iStopMotion
Stop-motion animation software for Mac, iPhone, and iPad.
At a glance
- Editor score6.2 / 10
- PricingPaid
- Best forApple users using remote cameras and ProRes
- Free planNo
- Onion skinningYes
- Founded1996 · Germering, Germany
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Captures live frames from iPhone, iPad, webcams, and Mac cameras
- Supports onion skinning, timeline navigation, and audio waveforms
- Offers remote camera control plus Full HD and Apple ProRes export
Where it doesn't
- Limited to Apple platforms
- Animated GIF export supports up to 200 frames
- Paid software with one listed plan
Our verdict on iStopMotion
iStopMotion is stop-motion animation software for Mac, iPhone, and iPad. It captures and sequences individual frames for stop-motion animation, claymation, cartoons, and time-lapse recordings. The product is positioned for children, parents, educators, classroom use, enthusiasts, and professional animators. Its workflow suits Apple users who want to combine local cameras with iPhone or iPad capture, including projects that need remote camera control or Apple ProRes export.
Its strongest area is frame capture and project control. An onion-skin camera overlay compares the live image with a previous frame, while frame-rate control supports animation pacing. Users can capture live frames from iPhone, iPad, webcams, and built-in Mac cameras. The timeline and navigator are designed for projects with many frames, and audio can be imported or recorded with waveform display. A companion app provides remote camera control, which fits setups where the camera needs to stay positioned near a scene. iMovie integration also supports an Apple-centered workflow.
Export options cover animated GIFs up to 200 frames, Full HD, and Apple ProRes. The published plan is paid and lists stop-motion animation, time-lapse recording, camera overlay, timeline and navigator tools, audio import or recording, and remote camera support. iStopMotion is a clear fit for Apple users who value multiple Apple camera sources, onion skinning, audio editing, and ProRes output in one focused application. It is less suitable for teams needing Windows or Android support, or for projects that require animated GIF exports beyond 200 frames.
iStopMotion pricing
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iStopMotion fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Onion skinning | Yes |
| Live frame capture | Yes |
| Exposure controls | Not verified |
| Timeline editing | Yes |
| Audio support | Yes |
| Supported platforms | macOS, iOS, iPadOS |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | macOS, iOS |
| Support | Email, Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 1 integrations: iMovie |
| Pricing | Paid (source) |
| Website | istopmotion.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
iStopMotion integrations
iStopMotion lists 1 integrations on its own site.
- iMovie
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