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Cinemagraph Pro

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What it is

Cinemagraph Pro turns video into cinemagraphs for photographers, marketers, and designers working on Mac, iPhone, or iPad. Users capture or import a clip, trim it, choose a still image, and paint over that image to reveal motion. On supported devices, the iOS app can capture, edit, and share 4K cinemagraphs; export quality depends on the source video. It can export H.264, HEVC, Live Photo, and GIF, share to social networks, save a Facebook Profile video, or export an Apple Live Photo. An Apple Watch can act as a remote shutter release or set a capture countdown. The app supports iCloud Drive and can upload work to Flixel for sharing and embedding; its App Store listing also mentions one-tap upload to Facebook Ad Manager. Flixel Cloud supports embedding motion imagery on websites, blogs, email campaigns, and digital displays, and advertises unlimited uploads. The product has a free plan and free trial. Listed paid options include $9.99 a month for Flixel Cloud Web and Cinemagraph Pro for iOS, and $299.99, paid once for License.

Spec sheet

What it does
Cinemagraph Pro combines still photography and video to create looping cinemagraphs with selected moving areas.Read 15 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Purpose
Cinemagraph Pro lets photographers, marketers, and designers create cinemagraphs from video on Mac, iPhone, or iPad.Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Integrations
The embed code is documented for WordPress, Squarespace, Wix and other website builders.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
Privacy
Flixel says its privacy policy is based on PIPEDA and states that it will not rent or sell personally identifying information.Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Support
Flixel directs customers with questions about their personal information or privacy policy to [email protected].Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Headquarters
Ontario, CanadaRead 28 Sep 2026 · flixel.com
Founded
2011Read 28 Sep 2026 · flixel.com
Company
Flixel Software Ltd. identifies Ontario, Canada as its head office and says Flixel was founded in 2011.Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
4K video
The iOS app can capture, edit, and share 4K cinemagraphs on supported devices, with export quality based on the source video.Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Ad workflow
The App Store listing states that the app offers one-tap upload to Facebook Ad Manager.Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
API and extensibility
The documented extensibility mechanism is hosted Flixel embed code rather than a documented public SDK.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
Apple Watch
The Apple Watch can act as a remote shutter release or set a countdown timer for capture.Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Capture and import
The iOS app can record video in-app or import tripod-shot video, including up to 4K on supported devices.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Cloud embeds
Uploading to Flixel generates embed code that autoplays, loops and selects an appropriate file type for the viewer's device and browser.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
Company founded
LinkedIn lists Flixel Photos Inc. as founded in 2011.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Company headquarters
LinkedIn lists Toronto, Ontario as headquarters and company size of 11–50 employees.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Creation workflow
Users can capture or import video, trim it, select a still image, and paint over the still to reveal motion.Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Current iOS requirements
The product page lists iOS and iPadOS 26.6 or later and visionOS 26.6 or later.Read 15 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Documentation depth
The help center provides setup articles, app guides, masking, cropping, overlays, looping, file formats, sharing and embedding tutorials.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
Export formats
The iOS app exports H.264, HEVC, Live Photo and GIF files.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
Formats
The iOS app supports H.264, HEVC, Live Photo, and GIF export.Read 8 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
Free trial
Flixel says its apps offer a free, full-featured trial for unlimited time with a Flixel logo watermark.Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Funding news
A 2013 press release reported $770,000 in financing for Flixel Photos Inc., including a $375,000 Canadian Media Fund loan and a $395,000 private placement.Read 15 Oct 2026 · prnewswire.com
Hosting
Flixel Cloud supports embedding motion imagery on websites, blogs, email campaigns, and digital displays, and advertises unlimited uploads.Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
iCloud workflow
Documents can be edited later, duplicated and shared across iPhone, iPad and Mac through iCloud Drive.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Image adjustments
Editing includes crop, rotate, straighten, filters, color, light, tone-curve and vignette controls.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
License limits
Flixel says licenses are specific to application, major version, and platform; a license does not allow multiple users to use the app on multiple devices.Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Licensing model
Licenses are proprietary, tied to an application, major version and platform, and may be perpetual rather than periodically renewed.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
Limit: codec support
Visuals Producer reported that the software accepted only QuickTime and MP4 codecs and rejected a CineForm GoPro clip.Read 15 Oct 2026 · visualsproducer.wordpress.com
Limit: interface
G2 reviewers report that the interface feels dated and that the tool can still be difficult to use.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Limit: missing features
G2 reviewers mention limited options, lack of advanced features and slow response on less powerful systems.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Limit: pricing and watermark
App Store reviewers repeatedly complain about subscription cost, large watermarks and wanting a cheaper one-time watermark-removal option.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Limit: rendering and export
Fstoppers identified rendering capability, GIF gradient banding and MOV export problems as areas needing improvement.Read 15 Oct 2026 · fstoppers.com
Live masking
Its patented live-masking workflow reveals motion as the user paints over a still image.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Loop controls
Users can trim footage, choose repeat or bounce loops, set crossfade, change speed and add delay.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
macOS requirements
The support page lists macOS 10.12.2 or later, 4GB RAM, Metal graphics, 256MB VRAM and 1GB disk space for Cinemagraph Pro macOS.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
Overlay editing
An overlay layer allows images and text to be placed over the cinemagraph.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
Ownership change
Flixel says Grok Software Ltd. acquired its brand and products in July 2025 and became Flixel Software Ltd.Read 15 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Praise: ease of use
G2 reviewers repeatedly describe Cinemagraph as easy or simple for making cinemagraphs and short looping videos.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Praise: output and sharing
G2 reviewers praise high-quality video output, GIF/MP4 export and suitability for social and digital marketing.Read 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Praise: workflow speed
An Fstoppers review found the interface straightforward and reported creating an interesting cinemagraph in under ten minutes after learning the workflow.Read 15 Oct 2026 · fstoppers.com
Rating on Apple App Store
4.6 out of 5 from 6.3K ratingsRead 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on G2
4.2 out of 5 from 11 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Security and privacy
Flixel says its privacy policy follows Canada's PIPEDA and Canadian Standards Association privacy model.Read 15 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Sharing
The iOS app can export to social networks, save a Facebook Profile video, or export an Apple Live Photo.Read 8 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Social sharing
Export presets adapt format, dimensions, frame rate and length for social networks, with a one-tap Facebook Ads Manager upload.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com
Trial model
Flixel describes its applications as full-featured trials with unlimited duration and a Flixel-logo watermark.Read 15 Oct 2026 · flixel.com
Windows and Android
Flixel states that its products are not available for Windows or Android.Read 15 Oct 2026 · support.flixel.com

