# iStopMotion vs Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion

The clearest difference is price: Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion at Free against iStopMotion's $9.99. Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 23). iStopMotion's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion is free to download; iStopMotion costs $9.99 up front. Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. iStopMotion asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion has 2.4K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of iStopMotion's written reviews are positive against 47% of Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iStopMotion ships an update every 2 months, Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iStopMotion | Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.8 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istopmotion/id484019696/reviews) | **[4.4 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-motion-maker-by-anymotion/id1533083497/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 23 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **62.9% of reviews** | 46.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 35 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Boinx Software International GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/315629192) | [Pixel Dealer LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1533083499) |

## What reviewers say

### iStopMotion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/istopmotion/id484019696)

Create stop motion animations and time-lapse recordings with ease. This app allows users of all ages to tell stories frame by frame, making it a fun creative experience for families and an educational tool for classrooms. Features include camera overlays, instant playback, and audio import.

**Highlights:** Camera Overlay, Instant Playback, Timeline and Navigator, Import or Record Audio, Remote Camera Support, Flip Book Printing

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for stop motion animation
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔍 Useful onion skinning feature
- 📱 Ability to use iPhone as remote camera

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🔒 Doesn't work on iPad 1
- 🔒 Remote camera feature not reliable
- 🔒 Inability to reorganize frames

**Reported bugs**

- Frames disappearing or showing as black screens
- Exported videos not saving properly
- Remote camera connection issues
- App crashing on launch or during use

**Requested features**

- Add ability to import images from camera roll
- Implement voice recording and audio editing
- Add option to loop animations
- Improve focus and exposure controls
- Implement frame reordering and editing


### Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-motion-maker-by-anymotion/id1533083497)

Create stop motion and timelapse videos easily with this intuitive tool. Animate photos and bring your stories to life for social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. No special skills are required to make unique and engaging content.

**Highlights:** Stop motion animation creation, Timelapse video creation, Easy photo animation, Video editing tools, Customizable frame rate and speed, Social media export formats

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AnyMotion Unlimited | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| AnyMotion Unlimited | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| AnyMotion Unlimited | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| AnyMotion Unlimited | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| AnyMotion Unlimited | $7.99 | per month |
| AnyMotion Unlimited | $19.99 | per year |
| AnyMotion Unlimited | $19.99 | per year |
| AnyMotion Unlimited | $39.99 | per year |
| AnyMotion Unlimited | $39.99 | per year |
| AnyMotion Unlimited | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Smooth animation
- 💡 Good for small projects
- 👍 Helpful for beginners

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 💰 Paywall for many features
- 🔍 Limited options and customization
- 🔋 Overheating issues

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent frame saving
- Exported videos have watermark
- Freezing and crashing on some devices

**Requested features**

- Add voice recording and sound effects
- Improve video export quality
- Allow importing from photo library
- Increase frame limit for free users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iStopMotion free?

iStopMotion costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion free?

Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iStopMotion or Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion?

Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion is rated higher. iStopMotion averages 3.8 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion averages 4.4 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do iStopMotion or Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion have ads?

Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion shows ads; iStopMotion does not.

### Which is updated more often, iStopMotion or Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion?

iStopMotion ships an update every 2 months, and Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion every 5 weeks. Most recently, iStopMotion was updated on October 16, 2026 and Stop Motion Maker by AnyMotion on October 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*