Comparison

Stop Motion Studio vs Masterpiece AI

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Stop Motion Studio

Easily create stop motion animations and films with powerful editing tools. Capture every frame with manual camera controls, add sound and effects, and share your creations in high definition. Suitable for beginners and experienced animators alike.

Highlights
  • Onion skinning and animation guides
  • Frame-by-frame editing
  • Manual camera controls
  • Voiceover and sound effects
  • Green screen effects
  • 4K export
  • Remote camera control
Features
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Join 25 million creators making stop motion animation with ease. Stop Motion Studio is the Apple-featured app for creating stunning stop motion films. Enjoy powerful creative tools with no ads, no tracking, and no subscriptions. Stop Motion Studio is the easiest and most powerful stop motion animation maker for iPhone and iPad. Create beautiful animated films with LEGO, clay, drawings, or everyday objects — no experience required. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned animator, Stop Motion Studio gives you everything you need to turn your ideas into motion. Loved by Millions Worldwide * Over 25 million creators and counting * Rated 4.7 stars with more than 65,000 reviews * Featured in Apple’s “Life on iPad” TV commercial “Stop Motion Studio makes it easy to create your own stop-motion movies.” – The Washington Post “Brings out the LEGO moviemaking geek in all of us.” – TechNewsWorld Create and Edit with Precision * Onion skinning and animation guides for perfect alignment * Interactive timeline and frame-by-frame editing * Copy, paste, cut, and insert frames with ease * Rotoscoping: draw over videos for unique effects * Built-in drawing tools, text cards, and speech bubbles * Erase unwanted objects and add facial expressions or layers * Merge frames to simulate motion blur or speed effects Capture Every Frame * Full manual camera controls: focus, exposure, ISO, and white balance * Timelapse capture mode for automatic shooting * Use your Apple Watch or another device as a remote camera Add Sound and Style * Record voiceovers and narration directly in the app * Add sound effects, background music, or import from your library * Use filters, fades, and transitions for cinematic results * Green screen effects let you place characters anywhere Share Your Masterpiece * Export your films in 4K or 1080p HD * Share directly to YouTube, TikTok, or save as a GIF or iMessage sticker * Transfer projects via AirDrop, iCloud, or Dropbox * Start on iPhone and finish on Mac — your work stays in sync Learn and Improve * Step-by-step tutorials and creative tips included * Built-in manual for quick guidance and inspiration Yours to Create No ads. No tracking. No subscriptions. Your data stays private and your creativity stays yours. Download Stop Motion Studio today. Join millions of creators and bring your imagination to life — one frame at a time. * Some features require in-app purchases. All features are already included in the Pro version.

About

Masterpiece AI

Transform simple doodles into stunning AI-generated art. This app offers intuitive drawing tools and customization options to bring your creative visions to life effortlessly. Share your unique masterpieces with the world.

Highlights
  • AI-powered art transformation
  • Intuitive drawing tools
  • Customization options
  • Artistic filters
  • Save and share artwork
  • Explore user gallery
Features
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Discover Masterpiece AI: Transform doodles into captivating art with AI magic! Experience Unparalleled Artistry with Masterpiece AI! This groundbreaking app harnesses the incredible power of artificial intelligence to transform your scribbles into breathtaking images. Unleash Your Imagination: Masterpiece AI liberates your creative spirit. Whether you're a seasoned artist or an eager novice, our advanced AI algorithms interpret your vision effortlessly, breathing life into your ideas with vivid and detailed artwork. Art Made Easy: Say goodbye to the complexities of design software and the hours spent perfecting intricate techniques. Masterpiece AI brings creativity within everyone's reach, enabling you to effortlessly craft stunning, personalized images that reflect your unique style. Inspiring Features: AI-Powered Transformation: Witness your simple scribbles metamorphose into captivating artworks. Intuitive Drawing Tools: Embrace an intuitive interface designed for seamless sketching. Customization Options: Fine-tune your creations with a plethora of customization choices, including color palettes and styles. Artistic Filters: Add depth and mood to your masterpieces with artistic filters. Save and Share: Preserve your artwork on your device or instantly share it with friends and on social media. Explore the Gallery: Immerse yourself in a gallery of user-generated creations for inspiration. Play your favourite Masterpiece AI on both iPhone and iPad! Use your iPhone with the "Osmo Base for iPad". Requires the Osmo Base which can be found at www.playosmo.com Please see our device compatibility list here: https://support.playosmo.com/hc/articles/115010156067 Compatible iPhones: iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max iPhone 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max iPhone 14, 14 Plus Not compatible: iPhone 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max iPhone 12 Mini,13 Mini iPhone SE (1-3) iPhone 11 Series and older

Screenshots

Stop Motion Studio4 screens
Masterpiece AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Stop Motion Studio at 79% against Masterpiece AI's 0%. Stop Motion Studio also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.4) and ratings volume (78K vs 10). Masterpiece AI's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Stop Motion Studio sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Masterpiece AI asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Stop Motion Studio holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stop Motion Studio has 78K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Stop Motion Studio's written reviews are positive against 0% of Masterpiece AI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stop Motion Studio ships an update every 2 weeks, Masterpiece AI every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Stop Motion Studio versus Masterpiece AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStop Motion StudioMasterpiece AI
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (78K ratings) — better3.4 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews79.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings78K — better10
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#183 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.611.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size179 MB114 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperCATEATER, LLCTangible Play

Customer experience

Stop Motion Studio

All ratings78,202 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral3.7%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews2,100 reviews
Positive79.4%
Neutral8.2%
Negative12.4%

Masterpiece AI

All ratings10 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative30.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative75.0%

Bugs and requests

Stop Motion Studio

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Camera shaking/blurry issues
  • Sound not working properly
  • Frames skipping or lagging
  • Inability to restore deleted projects
  • Inconsistent performance across devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • More free features and effects
  • Improved erasing and editing tools
  • Ability to import photos and videos
  • More sound effects and audio options
  • Easier way to add text and titles

Masterpiece AI

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Stop Motion Studio

One-time1
  • All Features Forever$5.99
None

Masterpiece AI

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stop Motion Studio free?
Stop Motion Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Masterpiece AI free?
Masterpiece AI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Stop Motion Studio or Masterpiece AI?
Stop Motion Studio is rated higher. Stop Motion Studio averages 4.6 out of 5 from 78K ratings, while Masterpiece AI averages 3.4 from 10 ratings.
Do Stop Motion Studio or Masterpiece AI have ads?
Neither Stop Motion Studio nor Masterpiece AI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stop Motion Studio or Masterpiece AI?
Stop Motion Studio ships an update every 2 weeks, and Masterpiece AI every 2 months. Most recently, Stop Motion Studio was updated on October 17, 2026 and Masterpiece AI on October 12, 2026.

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