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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated September 17th, 2026 # Reviews of Animaker Ease of use 4.2 Customer Service 4.2 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Marco C Pre-Litigation Legal AssistantLegal Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It is possible to make great videos with just a few hours of exploring the website.“ December 20, 2025 JR Joao R DesignerAnimation, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “I was looking for an alternative to Canva, so that I can mix and match the tools from different softwares for my creations, but this software all it it did is limit my work and make everything more difficult.“ November 26, 2023 Steve C Corporate TrainerManagement Consulting, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “As an enterprise client we can use a lot of their different tools that integrate with each other.“ October 11, 2024 Summer I Learning DesignerBanking, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “I really wanted to fall in love with this tool but it's super glitchy and I kept having to pay to upgrade.“ April 9, 2025 BJ Buck J VolunteerNon-Profit Organization Management, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Allows beginners to create compelling content without a lot of knowledge or skills in animation and without a tool bag of other tools.“ October 12, 2023 aa ayub a Web developerInformation Technology and Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “For an app that's supposed to make animation easier, it’s doing the complete opposite.“ December 12, 2024 SP Shravya P DesignDesign, Self-employedUsed the software for: I used a free trial. “you can create amazing videos with multiple animations !“ November 14, 2024 aa ayub a Web developerInformation Technology and Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “The lagging issue has been persistent, and it seems like there’s no fix in sight.“ December 12, 2024 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 235 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Marco C. Pre-Litigation Legal Assistant Legal Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "ANIMATION PLATFORM FOR BEGINNERS" December 20, 2025 4.0 During my school years, Animaker helped me a lot with creating 2D projects, thanks to its intuitive and easy-to-learn interface. It is possible to make great videos with just a few hours of exploring the website. Pros It's a very versatile program for creating all kinds of animations, especially 2D style. I used it a lot during my school days and it was very easy to learn because of how intuitive it is. Cons In the past, the program used to freeze a lot. At the beginning, it wasn't designed for low-performance computers, especially those in public schools, so I always had to use my personal PC to create the animations with minimal lag. Switched from [Powtoon](https://www.capterra.com/p/140321/PowToon/) Unlike Powtoon, creating animated presentations quickly and easily with Animaker is far superior. It doesn't require complicated processes, everything is intuitive, and it has a more than sufficient free version. Review Source DG Debby G. Student E-Learning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Get you creative points 👌🏾" September 29, 2024 5.0 The structure of the interface is very simple and easy to understand. It was easy to figure out what each section was for. Pros Gives me full control over how I want my scenes to look, on other animation sites, you can't even edit the colors. I also get creative points using this instead of recording myself for projects. Support team is very responsive and helpful. Shout out to Giftson Cons The time limit 😑. Please increase it to 5 minutes. Give an option to basic users to pay and download their video instead of paying for the whole month 😞 Switched from [Powtoon](https://www.capterra.com/p/140321/PowToon/) Powtoon had limited control over the elements of each scene. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Learning Designer Banking Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great tool if you have some patience!" April 9, 2025 3.0 I really wanted to fall in love with this tool but it's super glitchy and I kept having to pay to upgrade. Their chat and tech support is very responsive but I think this tool has a long way to go. Pros It's fun and easy to use. It creates something cool and unique and they have a lot of good and free features that you can incorporate. Cons It's super glitchy and scenes just start disappearing all of a sudden. I had to contact their tech support to get some deleted scenes back and it took them a day and a half to do so. I also didn't like not being able to add links into my video. Switched from [Camtasia](https://www.capterra.com/p/203013/Camtasia/) I didn't necessarily switch, I'm just trying Animaker too. Review Source umukoro P. LB Vid Anime Animation Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Awesome to use " August 18, 2022 5.0 It makes my work very fast and I haven't for once disappointed my clients Pros I love Animaker interface, videos Quality, Transition, speed of app while using Cons Haven't discovered any uncomfortable part of the app since past few months that I have been using it so for now is it wonderful Review Source Hossamudin H. Founder Higher Education Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "A great animation maker, but expensive." May 11, 2022 5.0 Excellent Pros How easy it is to add a character, a nice text, then add animation for a high quality presentation/Explainer video in minutes. Cons Again, the price! I wish they could offer a good plan for educational purposes at lower prices. Switched from [Vyond](https://www.capterra.com/p/182240/Vyond/) I was still learning animation newly, and I almost tried all the alternatives, and switched between each to find the best for me. Review Source aA ayub A. Web developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Frustrating Experience with Animaker" December 12, 2024 1.0 Pros Honestly, there's not much to like about Animaker when the basic functionality is so unreliable. Even if the features seem promising on paper, they’re overshadowed by constant lagging and crashes. It's hard to appreciate anything when you're stuck refreshing the app and losing progress repeatedly. Cons I had high hopes for Animaker, but it’s been nothing short of a frustrating experience. The app constantly lags, making it almost impossible to get anything done. Every time I try to create or edit something, it freezes, forcing me to refresh the page and start all over again. It’s incredibly time-consuming and unproductive, especially when you’re in the middle of a project. The lagging issue has been persistent, and it seems like there’s no fix in sight. For an app that's supposed to make animation easier, it’s doing the complete opposite. I wouldn’t recommend it unless you enjoy wasting time and pulling your hair out. Disappointed! 