Stop Motion Magic vs DrawToLife
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stop Motion Magic
Create captivating stop motion animations with this comprehensive studio app. Features include advanced camera controls, frame-by-frame editing, sound integration, and smart guides for smooth movement. Export your creations in high definition for sharing.
- Pro-level camera controls
- Frame-by-frame painting and masking
- Video and image background integration
- Import and edit soundtracks
- Smart guides for smooth animation
- Onion skinning for precise movement
- Color grading tools
- 4K export options
Read full descriptionHide full description
Bring toys, clay, and everyday objects to life with stop motion animation. Bring Your Imagination to Life — One Frame at a Time! Stop Motion Magic is your all-in-one stop motion animation studio—right on your iPhone. Whether you're a hobbyist, a student, or a professional animator, this powerful app makes it easy to create stunning animations frame by frame. - CAPTURE THE MAGIC Use front or back cameras with pro-level controls—adjust white balance, focus, exposure, and zoom for cinematic quality. CREATE WITHOUT LIMITS -Paint directly on frames with customizable paint layers -Mask and blend backgrounds with precision using per-frame masking -Add dynamic backgrounds with videos or still images -Transform imported images in 3D with perspective controls SOUND Import soundtracks, browse our in-app audio library, or record voiceovers and effects. Edit, trim, and sync to perfection. ANIMATE SMOOTHLY WITH SMART GUIDES Use visual guides (line, circle, spline, etc.) and timing functions (ease-in, ease-out, linear) to create lifelike movement and flow. ONION SKIN FOR PERFECT MOVEMENT See your previous frames overlaid on the camera feed to guide your next shot. Choose multiple frames or keyframes, and use edge effects to make even the smallest movements crystal clear. COLOR GRADE Adjust brightness, contrast, saturation, tint, and temperature for that perfect final touch. EXPORT YOUR MASTERPIECE Export your animation in SD, HD, or crisp 4K. Share directly to social media or save to your library. FORMAT FREEDOM Supports both portrait and landscape. Your videos always look exactly how you envisioned. From first-time creators to seasoned animators, Stop Motion Magic gives you everything you need to animate, edit, and share your stories—all from your iPhone. Download now and start animating!
DrawToLife
Read full descriptionHide full description
**Bring your child’s drawings to life.** DrawToLife turns any drawing into a short, playful animation. Take a photo or pick one from your library, choose “Dance” or “Fight,” and in seconds you get a video you can watch together and share. **How it works** • Pick a drawing (photo or from your device) • Choose a style: Dance or Fight • Tap Animate — each video costs 1 credit • Watch the result in the app or share it **Perfect for** • Parents and kids who want to see art come alive • Quick, fun videos to share with family and friends • Celebrating creativity without complicated tools
Screenshots
Verdict
Stop Motion Magic and DrawToLife are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Stop Motion Magic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DrawToLife sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Stop Motion Magic | DrawToLife |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (73 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 81.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 73 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18 | 17 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1.2 GB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | DAVID CROOKS SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT LIMITED | MAKEEN TECHNOLOGY |
In-app purchases
Stop Motion Magic
- Motion Magic Pro$5.99
DrawToLife
- 5 Credits$5.99
- 10 Credits$9.99
- 25 Credits$24.99
Show 1 moreShow fewer
- 100 Credits$99.99
Questions
Is Stop Motion Magic free?
Is DrawToLife free?
Do Stop Motion Magic or DrawToLife have ads?
Other comparisons















