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Animaker
Animaker
(1,001)
4.7 out of 5
Animaker
By Animaker, Inc
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Pencil2D
Pencil2D
(16)
4.1 out of 5
Pencil2D
By Pencil2D
At a Glance
Animaker
Animaker
Star Rating
(1,001)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.1% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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Pencil2D
Pencil2D
Star Rating
(16)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (81.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Animaker excels in user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher overall score compared to Pencil2D. Users appreciate its intuitive interface and the ease of creating animated content, with one reviewer noting how simple it is to make cartoon characters and videos.
  • Users say that Pencil2D stands out for its free-to-use model, making it an attractive option for small businesses and individuals looking to explore 2D animation without financial commitment. Reviewers highlight its lightweight nature and compatibility across various operating systems, which enhances accessibility.
  • Reviewers mention that Animaker's customer support is a strong point, with many users praising the quick resolution of issues. This level of support can be crucial for users who rely on the software for regular content creation, as noted by a long-time user who appreciates the fast service.
  • According to verified reviews, Pencil2D is recognized for its ease of use, with users finding it intuitive and straightforward for drawing and animating. The drag-and-drop feature is particularly highlighted, making it easy for newcomers to get started with 2D animation.
  • Users report that Animaker offers a wide range of customization options, allowing for tailored content creation that appeals to diverse audiences. One user specifically noted the ability to edit characters to represent various ethnicities, which is a significant advantage for businesses targeting a broad demographic.
  • Reviewers mention that while Pencil2D has a solid user experience, it has fewer recent reviews compared to Animaker, which may indicate a smaller active user base. This could affect the availability of community support and resources for users seeking help or inspiration.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Animaker
Free
Free
Browse all 4 pricing plans
Pencil2D
No pricing available
Free Trial
Animaker
No trial information available
Pencil2D
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
834
8.1
16
Ease of Use
9.0
845
9.2
16
Ease of Setup
9.0
454
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.8
134
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.9
759
8.5
12
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
131
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
810
7.8
16
Features by Category
Content MarketingHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
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Content Creation
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Optimization
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Logistics
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Display Ad DesignHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
8.9
152
Not enough data
Template Creation
9.3
141
Not enough data
8.7
140
Not enough data
9.2
139
Not enough data
8.9
133
Not enough data
Design & Editing
8.9
136
Not enough data
8.8
138
Not enough data
9.0
137
Not enough data
Ad Management
8.7
121
Not enough data
8.9
124
Not enough data
8.9
111
Not enough data
Analytics
8.8
109
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Feature Not Available
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Feature Not Available
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PresentationHide 17 FeaturesShow 17 Features
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Platform Basics
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Platform Content
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Platform Additional Functionality
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Generative AI
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eLearning ContentHide 2 FeaturesShow 2 Features
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Training & eLearning
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TranscriptionHide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
8.7
43
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Voice
Feature Not Available
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9.0
41
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Transcription
8.5
40
Not enough data
8.8
40
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9.2
38
Not enough data
8.6
37
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Editing
8.9
39
Not enough data
8.5
39
Not enough data
8.8
40
Not enough data
8.8
37
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Integration
8.8
36
Not enough data
8.3
35
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9.0
40
Not enough data
8.6
34
Not enough data
8.6
34
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Transcription
Not enough data
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Text to SpeechHide 24 FeaturesShow 24 Features
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Integration
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Speech Output
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Audio Format
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Generative AI
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Video EditingHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
8.5
239
Not enough data
Editing
8.6
219
Not enough data
8.5
214
Not enough data
9.0
224
Not enough data
8.3
212
Not enough data
8.0
214
Not enough data
8.6
221
Not enough data
9.0
217
Not enough data
Platform
8.8
217
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8.9
218
Not enough data
8.7
205
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.5
98
Not enough data
8.5
99
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Agentic AI - Video Editing
7.3
19
Not enough data
8.3
19
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8.4
19
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8.5
18
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Synthetic MediaHide 22 FeaturesShow 22 Features
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Audio
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Video
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Image
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Text
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Platform