Plans and prices

Cinemagraph Pro for iOS $9.99 a month Monthly subscription; auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends. App Store in-app purchase Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Flixel Cloud Web $9.99 a month $9.99 Cloud hosting Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Flixel Cloud Web $9.99 a month Monthly subscription; auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends. App Store in-app purchase Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Mobile $14.99 a month $14.99 Flixel mobile apps · removes watermark Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Mobile $14.99 a month Monthly subscription; auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends. App Store in-app purchase; listed as a one-month subscription Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Flixel Cloud Web+Apps $19.99 a month Monthly subscription; auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends. App Store in-app purchase Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Flixel Cloud Web+Apps $29.99 a month $29.99 Cloud hosting · HD/4K embeds Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Professional $29.99 a month Monthly subscription; auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends. App Store in-app purchase; listed as a one-month subscription Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Professional $29.99 a month $29.99 Professional Flixel plan Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Cinemagraph Pro for iOS $79.99, paid once One-time in-app purchase. iOS app license Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Cinemagraph Pro for iOS $79.99, paid once $79.99 iOS app license Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Mobile $99.99 a year Yearly subscription; auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends. App Store in-app purchase; listed as a one-year subscription Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Workflow combines video trimming with painted motion reveals.
  • iOS supports 4K work on supported devices.
  • Exports H.264, HEVC, Live Photo, and GIF.
  • Flixel Cloud advertises unlimited uploads.
  • Offers a free plan and a free trial.

Limits

  • Export quality depends on the source video.
  • Licenses are specific to application, major version, and platform.
  • A license does not cover multiple users on multiple devices.
  • Listed license purchase costs $299.99 as a one-time purchase.

Who it suits

It suits photographers, marketers, and designers who want to make cinemagraphs from video. Its iOS capture and export options may also suit users who want Apple Watch capture controls or Flixel Cloud embedding.

Cinemagraph Pro in depth

Read the full write-up

Cinemagraph Pro is a video editor for creating still images with selected areas of motion on Mac, iPhone, or iPad. It suits photographers and marketers who want to control exactly where a clip moves.

Overview

Creation starts with captured or imported video: trim the clip, choose a still frame, then paint over it to reveal motion. That gives creators direct control over the effect and makes the app a considered choice for composed visual loops. It is less suitable for anyone looking for automatic photo animation, face animation, or AI motion effects; those capabilities are not part of the product.

The iOS app can capture, edit, and share 4K cinemagraphs on supported devices. The source video sets the ceiling for export quality, so capturing or importing high-resolution footage matters. Flixel Cloud adds hosting for embedding motion imagery in websites, blogs, email campaigns, and digital displays, and advertises unlimited uploads.

