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Frame-by-frame animation
Draw every pose by hand and set exactly how long each drawing holds on the timeline — the classic way to animate, with onion skin to guide your inbetweens.
iPad · iPadOS 15+
One-time purchase
Version 2.0.28
ToonSquid – Your Creative Studio for 2D Animation
ToonSquid is a 2D art and animation app built for the iPad. It combines traditional hand-drawn, frame-by-frame animation with automatic keyframes, so you can sketch a character pose by pose and then let keyframes handle camera moves, rotations and fades. Pixel and vector brushes, a flexible layer system, bone rigging, symbols and audio for lip-sync all live in one app. You pay once, every update is free, and there are no ads or subscriptions.
Illustration of a typical animation workflow, not a screenshot of the ToonSquid app.
01Features
Everything an animator needs, pinned to one board
These capabilities come straight from ToonSquid's App Store listing and official release notes. Together they cover the full journey from rough sketch to finished, exported animation.
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Keyframes with easing
Animate position, rotation, scale and effect properties automatically between keyframes, with easing presets and looping, then mix that with hand-drawn frames.
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Flexible layer system
Groups, masks, a camera layer that defines the export area and 27 blend modes keep complex scenes organised and editable.
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Pixel & vector brushes
Brushes with 60+ adjustable settings, custom textures, Apple Pencil pressure and tilt, a smudge and liquify tool, plus Photoshop brush import.
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Bones & mesh rigging
Since version 2.0, a bones effect with inverse kinematics and custom meshes lets you rig characters instead of redrawing them.
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Vector shapes & text
A path tool, shape library, SVG import, gradient fills, animatable trim and animated text layers with custom fonts.
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Reusable symbols
Turn a walk cycle or blink into a symbol and reuse it everywhere; edit once and every instance updates.
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Audio & lip-sync
Import or record audio inside the app and use frame markers to time mouth shapes against dialogue.
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Pro-friendly export
MP4, MOV, GIF, PNG, JPEG, TIFF, image sequences and layered PSD, at up to 4096 × 4096 pixels.
02Download
Download ToonSquid and app details
ToonSquid is distributed only through Apple's App Store. The details below were checked against the official listing and the developer's handbook on 10 November 2026.
| App name | ToonSquid |
|---|---|
| Latest version | 2.0.28 (App Store) |
| Developer | Keiwan Donyagard |
| Licence | Proprietary; one-time paid purchase |
| Price | US $9.99 (local price varies by region) |
| Operating system | iPadOS 15.0 or later; visionOS 1.0 or later |
| Devices | iPad, Apple Vision Pro (no iPhone, Android or PC build) |
| First released | 2022 (version 2.0 on 6 February 2025) |
| Package | App Store app, about 50.2 MB |
| Languages | English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese |
| Age rating | 4+ |
Pay once
Get ToonSquid for iPad
Opens the official ToonSquid page on Apple's App Store in this tab. Purchase and installation happen inside the App Store.
Download on the App Store- All features included, no in-app purchases
- Future updates free, no ads, no subscription
- App Store lists no data collected by the developer
Official source: apps.apple.com · Developer site: toonsquid.com
03How to download
How to download ToonSquid safely
Getting ToonSquid takes about a minute on a compatible iPad. The button above opens the official App Store listing; it is not a file download, and nothing is installed from this website.
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Check your iPad
Open Settings › General › About and confirm it runs iPadOS 15 or later. iPhones, Android tablets and Windows PCs can't run ToonSquid.
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Choose the right listing
There is only one package: the ToonSquid app by Keiwan Donyagard. Ignore “Pro”, “MOD” or “free” versions, which are not genuine.
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Open the official App Store page
Tap our Download button or search “ToonSquid” in the App Store. Check that the seller is Keiwan Donyagard and the price is the regional one-time price.
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Buy and install
Tap the price, confirm with Face ID, Touch ID or your Apple Account password, and the roughly 50 MB app installs to your Home Screen.
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Verify and keep it updated
Open the app once to confirm it launches, and leave automatic App Store updates on. Family Sharing can share one purchase with up to six family members.
04What the software does
A complete animation studio that fits in a backpack
ToonSquid exists so artists can draw, rig, time and export a whole 2D animation on an iPad, without moving to a desktop app halfway through.
At its heart ToonSquid is a drawing app with a timeline. Each animation layer holds drawings that you place on frames, and onion skinning shows neighbouring drawings so you can draw smooth motion. On top of that sit keyframes that animate layer properties automatically, an effects system (blur, drop shadow, chroma key, halftone, perspective, warp), and since version 2.0 a bones effect with inverse kinematics for cut-out-style character rigs.
It is aimed at a wide range of people: hobbyists and students learning animation, illustrators who want to add motion to their artwork, YouTubers and social-media creators making short loops, and professional animators who storyboard or animate on the go.