👎 Switched from [Synthesia](https://www.capterra.com/p/198045/Enact/) I made the switch because I initially thought Animaker would be a great tool based on its features and marketing. However, after using it, I realized it’s far from what I expected. The constant lagging and crashing make it nearly unusable. It’s been a frustrating experience, and I regret choosing it. Review Source AJ Ashley J. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great site for teachers that want a little extra! " November 9, 2025 5.0 I loved it. I think they have made it super easy and user friendly and my kiddos love the simplicity of the videos they’re not overly stimulating in the free and basic version and they honestly didn’t take very much time to put together because Lord knows as a teacher of 24 first graders. I do not have a ton of time to get everything done while my kids are at special. Pros I love that when I use Animaker in the free version I can make three 2 minutes (or less) videos each month to share with my kids and students. I love to do this for whatever our topic or virtue of the month is. You can choose to pay the $20 a month and get the basic plan and that has a lot more features available and you can make way more customized videos that are longer to cover each of your class rules, new concepts, and just fun ideas for the month. Cons The free version only gives you three downloads a month on your video needs to be two minutes or less. Review Source Steve C. Corporate Trainer Management Consulting Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Very responsive company, willing to listen and who want you to succeed." October 11, 2024 5.0 Overall, very positive. The individuals that work there are very responsive and willing to hear suggestions and comments. Pros Very comprehensive platform. As an enterprise client we can use a lot of their different tools that integrate with each other. Cons Sometimes the interface has little issues, but the support team is very responsive and addresses them quickly. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Student E-Learning Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Easy and fun to use" November 18, 2024 5.0 It was easy and fun to use.the character Motions were perfect for a presentaiton Pros Easy and fun to use, able to O import my power point Cons Bullet points weren’t able to be multi tiered Review Source DJ Douarou J. Artist producer Music Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Best review" October 17, 2024 5.0 I like it and very easy to create cartoon video Pros Best to create publicity cartoon for brand and more Cons Very Easy to use to found all characters to use in cartoon making Review Source SB Sergio B. Founder Mental Health Care Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Pretty good, yet too expensive for what it is" September 14, 2023 5.0 Once you get past the payment (a bad feeling that doesn't go away because you know month after month after month, on top of all your life expenses, you will have this one on top, all year long... and if you paid the whole year, well, if you're not well-off or not using it for immediate return of investment, it's just a toy that costs way too much, maybe not in the sense of "money" but in the feeling of having to pay for some software which probably you never needed in the first place. Again, that goes for 90% of the software out there, but Animaker almost takes the cake with that month vs year pricing. (again, that just shows they're overcharging at least by that 50% they can afford to "lose") It's sad that everyone's adopting that scheme, especially with AI these days, even if the 365 structure started so many years ago, at least you could still find Software that you could use for life. If there was an upgrade, ok, that was up to you to pay for it or not, but you could still use the software. Now, with everything been run on the cloud or server side, you're actually just "renting" the software, because you don't have anything from it, other than the resulting files. Other than that, we depend on their resources. Anything over $10 usd for something virtual, no matter how useful it can be, is just an example of how greedy people can be: it is just air, nothing more, there's nothing physical, nothing to manufacture. Animaker is not different, only a little greedier than others Pros In the realm of digital creativity, Animaker stands as a formidable ally, a versatile tool for crafting captivating 2D animations and presentations. Within its arsenal, a vast array of templates spanning various categories. But that's not all; Animaker generously furnishes an assortment of objects, characters, and props, all at your beck and call through the simple art of drag-and-drop.The praise for Animaker flows freely from its users, who laud its proficiency in swiftly and effectively assembling office presentations. Beyond the boardroom, it serves as a trusted aide in forging compelling company introduction videos. Yet, these are but two facets of Animaker's multifaceted utility.Picture this: a world where intricate product details demand elucidation. Animaker steps in, armed with potent animation prowess and an extensive character library. It empowers