Ella AlternativesAnimation Makers and other similar apps like Ella

Ella is described as '(an acronym for Elegant Light Linux Animator) is a light animation software intended to achieve a aim of the Linux world : a functionnal and WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) 2D animation sofware' and is a Animation Maker in the photos & graphics category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Ella for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Flathub apps. The best Ella alternative is Inkscape, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Ella are Sketch, Synfig Studio, CorelDRAW Graphics Suite and Pencil2D.

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  1. Inkscape icon

    Inkscape

     2302 likes

    Open source vector graphics editor with SVG support. Offers tablet support, non-destructive editing, and live previews. No registration needed, works offline, extensible with plugins, and provides privacy-focused, ad-free experience across multiple platforms.

    123 Inkscape alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Haiku
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    • Inkscape is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Ella.

    • Inkscape is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Ella.

    • Inkscape is Free and Open SourceElla is also Free and Open Source
    • Inkscape is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightElla is not according to our users
  2. Sketch icon

    Sketch

     252 likes

    Sketch is a vector-based design tool for Mac with a focus on screen design. It’s used primarily by screen designers who create websites, icons, and user interfaces for desktop and mobile devices. For beginners and industry professionals alike, Sketch’s powerful and easy-to-use...

    82 Sketch alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Sketch is the most popular commercial alternative to Ella.

    • Sketch is Paid and ProprietaryElla is Free and Open Source
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    Xara Photo & Graphic Designer

    Xara Photo & Graphic Designer, formerly Xara Xtreme, is a fast graphics software with versatile illustration tools and advanced photo management. It streamlines creative tasks, allowing users to retouch images, create social ...

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  6. CorelDRAW Graphics Suite icon

    CorelDRAW Graphics Suite

     216 likes

    A full suite of graphic design software that provides vector illustration, page layout, image editing, and tracing software. Designed for professional designers, it delivers precision tools, excellent file compatibility, and quality content for crafting professional results from creative ideas.

    88 CorelDRAW Graphics Suite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    • CorelDRAW Graphics Suite is the most popular Web-based alternative to Ella.

    • CorelDRAW Graphics Suite is Paid and ProprietaryElla is Free and Open Source
    • CorelDRAW Graphics Suite is CustomizableElla is not according to our users
  7. Pencil2D icon

    Pencil2D

     65 likes

    Pencil2D is an opensource animation/drawing software for Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux, based on old Pencil software. It lets you create traditional hand-drawn animation (cartoon) using both bitmap and vector graphics.

    44 Pencil2D alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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  8. enve icon

    enve

     37 likes

    Enve is a free and open-source 2D animation app. It can create both vector and raster animations and even use sound and video files. It has been created with flexibility and expandability in mind.

    56 enve alternatives

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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  10. Adobe Fireworks icon

    Adobe Fireworks

     159 likes

    Enhances web design with bitmap and vector editing, specialized tools for rapid prototyping, hierarchical layers, smart guides, slices, symbols, and 9-slice scaling. Excellent image compression and format support, including JPEG, PNG, and GIF, ensures web optimization.

    52 Adobe Fireworks alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  11. Adobe Animate icon

    Adobe Animate

     109 likes

    Versatile multimedia tool, Adobe Animate offers 4K video export, HTML5 support, creative illustration tools, colored onion skinning, and seamless Creative Cloud integration. Formerly Flash Professional, it includes a rotatable canvas and vector brushes.

    58 Adobe Animate alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    Vectr

     92 likes

    Vectr is a free graphics editor. Vectr is collaborative like Google Docs, and runs in your web browser. With an intuitive interface, Vectr is easy to learn and use.

    103 Vectr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Chrome OS
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  13. Expressive Animator icon

    Expressive Animator

     18 likes

    The premier editor for SVG animations. Create interactive SVG animations that run anywhere without plugins, players, or JavaScript code embedded.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Expressive Animator - Walking character animation
     
  14. Karbon icon

    Karbon

     57 likes

    Karbon is a vector drawing application with a user interface that is easy to use, highly customizable and extensible. That makes Karbon a great application for users starting to explore the world of vector graphics as well as for artists wanting to create breathtaking vector art.

    43 Karbon alternatives

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    Application types

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    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  15. Moho icon

    Moho

     30 likes

    Moho has everything you need to make amazing, professional animations. Used in the OSCAR nominated films, The Breadwinner and Song of the Sea, for Best Animated Feature Film.

    25 Moho alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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