ToonSquid review
A focused iPad app combining hand-drawn animation with rigged, keyframe-based workflows.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
ToonSquid is a 2D art and animation application for iPad users who want both traditional frame-by-frame drawing and keyframe-based animation. Its workflow supports pixel and vector brushes, layered timelines, animated effects, text, vector shapes, camera movement, and layer-based compositing. That combination suits artists who want to move between hand-drawn work and more structured animation without switching applications.
The animation toolkit is the product’s main strength. Keyframe animation includes easing curves, while bone rigs with inverse kinematics support articulated characters. Custom mesh deformation adds another way to manipulate artwork, and symbols plus reusable animation clips can help organize repeated elements. Audio and video layers support lip-sync workflows, giving the app a broader production role than a frame-by-frame drawing tool alone. Camera movement and compositing controls also support scene-based work.
ToonSquid uses a paid model with one listed plan named ToonSquid. The plan includes all features and future updates, with no subscription. The app has no free plan or trial, so buyers should be comfortable evaluating it through its published feature set before purchasing. Export options include video, GIF, image formats, PSD, and ToonSquid project files. It is a strong fit for iPad artists seeking a hybrid animation workflow with rigging and deformation; teams or individuals who need software beyond iOS should choose a different tool.
ToonSquid pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Combines frame-by-frame and keyframe animation in one workflow
- Includes IK bone rigs, mesh deformation, and reusable animation clips
- Exports video, GIF, images, PSD files, and project files
- Where it doesn't
- Available only on iOS
- No free plan or trial
- Its feature set is focused on animation rather than other platforms
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