Momento
Momento: A capable Apple-focused GIF maker with broad sharing and moderate editing depth. Ranked #17 of 33 in GIF Maker Software by our editors (7.6/10); pricing: Free plan; best for social GIF creation on Apple devices.
At a glance
- Editor score7.6 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forSocial GIF creation on Apple devices
- Free planYes
- Supported platformsiOS (iPhone and iPad); Apple TV and iMessage are also listed as supported
- Facts checked23 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Converts photos, Live Photos, and videos into GIFs
- Supports stickers, text, AR elements, music, filters, and effects
- Shares directly to TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, and messaging apps
Where it doesn't
- Available on iOS and macOS only
- Premium is required to remove the Momento watermark
- Editing depth is moderate for more advanced GIF workflows
Our verdict on Momento
Momento is a GIF creation and editing app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac users who want to turn photos, Live Photos, and video clips into shareable GIFs. It can automatically create GIFs from similar photos, while manual tools support trimming, zooming, speed changes, and playback-direction changes. Its audience is primarily social creators and Apple-device users who value quick visual effects and direct sharing over advanced editing controls.
The app follows a freemium model and is free to download. Momento Premium adds creation from the device library, unlimited access to filters and frames, and removal of the Momento watermark. The published plan information does not include a starting price, so the main buying consideration is whether those additions justify upgrading. For casual GIF creation, the free access can cover the core conversion workflow; users who publish frequently may prefer Premium for broader creative access and watermark-free exports.
Momento’s strongest fit is its Apple and social ecosystem coverage. It supports sharing to TikTok, iMessage, WhatsApp, WeChat, LINE, Messenger, Instagram Stories, Instagram, and Snapchat, and it supports GIPHY content or integration. Creative options include stickers, text, frames, augmented-reality elements, music, filters, and effects, giving social posts more flexibility than a basic converter. Choose Momento for fast GIF creation and sharing across Apple devices. Choose an alternative if you need deeper editing controls, broader platform availability, or a workflow centered on advanced production.
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Momento fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Video import | Yes |
| Screen recording | Not verified |
| Watermark-free export | Yes |
| Transparent GIF export | Not verified |
| Maximum file size | Not verified |
| Maximum GIF duration | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | iOS (iPhone and iPad); Apple TV and iMessage are also listed as supported |
| Deployment | Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Solo (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 10 integrations: TikTok, iMessage, WhatsApp, WeChat, LINE, Messenger … |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | momentogifs.com |
| Facts checked | 23 Sep 2026 |
Momento integrations
Momento lists 10 integrations on its own site.
- TikTok
- iMessage
- LINE
- Messenger
- Instagram Stories
- Snapchat
- GIPHY
Alternatives to Momento
- EzgifA free, watermark-free browser toolkit covering GIF creation, editing, conversion, and optimization.9.4
- GGIFFA deep free browser editor for animated visuals, with no screen-recording workflow.9.2
- ImgPlayA versatile mobile GIF editor with broad media imports, exports, and sharing options.9.1
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