Key features

Painted motion: Selecting a frame and painting the areas that should move provides precise creative control. The trade-off is that shaping the effect is a manual process rather than an automatic animation.

iOS export options: The app supports H.264, HEVC, GIF, and Apple Live Photo export, alongside sharing to social networks and saving a Facebook Profile video. One-tap upload to Facebook Ad Manager also fits a direct advertising workflow.

Remote capture: An Apple Watch can trigger the shutter or set a countdown timer. That is useful when framing a shot from a distance, though it is a capture aid rather than an editing feature.

Cloud and iCloud: iCloud Drive support helps with file handling, while Flixel uploads provide a route to host and embed finished motion imagery. The unlimited-upload claim makes Cloud relevant to users publishing many pieces, but hosting is a separate plan consideration.

Pricing

The App Store offers several monthly subscriptions and a one-time purchase. Each monthly subscription auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends. The product’s license terms are important: licenses are specific to the application, major version, and platform, and do not permit multiple users to use the app across multiple devices.

Flixel Cloud Web — $9.99 a month: The lowest-priced subscription is a fit for users focused on Cloud hosting and sharing rather than the iOS editing app.

Cinemagraph Pro for iOS — $9.99 a month: A straightforward monthly option for iOS creators who want the app without choosing a broader named bundle.

Mobile — $14.99 a month: Listed as a one-month subscription, it suits a short-term mobile need; it still carries the stated auto-renewal terms.

Flixel Cloud Web+Apps — $19.99 a month: A higher-priced option for those who want Cloud and app access together.

Professional — $29.99 a month: The priciest monthly plan is aimed at users who prefer the Professional subscription option, but the listed price alone does not establish which license scope or platform access it includes.

License — $299.99 as a one-time purchase: A one-time in-app purchase may suit buyers avoiding a monthly subscription, subject to the application-, major-version-, and platform-specific license limits.

There is also a free plan and a free trial, but no duration, usage cap, or trial length is given. Buyers should not assume either provides unrestricted use. The plans are App Store in-app purchases, and the license restriction makes these poor choices for teams expecting several people to share one purchase.

Platforms

Cinemagraph Pro is available on iOS, macOS, and the web, with the mobile app for iOS. The 4K capture and export capabilities described apply to the iOS app on supported devices. Platform-specific licensing means a purchase should be matched to the platform and major version actually needed.

Who it's for

Choose Cinemagraph Pro if the goal is to make controlled cinemagraphs from video, especially for social or campaign use, and if iOS export choices or Flixel Cloud embedding matter. It is a more specialized fit than a general photo-animation tool. Users seeking automatic animation, face effects, or a multi-user license should look elsewhere.

Pros and cons

Pro: A clear trim-frame-paint workflow gives the creator control over which parts of a scene move.

Pro: iOS supports H.264, HEVC, Live Photo, and GIF exports, as well as 4K work on supported devices.

Pro: Flixel Cloud supports embedding on multiple publishing surfaces and advertises unlimited uploads.

Con: The manual painting workflow is less appropriate for users who want automatic motion effects.

Con: Separate application, version, and platform license limits rule out treating one purchase as a shared team license.

Con: Several monthly plan names and a separate one-time purchase make it important to confirm the intended platform and license scope before buying.

Alternatives

Compare photo animation software if you want to consider a broader set of tools. For a free download with Android support, Plotaverse is another option; it is freemium and also runs on iOS, macOS, and the web. Reface Unboring Animate is worth considering for cross-platform access including Windows, with a free trial and a Basic plan priced at $7.58 a year. For a free option spanning Linux, macOS, self-hosting, web, and Windows, consider LivePortrait.

Dreamina is a freemium choice on Android, iOS, and web, with a free tier and a Basic plan at $15 a month. Zoetropic offers a free tier on Android and iOS. Deep Nostalgia is another freemium option across Android, iOS, and web, with free access and no trial. For browser-based or API access, Hedra is freemium and lists monthly plans starting at 20.00 USD. Motionleap is a freemium Android and iOS alternative with some editing tools at no cost.

Verdict

Cinemagraph Pro is best for photographers and marketers who want a deliberate video-to-cinemagraph process, strong iOS export choices, and an option to host and embed the result through Flixel Cloud. Choose it for control over the motion and a defined publishing workflow; look elsewhere for automated animation, broad effect generation, or a license shared across users and devices.

Verdict

Cinemagraph Pro provides a defined video-to-cinemagraph workflow and multiple iOS export formats, alongside Flixel Cloud sharing. Check the platform- and version-specific license limits and the listed subscription or one-time purchase terms before choosing.

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