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Generative AI
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Content CreationHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
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Planning
Feature Not Available
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Publishing
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Social Media
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Planning
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Generative AI
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Agentic AI - Content Creation
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AnimationHide 4 FeaturesShow 4 Features
7.7
76
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
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Feature Not Available
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Agentic AI - Animation
7.7
74
Not enough data
7.6
72
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Talent ManagementHide 2 FeaturesShow 2 Features
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Generative AI
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AI Video GeneratorsHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
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Video Creation - AI Video Generation
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Feature Not Available
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Generative AI - AI Video Generation
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Editing - AI Video Generation
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Storage & Management - AI Video Generation
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Video Content CreationHide 23 FeaturesShow 23 Features
8.5
265
Not enough data
Video creation - Video Content Creation
8.3
253
Not enough data
8.6
249
Not enough data
9.1
256
Not enough data
8.8
256
Not enough data
8.5
250
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
252
Not enough data
8.5
251
Not enough data
8.6
246
Not enough data
Distribution - Video Content Creation
8.4
243
Not enough data
8.4
241
Not enough data
8.7
245
Not enough data
Analytics - Video Content Creation
8.4
233
Not enough data
8.3
230
Not enough data
Training & Support - Video Content Creation
8.5
235
Not enough data
8.9
239
Not enough data
Integrations - Video Content Creation
8.6
235
Not enough data
8.7
233
Not enough data
8.5
227
Not enough data
Other - Video Content Creation
8.6
229
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8.6
229
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Agentic AI - Video Content Creation
8.1
34
Not enough data
7.9
33
Not enough data
Video TranslationHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
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Voice cloning - Voice Dubbing
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Agentic AI - Video Translation
Not enough data
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Real-time preview - Voice Dubbing
Not enough data
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Security and Privacy - Voice Dubbing
Not enough data
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Output - Voice Dubbing
Not enough data
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AI Avatar GeneratorsHide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
Not enough data
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Text to Video Generation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Emotion and Gesture control
Not enough data
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Real-time rendering
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Live streaming
Feature Not Available
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Script-based automation
Feature Not Available
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Video Creation
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Feature Not Available
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Generative AI
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Editing
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Storage & Management
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Training eLearningHide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
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Platform
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Animaker
Animaker
Pencil2D
Pencil2D
Animaker and Pencil2D are categorized as Animation
Unique Categories
Animaker
Pencil2D
Pencil2D has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Animaker
Animaker
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
78.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
13.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
8.6%
Pencil2D
Pencil2D
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
81.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
18.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
Reviewers' Industry
Animaker
Animaker
Animation
9.7%
Higher Education
8.6%
Education Management
6.1%
Primary/Secondary Education
5.6%
Information Technology and Services
5.5%
Other
64.5%
Pencil2D
Pencil2D
Animation
25.0%
Information Technology and Services
12.5%
Design
12.5%
Computer Software
12.5%
Warehousing
6.3%
Other
31.3%
Alternatives
Animaker
Animaker Alternatives
Vyond
Vyond
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Powtoon
Powtoon
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Renderforest
Renderforest
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Canva
Canva
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Pencil2D
Pencil2D Alternatives
Blender
Blender
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Adobe Animate
Adobe Animate
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OpenToonz
OpenToonz
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Unity
Unity
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Discussions
Animaker
Animaker Discussions
What can Animaker do?
2 Comments
Advocate Pankaj Nandlal S.
AS
Miracles in terms of animation.Read more
what are the systems requirements for Animaker.
1 Comment
SS
When you upgrade to the Enterprise solution you have much more control of the voice adding Breaths, pauses, pitch and even emphasis on word or even phrases. ...Read more
Can I Add animation in my already existing video through animaker
1 Comment
Official Response from Animaker
Yes you make take a video from a 3rd party source upload it to Animaker, edit, clip it, change colors, add text, voice overs and animation to your existing...Read more
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Pencil2D
Pencil2D Discussions
2+55=
1 Comment
Preet C.
PC
57Read more
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