Comparison

Stop Motion Magic vs DrawToLife

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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!

About

DrawToLife

Features
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**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

Stop Motion Magic4 screens
DrawToLife3 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Stop Motion Magic versus DrawToLife: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStop Motion MagicDrawToLife
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (73 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings73 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS1817 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.2 GB13 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperDAVID CROOKS SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT LIMITEDMAKEEN TECHNOLOGY

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Stop Motion Magic

One-time1
  • Motion Magic Pro$5.99
4 purchases

DrawToLife

One-time4
  • 5 Credits$5.99
  • 10 Credits$9.99
  • 25 Credits$24.99
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  • 100 Credits$99.99

Questions

Is Stop Motion Magic free?
Stop Motion Magic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DrawToLife free?
DrawToLife is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Stop Motion Magic or DrawToLife have ads?
Neither Stop Motion Magic nor DrawToLife shows ads.

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