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Springboard vs Storyboarder
Both stand on storyboard software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
Choose Springboard if you need a Windows storyboard workspace that combines drawing, sequencing, timing, sound, and export. The Personal license removes the free-version restrictions for a one-time 39.95 USD payment. Look elsewhere if you need another operating system or unrestricted use without buying a license.
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Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Storyboarder offers drawing, script, timeline, and export tools at no charge. Note its system restrictions and lack of real-time team collaboration.
Visit StoryboarderThe facts
| Springboard | Storyboarder | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Personal license: $39.95, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | 6sys.com | wonderunit.com |
| On storyboard software | #14 of 30 | #10 of 30 |
Springboard: what it does well
- Outline-based frame and scene organization
- Bitmap and vector drawing tools
- Pressure-sensitive WinTab pen support
- Animatic playback with timing and sound
- Exports movies, pages, audio, and image sequences
What to know first
- Windows only
- Free version expires after 30 days
- Free version adds watermarks
- Some printing and exports are restricted in free version
Storyboarder: what it does well
- Free and open source.
- Shot Generator creates customizable reference shots.
- Supports Fountain screenplay files and scene IDs.
- Exports to Premiere, Final Cut, Avid, PDF, and GIF.
What to know first
- Does not support Windows 7 or 32-bit computers.
- Real-time team collaboration is unavailable.
- Some Huion tablets may lack pressure sensitivity.
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