veadotube
veadotube is a collection of tools for people interested in virtual puppetry, including VTubing.
What veadotube is
veadotube is a collection of tools for people interested in virtual puppetry, including VTubing. The full app combines avatar creation and use with an avatar editor, scene editor, state machines and a node system. The mini app makes a speaking avatar from two character images, switching between open- and closed-mouth images in response to microphone input. It can also use extra images for automatic blinking, animated GIF, PNG and WebP files, and effects that move or darken the avatar. Mini supports multiple states with their own images, effects and shortcuts, controlled by keyboard, mouse or gamepad. The full app can import avatars made for veadotube mini, HÖNK and PNGTuber Plus. Both apps can be captured in OBS for streaming, recording or virtual webcam use. veadotube runs on Windows, Linux and macOS. The mini app is free; an early access membership is listed at $8 per month. The maker says the apps collect no data and save settings and autosaved files on the user's computer.
Good
- Mini creates a speaking avatar from two character images
- Supports animated GIF, PNG and WebP files
- States can use keyboard, mouse and gamepad controls
- Apps can be captured in OBS
- Mini is free
Watch out
- No listed Android, iOS or iPadOS port plans
- Early access membership is $8 per month
- License prohibits resale and is not a FOSS license
Who it suits
veadotube suits people who want to create and control virtual avatars, from a two-image speaking setup to a fuller avatar and scene workflow. It is available to users on Windows, Linux or macOS.
Verdict
veadotube offers a free mini avatar setup and a fuller app with editors and state controls. Check platform availability and license limits before using it.
Plans and prices
From veadotube's own pricing page, checked 30 Sep 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| veadotube mini | Free | Windows x64 · Linux x64 · macOS · macOS Intel · Free; optional support contribution |
| veadotube early access | $8 a month | Early access membership · Windows · Linux · macOS · $8 per month |
The facts
Each one read from veadotube's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Animation
- Mini supports additional images for automatic blinking, animated GIF, PNG, and WebP files, and effects that move or darken the avatar.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Avatar compatibility
- The full app can import avatars made for veadotube mini, HÖNK, and PNGTuber Plus.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Full version
- The full veadotube app combines avatar creation and use, with an avatar editor, scene editor, state machines, and a node system.checked 30 Sep 2026
- License limits
- The stated license permits use by individuals, nonprofits, educational institutions, and certain worker-owned organizations, and prohibits resale; it is not a FOSS license.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Local server
- The apps can host an HTTP server for WebSocket or GET requests; it is off by default and, when enabled, serves through localhost by default.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Mini setup
- veadotube mini creates a speaking avatar from two character images, switching between the mouth-open and mouth-closed images according to microphone input.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Other inputs
- The full app supports input from keyboards, mice, microphones, cameras, gamepads, MIDI controllers, and WebSocket messages.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Privacy
- The maker says the apps collect no data and save settings and autosaved files on the user's computer.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Purpose
- veadotube is a collection of tools for making live avatars accessible to people interested in virtual puppetry, commonly known as VTubing.checked 30 Sep 2026
- States and controls
- Mini supports multiple avatar states with separate images, effects, and shortcuts; controls can include keyboard, mouse, and gamepad inputs.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Stream Deck
- An official Stream Deck plugin can change mini states, control mini push-to-talk, and control WebSocket nodes in the full app.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Streaming integration
- The apps can be captured in OBS for streaming, recording, or use as a virtual webcam; the OBS guide also notes that some steps may apply to Streamlabs.checked 30 Sep 2026
- Support
- The official Discord is described as a place to contact the team and community, share avatars and add-ons, and discuss app issues.checked 30 Sep 2026
Where it runs
- Platform limits
- The apps support Windows, Linux, and macOS; the maker says there are no short-term plans for Android, iOS, or iPadOS ports.checked 30 Sep 2026
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