The main benefits are depth and value. One purchase gives you features usually spread across several apps — vector and raster drawing, rigging, symbols, audio and layered PSD export — with no subscription. Projects are stored locally on the iPad and the app works offline, so you can animate anywhere.
The trade-off is platform: ToonSquid is deliberately iPad-only and has no trial. Read more about who runs this independent guide on our About page.
Lip-synced character shorts
Record or import dialogue, mark the beats with frame markers and draw mouth shapes against them, then rig the body with bones.
Animated illustrations & loops
Add looping keyframes, symbols and effects to a still artwork and export a seamless GIF or MP4 for social media.
Storyboards & animatics
Sketch panels quickly, time them on the timeline with audio and use the camera layer for pans before handing off a layered PSD.
05Installation & first use
Install ToonSquid and make your first animation
Installation is handled entirely by the App Store. The app needs no special permissions to start; it only asks for microphone or Photos access when you record audio or import media.
Install from the App Store
After purchase the app downloads automatically. If you've bought it before on the same Apple Account, tap the cloud icon to reinstall at no cost.
Pair your Apple Pencil
Connect your Apple Pencil in iPadOS Settings so ToonSquid receives pressure and tilt. You can disable finger drawing in the app if you rest your palm on the screen.
Create a project
Start a new project and choose the canvas size and frame rate. Keep within the 4096 × 4096 limit; 1920 × 1080 at 24 fps is a common starting point for video.
Draw, time and refine
Draw your key poses on an animation layer, turn on onion skin, add inbetweens and adjust how long each drawing holds. Add keyframes for camera moves or fades.
Export and back up
Export to MP4, MOV, GIF, images or PSD and use “Save to Files” to store the result. Export the project file too, as a backup of your editable work.
Projects are saved locally inside the app. Export project files to the Files app or iCloud Drive regularly — if you delete the app, its local projects go with it.
06Compatibility
Compatibility & system requirements
What runs ToonSquid, what doesn't, and the hardware-dependent features you should know about before you buy.
| Device / feature | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| iPad with iPadOS 15 or later | Supported | The primary platform. Apple's iPadOS 15 compatibility list shows which models qualify. |
| Apple Vision Pro | Supported | Listed on the App Store with visionOS 1.0 or later. |
| iPadOS beta versions | Not officially supported | The developer doesn't support beta releases of iPadOS. |
| Apple Pencil | Strongly recommended | Needed for pressure and tilt. Apple Pencil Pro gestures were added in version 2.0.6. |
| Third-party styluses | Unconfirmed | May work, but compatibility isn't guaranteed. |
| MOV with transparency (HEVC) | A10 chip or newer | Older iPads export H.264 without transparency. |
| ProRes 4444 export | Hardware-dependent | Only on iPad models with ProRes hardware support. |
| iPhone | Not available | No iPhone version is planned. |
| Android / Samsung tablets | Not available | No Android version exists or is planned. |
| Windows PC / macOS | Not available | No desktop version is planned. |
07Pros & cons
Where ToonSquid shines, and where it doesn't
A fair look at the trade-offs, based on official documentation and recurring points in public App Store reviews.
+Pros
- Unusually deep toolset for a one-off price, with no subscription.
- Combines hand-drawn and keyframe animation in the same project.
- Frequent updates from an active developer, all free.
- Layered PSD export fits professional pipelines.
- Works offline, and the App Store lists no data collection.
−Cons
- iPad-only: no iPhone, Android or desktop versions.
- No free trial, so you buy before you try.
- More to learn than simpler apps like FlipaClip.
- Canvas and exports capped at 4096 × 4096 pixels.
- Projects live locally, so you manage backups yourself.
08Comparison
ToonSquid vs FlipaClip vs Procreate Dreams vs Callipeg
Four popular mobile animation apps on the same criteria. Prices and features change, so check each store listing before you buy.
| App | Platforms | Pricing model | Keyframes | Bones / rigging | Vector tools |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ToonSquid | iPad, Vision Pro | One-time purchase | Yes | Yes, with IK | Yes |
| FlipaClip | Android, iPhone, iPad | Free with ads; paid Plus subscription | Limited | No | No |
| Procreate Dreams | iPad | One-time purchase | Yes | Unconfirmed | Raster-based |
| Callipeg | iPad, iPhone (Callipeg mini), Android | Paid (varies by store) | Yes | Unconfirmed | Unconfirmed |
In short, FlipaClip is the easiest free start and works on Android, ToonSquid offers the most animation features per dollar on iPad, Procreate Dreams suits Procreate users who like a performance-style workflow, and Callipeg is a strong choice if you also need Android. Read the full breakdowns: ToonSquid vs FlipaClip and ToonSquid alternatives for Android.
