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Cavalry
Cavalry is a robust 2D animation software crafted by animators for animators, aiming to make motion design smarter, easier, and faster.
Our verdict
Who it's for
Powerful 2D animation software for Mac and Windows, designed for motion designers.
Who should look elsewhere
Advanced features like Google Sheets import, Forge Dynamics, and Audio Export are locked behind the Pro plan.
Pros
- +Designed by animators for animators, focusing on efficiency.
- +Offers a free tier to get started and try Pro features.
- +Supports both Mac and Windows users.
- +Integrates procedural and traditional animation techniques.
- +Fast real-time rendering and powerful versioning.
Cons
- −Advanced features like Google Sheets import, Forge Dynamics, and Audio Export are locked behind the Pro plan.
- −HD output is limited to Starter users, Professional offers unlimited resolution.
Key features
- ✓Real-time viewport rendering
- ✓Easy versioning
- ✓End-to-end workflow (artworking to animation)
- ✓Procedural workflows
- ✓Native features (Rig Control, Rubber Hose, Duplicator)
- ✓Lottie Export
- ✓Data Import (CSV, XLSX, JSON, Text)
- ✓Google Sheets integration (Pro)
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | — | month | Free forever. No Credit card required.; Download free; Get started in Cavalry, discover new creative possibilities and try the Pro features. |
| Professional | $16 | month | Billed annually.; Go Professional; Level up with Google Sheets import, Forge Dynamics, Audio Export, Dynamic Rendering and more. |