users to craft videos that not only engage but also imprint the essence of a brand into the minds of consumers. Whether it's the latest gadget or an innovative service, Animaker's wizardry ensures your offering is showcased in the best light.But the enchantment doesn't cease there. Animaker's versatile canvas extends to the realm of education and training. In this landscape, it becomes a torchbearer, illuminating the path to comprehension. Through images, audio, and visuals, employers fashion training materials that demystify complex concepts. The result? Clarity, the holy grail in companies grappling wit Cons Templates leave you wanting more, they're great but maybe you could use a few more, but maybe that's just me wanting to play around with more toys than Animaker already offers. One thing I didn't like, the pricing, although this is something that's happening with all similar software and the merciless and greedy 365 legacy... pay each year, now pay each month, if you pay the hefty price for a year it will save you this much, and if you pay by month, the greed simply shows on how much the price increases. While this happens with every software out there, like copycats of the pricing structure, Animaker seems to be a little greedier than some other options, with the lowest plan being under $13 per month... But NO! wait! that's only if you pay the full year.. . If you need to pay monthly because you can't afford that one big payment, it's going to be twice the price, or almost. $12 and cents vs $24 usd. (ouch, that doesn't show a "discount" or saving as it's presented, it just shows that the software is at least 50% overpriced) Unfortunately that's become the norm for almost every software out there, those that stand out, are the ones that don't treat their customers as suckers who don't know better. Reason for choosing Animaker No no no, the other way around. After using Animaker, I decided to stick with those 3 as better options. It's amazing that Runway's lowest plan costs half of what Animaker charges. Runway: Highest quality videos, scenes, anything you can imagine with stunning realism... and it costs $12 usd on the lowest plan. Animaker, which is ehm, "good" at what it does, if you're too much into toons that is, charges $24 usd, I mean, there's no contest there. I'm still checking out Invideo and Pictory, but so far, yep, they're also a lot better than animaker. Review Source rZ ron Z. Service Information Technology and Services Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "My Review" September 1, 2023 5.0 last year i use this site to passed my subject in college because my professor need a presentation video and i search many video maker and i saw animaker and there is a free to use and i use it and i finished the video presentation but 2 minutes only. Pros It's easy to use and there is many templates to use for free Cons there's a lot goods template for free and i can create videos presentation with animations. Review Source HL Herman L. Educator E-Learning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "The best Animation software for the budding animator." January 2, 2023 5.0 I have been able to use this software to create animated lessons for students as well as entertaining presentations when conducting teacher seminars. Pros I love the tutorials and the wide variety of animated characters, animals, and objects available for use. The music, sound effects, and transitions are all compelling. Cons This software has no problematic features, and I have yet to discover any negative aspects of using it. Review Source RV Rhomalie V. Freelancer Computer Games Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "I love Animaker" August 28, 2021 5.0 Overall experience to me is amazing and awesome. I enjoy using it. I got obsessed since I register in Animaker. Thank you to the blogger who makes this video about Animaker. It's been a long time I'm searching for this kind of stuff. Now I have confidence in myself that I can create an outstanding animation even I'm still a new user. I believe all the staff is very helpful. This Animaker its help me to grow and become a Professional Animator. I love it and very easy to use. So fun. Pros For me, It's easy to use and I enjoy it because of this I can create an excellent video and attract more clients. I'm happy about it. I can pursue my animation skills. Cons I wish after we got the starter or any plan. The ready-made template, intro, or so on can use it without the watermarks. Review Source TF Tim F. Teacher E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "So far the best I have found!" February 24, 2021 5.0 I am a foreign language educator and while we are doing quite a bit of distance learning this is coming in very handy to help students understand the short stories and vocabulary I need them to learn/comprehend. Overall I am much happier with this software than the others I have used mostly because it is much easier to have my characters do exactly what I want them to do without having to rewrite my script to match what is available. There are still a few adjustments that need to be made but it is much easier than before. I am anxious to finally have the paid version so I have even more options. Pros I really like that the characters have LOTS of different movement options. I love that I can create my own characters as well with all kinds of options. I also like that some of the extra images also have some default movements. I found it to be very fast in exporting and you don't have to wait while it exports. You can do other things. Having the text to speech built right in is a plus. Other software packages that I have used don't offer nearly the amount of options. Cons The tutorials could be a little more clear. It has a bit of a learning curve. I wish the animal characters were available on the regular version. I also wish it had an offline version so I could continue to work while away from internet. I wish the text to speech had more voice options and that they sounded a little more human. I am still operating on the free version. Perhaps they are better after paying. Review