# Camera for Stop Motion Studio vs Stop Motion Animation Maker

The clearest difference is rating: Stop Motion Animation Maker at 4.5 against Camera for Stop Motion Studio's 3.1. Stop Motion Animation Maker also leads on review sentiment (62% vs 31%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). Camera for Stop Motion Studio's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 18) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stop Motion Animation Maker sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Camera for Stop Motion Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stop Motion Animation Maker holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stop Motion Animation Maker has 864 ratings behind it against 160, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Camera for Stop Motion Studio's written reviews are positive against 62% of Stop Motion Animation Maker's.

Camera for Stop Motion Studio ships an update every 4 months, Stop Motion Animation Maker fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Camera for Stop Motion Studio | Stop Motion Animation Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (160 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-for-stop-motion-studio/id538378035/reviews) | **[4.5 (864 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-motion-animation-maker/id1599275912/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 160 | **864** |
| Positive reviews | 31.0% of reviews | **62.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 7 MB | 117 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CATEATER, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/388444973) | [Whisper Arts](https://appshunter.io/developer/836462468) |

## What reviewers say

### Camera for Stop Motion Studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-for-stop-motion-studio/id538378035)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a remote camera for Stop Motion Studio. Capture animations from unique angles with live preview and full camera control, wirelessly syncing photos to your project. Ideal for creators seeking precision and flexibility.

**Highlights:** Wireless remote camera functionality, Live camera preview, Full camera control (exposure, focus, ISO, white balance, shutter speed), Easy Wi-Fi connection, Instant photo sync to project

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Remote camera functionality
- 👍 Useful for stop motion projects
- 🔒 Works well when connected

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Slow response times
- 👎 Doesn't work with green screen

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections
- Black screen issues
- Compatibility problems with iOS updates

**Requested features**

- Add Bluetooth connectivity
- Improve image quality
- Integrate better with Stop Motion Studio app


### Stop Motion Animation Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-motion-animation-maker/id1599275912)

Create your own cartoons, animations, or time-lapse videos by taking a series of photos. This app offers easy shooting, editing, and frame-by-frame control, making animation accessible for all ages. Save and share your creations directly from your device.

**Highlights:** Frame-by-frame photo shooting, Combine photos into video, Translucent overlay for alignment, Adjustable frame rate, Image zoom and transparency, Export to video format, Save and share creations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Create your cartoon | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Create your film | $2.49 | per 7 days |
| Create your video | $3.49 | per month |
| 1 month subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| premium subscription | $3.99 | per year |
| Create your cartoon | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| premium subscription | $5.99 | per year |
| Create your animation | $6.99 | per month |
| Create an animation | $9.99 | per year |
| Stop motion | $9.99 | per year |
| premium subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| 1 year subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| premium subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| PRO version forever | $3.99 | one-time |
| PRO version | $3.99 | one-time |
| PRO version | $9.99 | one-time |
| PRO version forever | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and fun to use
- 🚀 Very good app
- 🚀 Awesome and inspiring
- 👍 Great for stop motion animations
- 👍 Intuitive and simple navigation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Limited free features, paywall for more
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Ads can be intrusive

**Reported bugs**

- Camera not working for some users
- Frames getting rearranged during editing
- Rendering/exporting issues causing crashes

**Requested features**

- Add more free sound effects and music
- Improve video export quality
- Allow importing custom audio
- Implement a camera mode instead of just photos


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Camera for Stop Motion Studio free?

Camera for Stop Motion Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Stop Motion Animation Maker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Camera for Stop Motion Studio or Stop Motion Animation Maker?

Stop Motion Animation Maker is rated higher. Camera for Stop Motion Studio averages 3.1 out of 5 from 160 ratings, while Stop Motion Animation Maker averages 4.5 from 864 ratings.

### Do Camera for Stop Motion Studio or Stop Motion Animation Maker have ads?

Stop Motion Animation Maker shows ads; Camera for Stop Motion Studio does not.

### Which is updated more often, Camera for Stop Motion Studio or Stop Motion Animation Maker?

Camera for Stop Motion Studio ships an update every 4 months, and Stop Motion Animation Maker fortnightly. Most recently, Camera for Stop Motion Studio was updated on September 18, 2026 and Stop Motion Animation Maker on September 24, 2026.

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