Animation Desk
8.1#1 in 2d character animation softwareFrom $2.49 a monthFree planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows
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CelAction2D
6.1#36 in 2d character animation softwareFrom $140 a yearmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Animation Desk | CelAction2D |
|---|---|---|
| Company | KDAN says it was founded in 2009; the About page does not state a headquarters location. | CelAction Ltd describes itself as an independently owned animation-industry technology services company based in London, England, operating for over 20 years. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Headquarters | Tainan City, Taiwan | London, England, United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Animation Desk is software for creating animations, cartoons, and animatics. | CelAction2D is 2D animation software used for films, TV series, and advertising. |
| Security and compliance | KDAN’s Trust Center says the company complies with GDPR and ISO 27017 and is ISO 27001 certified; it identifies CCPA and HIPAA claims as currently applicable to DottedSign. | The opened product, pricing, support, and company pages do not state security certifications or compliance claims. |
Animation Desk plans
- Animation Desk iOS BasicFree
- Animation Desk iOS - Basic PlanFree
- Animation Desk Pro iOS$2.49 a month
- Creativity 365 for Individuals$4.99 a month
CelAction2D plans
- Studio Edition$825 a year
- Studio Educational Edition$140 a year
- Studio Edition — month-by-month rental$100 a month
- Studio Edition — annual rental$825 a year
Pick Animation Desk if…
Animation Desk suits beginners, students, and learners building animation skills, as well as professional animators sketching rough work, animatics, or storyboards. It may also suit users who need to move editable projects across Android, iOS, and Windows.
Pick CelAction2D if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.