09Troubleshooting
Fixes and best practices
Common problems and what usually causes them. Check the official release notes for changes in recent versions.
The App Store says “not compatible”
Cause: the device is an iPhone, or the iPad runs an older iPadOS.
Fix: update to iPadOS 15+ if your iPad supports it; otherwise ToonSquid can't be installed.
No pressure sensitivity
Cause: drawing with a finger or an unsupported stylus.
Fix: pair an Apple Pencil in Settings and check the brush's pressure settings.
Transparent video comes out black
Cause: H.264 has no alpha channel, or the iPad is pre-A10.
Fix: export MOV with HEVC on a supported iPad, or export a PNG sequence.
Export looks soft after downscaling
Cause: resizing on export.
Fix: use the Anti-Aliasing Mode export setting added in 2.0.22, or export at the final size.
The app lags on big scenes
Cause: many high-resolution layers and effects.
Fix: merge finished layers, use symbols for repeated parts, and work at the resolution you'll export.
I'm worried about losing work
Cause: projects are stored locally.
Fix: regularly export project files to Files or iCloud Drive before updating iPadOS or the app.
10Editorial perspectives
Who gets the most out of ToonSquid?
A room to grow into
You can start with a single layer and onion skin, then discover keyframes, symbols and bones as your skills improve, without switching apps or paying again.
Motion for still art
Vector shapes, effects and looping keyframes make it simple to bring an existing illustration to life for a portfolio or social post.
A portable pre-production tool
Layered PSD export and a camera layer make ToonSquid useful for animatics and roughs that later move into a studio pipeline.
These are editorial use-case perspectives written by our team. They are not reviews or quotes from real users.
11FAQs
ToonSquid questions, answered
Price, platforms, downloads and file formats. Want more depth? Browse our ToonSquid guides.
Is ToonSquid iPad only?
Yes. ToonSquid runs on iPad with iPadOS 15 or later, and the App Store also lists Apple Vision Pro (visionOS 1.0 or later). The developer's FAQ states there are currently no plans for Android, Windows, macOS or iPhone versions, because the app relies on iPad-specific technology.
How much does ToonSquid cost?
ToonSquid is a one-time purchase. On the US App Store it is listed at $9.99, and other regions show a local equivalent (for example €9.99 in the euro zone). The App Store page always shows the exact price for your country.
Is ToonSquid free, or is there a free trial?
No. There is no free version, no ad-supported tier and no trial. In exchange, one purchase unlocks every feature, all future updates are free, and there are no subscriptions, ads or in-app purchases.
Is there a ToonSquid MOD APK or a free download for Android?
No genuine one exists. ToonSquid is not built for Android, so any “ToonSquid MOD” or “ToonSquid APK” file is either a different app wearing the name or potentially harmful software. The only official source is Apple's App Store.
Can I use ToonSquid on a Windows PC or a Samsung tablet?
Not natively. There is no Windows, PC or Android build, so Samsung Galaxy Tab owners cannot install it. Our guides list the closest alternatives for Android tablets and Windows computers, such as FlipaClip, Callipeg and RoughAnimator.
What does the download button on this page do?
It opens ToonSquid's official listing on Apple's App Store in the same browser tab. On an iPad it hands over to the App Store app, where you buy and install it. This site never hosts or repackages the app.
Do I need an Apple Pencil?
It is strongly recommended. You can draw with a finger, but you lose pressure and tilt sensitivity, which many brushes rely on. Third-party styluses may work, but the developer doesn't guarantee compatibility.
Which file formats can ToonSquid export?
Video (MP4 and MOV), animated GIF, still images (PNG, JPEG, TIFF), image sequences, layered PSD files and ToonSquid project files. MOV export with transparency needs an iPad with an A10 chip or newer, and ProRes 4444 needs hardware support.
What is the maximum canvas size?
Projects and exports are limited to 4096 × 4096 pixels, which covers 4K-resolution work.
Can I sell animations or brushes I make with ToonSquid?
Yes. The developer doesn't claim ownership of your art or take a share of your revenue, and custom brushes you create can be shared or sold. The FAQ adds that the default brush texture images can't be sold separately.
How do I get updates?
Updates arrive through the App Store at no extra cost. Version 2.0 (February 2025) added effects, bones and a vector overhaul, and the 2.0.x line keeps adding features. Read the official release notes before updating mid-project.
Where can I get help with ToonSquid?
The official handbook at toonsquid.com covers every tool. You can email the developer at contact@toonsquid.com or read the community discussions on GitHub. Support is provided in English.
Start animating on your iPad today
Hand-drawn frames, keyframes, bones and pro export in one app — a one-time purchase for iPad with iPadOS 15 or later, with every future update included.
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