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Best GIF Makers 2026
Facts read 19 Sep 2026 – 21 Oct 2026
GIF makers turn prompts, images, or video into animated GIFs. Use this list to compare input types, templates, duration limits, platforms, pricing, and export options.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Moxion | It suits creators, marketers, educators, and hobbyists who want browser-based GIF tools or AI-generated short video. | 8.9 | $19 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 02 GifGen | GifGen suits people making reaction GIFs, memes, animated stickers, profile pictures, social content or presentation graphics. | 7.7 | — | Free trial | Android, Web | 30 Sep 2026 |
| 03 Hagif | Hagif suits people who want browser-based media conversion or editing without uploading source files through its core tools. | 7.5 | $4.99 one-time | Free plan | Web, API | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 04 StudioUI AI GIF Generator | It suits WordPress site operators who want to offer prompt-based GIF generation to members, with hosted credits or self-hosted generation. | 7.5 | $149 a year | Free plan | Web, Self-hosted | 8 Oct 2026 |
| 05 Imgflip GIF Maker | It suits people who want to make GIFs from images or video and adjust them with text, stickers, or cropping tools. | 7.5 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 06 Gemini GIF | Gemini GIF suits developers who want prompt-based GIF generation from Python or the command line on Linux, macOS, or Windows. | 7.3 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux | 9 Oct 2026 |
| 07 GifCraft | GifCraft suits people who want to make or edit looping GIFs in a browser or on a phone, with export options for several formats. | 7.1 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 4 Oct 2026 |
| 08 Fotor | Fotor may suit people creating or editing photos, designs and AI-generated visuals. | 7.1 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 2 Oct 2026 |
| 09 Pollo AI | It suits creators who need text-to-video, image-to-video, or AI avatar generation. | 7.1 | $15 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 21 Oct 2026 |
| 10 GIPHY Create | GIPHY Create suits people who want to make and decorate GIFs from images, video, or supported media URLs. | 7.0 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 4 Oct 2026 |
The list is ordered by newest releases first, using figures makers publish, with no scoring.
02
GifGen
GifGen suits people making reaction GIFs, memes, animated stickers, profile pictures, social content or presentation graphics.
AndroidWeb Record7.7 Visit
03
Hagif
Hagif suits people who want browser-based media conversion or editing without uploading source files through its core tools.
WebAPI Record7.5 Visit
04
StudioUI AI GIF Generator
It suits WordPress site operators who want to offer prompt-based GIF generation to members, with hosted credits or self-hosted generation.
WebSelf-hosted Record7.5 Visit
05
Imgflip GIF Maker
It suits people who want to make GIFs from images or video and adjust them with text, stickers, or cropping tools.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 Record7.5 Visit
6
Gemini GIF
WindowsMacLinux Free plan Record7.3 Visit Gemini GIF suits developers who want prompt-based GIF generation from Python or the command line on Linux, macOS, or Windows.
7
GifCraft
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb Free plan Record7.1 Visit GifCraft suits people who want to make or edit looping GIFs in a browser or on a phone, with export options for several formats.
8
Fotor
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 Free plan Record7.1 Visit Fotor may suit people creating or editing photos, designs and AI-generated visuals.
9
Pollo AI
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 $15 a month Record7.1 Visit It suits creators who need text-to-video, image-to-video, or AI avatar generation.
10
GIPHY Create
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb Free plan Record7.0 Visit GIPHY Create suits people who want to make and decorate GIFs from images, video, or supported media URLs.
11
GifRun
Web Free plan Record7.0 Visit GifRun may suit people who want to make short animations from video links or uploaded files.
12
Rewind.ai AI GIF Generator
Web $5 a month Record6.8 Visit It suits web users who want to make GIFs from text prompts or use the listed cartoon and image-repair features.
13
Kapwing
WebWindowsMac $16 a month, billed yearly Record6.7 Visit Kapwing suits creators who want browser-based video editing, including transcript editing and silence removal.
14
Ezgif
Web Free plan Record6.5 Visit Ezgif suits people who want browser-based tools to create or edit animated images without paying or signing up.
15
AnimateGifMaker
Web Free plan Record6.3 Visit It suits people making short demos, tutorial snippets, UI feedback loops, social posts, or lightweight previews in a browser.
16
Switch Labs GIF Maker
Web Free plan Record6.3 Visit It suits anyone needing quick GIF creation from photos or video in a browser.
17
Photo2GIF
Web $1.99 one-time Record6.3 Visit Photo2GIF may suit people who want to animate a photo as a shareable GIF, with either prompted motion or visual styles and effects.
18
Brush Ninja
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 $48 a year Record6.3 Visit It suits people seeking accessible 2D animation tools, including those who want to start without creating an account.
19
makegif
Web Free plan Record6.2 Visit It suits anyone needing browser-based GIF creation, video conversion, or animation editing.
20
MakeAGIF
WebBrowser extensionAPI Free plan Record6.2 Visit MakeAGIF suits people who want to create GIFs from pictures or imported video and adjust elements such as speed, captions, and transparency.
21
Plotlake
Web Free plan Record6.1 Visit It suits creators making animations for social media, tutorials, or sharing.
23
FlexClip
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 $143.88 a year Record5.8 Visit FlexClip may suit people making and editing videos in an online workflow, including those who want AI editing tools.
25
Purupuru Maker
WebBrowser extension Free plan Record5.5 Visit It suits people making animated reaction images, stickers, social posts, pet photos, character art, or product callouts.
Before you choose
Start with free access
Look for a free plan or trial before considering paid options. The list shows paid starting prices where makers publish them.
A free plan can help you decide whether the workflow fits before you pay.
Match the creation method
Use the Prompt to GIF, Image to GIF, and Video to GIF fields to match a tool with the material you want to animate.
A tool built around one input type may not fit a project that mixes prompts, still images, and video.
Review GIF controls
Look at GIF templates and maximum GIF length when you need a specific format or duration.
If the finished file must be share-ready without a visible mark, look for a documented watermark-free export option.
Choose a platform that fits
Platform labels cover web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux. Match the platform label to where you plan to create and edit GIFs.
If you need local control, check whether the maker documents self-hosted use.
Questions
Can I use a GIF maker for free?
Some entries include free plans, and some list free trials. Review the maker's terms before relying on free access.
Which inputs can these tools use?
Use the Prompt to GIF, Image to GIF, and Video to GIF fields to match a tool with your source material.
What platforms do GIF makers support?
Listings cover web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux. Check the listing for the platform you need.
How should I compare paid plans?
Use the published Paid from figure alongside free-plan and free-trial details. Prices and terms can differ by maker.
Can I export without a watermark?
Listings include watermark-free export as a comparison field; check each entry to see whether the maker documents it.
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