Source NiN N i N. Content Writer Writing and Editing Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Positive review about Animaker" October 21, 2022 4.0 Its overall experience is good. Pros I like its animation and transition feature the most. Cons Its features play a great role in creating an animation. So I didn't find anything to dislike about it. Review Source GB Goitsemodimo B. Human resources managèr Business Supplies and Equipment Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Most recommended for use with beginners " April 17, 2023 5.0 User friendly Pros Features of the software are almost mind blowing when it comes to creative's Cons Can't complain much since i haven't had any problem with it Switched from [AVS Video Editor](https://www.capterra.com/p/190789/AVS-Video-Editor/) Kind like slow on some features Review Source SS Sabrina S. Public servant Government Administration Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Very easy Plattform to make explanation videis" December 12, 2023 5.0 I really love to work with animaker and I will definitely recommend it to someone Pros I really liked animaker because I don’t have any experiences in making videos and the program made it very easy to me. Cons I only can download until 2 minutes of the video Review Source HJ Hunter J. Student E-Learning Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Animaker was a lifesaver when it came to lesson plans!" December 1, 2023 5.0 Overall, Animaker was a lifesaver for end of the semester project! It helped me come up with creative ideas to make for my lesson plan. It had clear images, narrators, and text. The organization was overall my favorite. Pros I love how Animaker was very easy to use. I created a lesson plan with many objectives with no problem. The images were clear, and the voiceovers are amazing! Overall, the presentation was neatly laid out and made everything so much easier. Cons I do not have much to say that was bad. Although I am a college student and unfortunately just had surgery on my foot so I am off work, the prices were high at this time of my life, and I could not afford the upgrade. Review Source KW Kirk W. Railway specialist Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "My view" September 5, 2023 5.0 Overall it is a great piece of software. Can be limited and youtube has helped me able to use it. Once you get the hang of it it is very simple to use not unlike powerpoint. Pros Having a character do all the talking for you to explain long winded processes is excellent. I then go into the detail and explain them in more detail. Being able to animate these situations is such a bonus. Learning by observing is the best learning process. Cons A one time fee for as many downloads that you want is much better than the tiered pricing that is available. I would rather pay a higher price for one time payment and unlimited downloads than monthly or yearly for only 5 a month. Review Source SNRG Sai Nikshay Reddy G. Associate software engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Liked it" August 21, 2023 3.0 Very good experience with the app and the features Pros I like the part where I can use character and play animations. There could be more animations but it is fine. Like a part where I can crop my video from the sides but wanted to do the same from top and bottom. Every thing else was good Cons Some times if there are so many animations in a scene and if I want to apply some animations for all of them I had to do that individually . Which was frustrating at a point Review Source AS Amy S. Artist/ Designer Arts and Crafts Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "User-friendly software that is fun to create with!" September 8, 2021 5.0 This software makes your creative navigation simple with tutorials when you need them. Lots of usable graphics and backgrounds available to give that extra touch to your videos, as well! Pros Aside from the convenience of the features and navigation, customer service was top-notch. Cons I did notice a little bit of lagging when formatting my video. Nothing too severe, but something to take note of. Review Source SM Siti M. student Animation Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Easy to use" June 21, 2022 5.0 I always use Animaker to do my presentation video for my assignment and it really help me to deliver the content of assignment easily and creative Pros I can edit my animation video easily and also can develop my creativity Cons for the character , it does not have many choice of outfit, and there is no baby character Reason for choosing Animaker Because it have some function that allow us to change the outfit for the character, and have many feature for the animation Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Self - Employed Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Not for amateurs 🙅🏿" May 24, 2019 5.0 On a business point of view, or the do it yourself type, it will work. It gives you what you need, not much I can say about it though, it's functional, just doesn't have that wow factor. Pros The free themes, pics, transitions, etc are very well done. It can work with minimal effort (with some exceptions). The quality is good. The animations are good. The support and tip system is good. Basically, nothing truly stood out for me, but it is workable. Cons Now don't get me wrong, if you have delved into the animating world, know how to ticker around with software or maybe you're just a quick study, you can find this quite fulfilling, but if you've pulled up on this for the first time, it is really confusing. The software is mediocre for someone like me who has used others. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Self-Publisher E-Learning Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Animaker - Good Online Animated Videos Maker " July 22, 2022 4.0 The beautiful animated characters of Animaker made my videos awesome. Pros Animated has nice variable Animated characters and motions. Cons It would be better if Animaker has a free educational license or discount. 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