested Features

8 requests

Add transparency support for exports

Feature

Implement a text tool

Feature

Provide more brush options and customization

Feature

Add a ruler/shape tool

Feature

Improve audio handling (record, import, sync)

Feature

Implement a tween/animation feature

Feature

Add layer grouping and organization tools

Feature

Provide a dark mode option

Feature

FAQ

What is RoughAnimator?

RoughAnimator is a fully featured hand-drawn animation application designed for iPad. It provides tools for creating traditional frame-by-frame animations, suitable for both beginners and professional animators. You can draw, animate, and export your creations directly from your device.

What are the key features of RoughAnimator?

Key features include a timeline with unlimited layers, adjustable exposure lengths, onion skinning for smooth transitions, preview playback, and timeline scrubbing. It also supports audio import for lip-syncing, video import for rotoscoping, custom brushes, and Apple Pencil/Logitech Crayon compatibility.

How much does RoughAnimator cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription models, indicating a one-time purchase for full access.

What animation software can I import RoughAnimator projects into?

RoughAnimator projects can be easily imported into professional animation software such as Adobe Flash/Animate, After Effects, and Toon Boom Harmony. This allows for seamless integration into existing professional workflows.

Can I use RoughAnimator for rotoscoping?

Yes, RoughAnimator supports video import, which is essential for rotoscoping animation. You can import a video and draw over it frame by frame to create animated sequences based on existing footage.