IMG.LY vs CreateJS

The best CreateJs alternative for a modern, full-featured creative SDK that handles design, video, and automation out of the box.

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What makes IMG.LY the best CreateJS alternative?

Turn-key Solutions

Pre-built editors for specific use cases such as print, photo editing, social media design and more.

Extensibility & Plugin System

Supports custom plugins and extensibility, allowing businesses to tailor the editor to specific use cases.

Automated Content Generation

Leverage generative AI, batch processing, and programmatic design tools to automate and scale content creation.

Cross-Platform

Our SDK is optimized across platforms ensuring consistent rendering and interoperability.

What Our Clients Say About Us

IMG.LY’s solution engineers did a deep dive on our business case and helped us implement a custom print kiosk UI.

André Albrecht
Digital Solution Manager
 @ 
Brother

Our customers create over a million personalized postcards each year choosing from over hundreds of templates with IMG.LY’s SDK. It’s the only solution that allows us to build our own specialized, on-brand UI that integrates seamlessly with our platform.

Jeanine Zaalberg
Product Manager
 @ 
Swiss Post

Our app has photo-editing at the very core of its experience and the editor has been invaluable in making that vision happen. There are no other tools on the market up to the quality of PE.SDK.

Toby Green
Lead Developer
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Elbi

IMG.LY vs. CreateJS at a Glance

Features

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Primary Use Case

Unified SDK architecture serving two equal purposes: embeds interactive editors into applications enabling end-user content creation, and operates headless for backend automation generating assets programmatically. Supports video production, graphic design, and commercial print workflows through integrated platform. Businesses deploy for customer-facing creative applications and systematic data-driven asset generation using single technology stack.

Suite of modular JavaScript libraries for creating interactive HTML5 content and animations. EaselJS provides canvas display list for manipulating graphics, TweenJS enables animation, SoundJS manages audio, and PreloadJS handles asset loading. Libraries work independently or together for building games, interactive experiences, and multimedia content. Integrates with Adobe Animate for animation workflow.

IMG.LY provides complete production-ready platform for both interactive editing and programmatic automation. CreateJS provides modular library toolkit for building interactive HTML5 content and games from scratch.

Target Audience

Marketing platforms, print-on-demand services, e-commerce personalization providers, and digital asset management vendors. Product teams seeking white-labeled creative SDK reducing time-to-market. Enterprises with requirements spanning both customer-facing editing tools and high-volume automated content generation at scale.

Web developers creating interactive HTML5 experiences requiring canvas manipulation. Game developers building browser-based games with sprites and animations. Creative professionals using Adobe Animate for animation workflows. Teams building multimedia web applications, data visualizations, and interactive advertising campaigns from low-level primitives.

IMG.LY targets enterprises seeking production-ready solutions with comprehensive automation capabilities. CreateJS targets developers building games and interactive HTML5 experiences from low-level libraries.

Technical Approach

Modular SDK providing three operational approaches: deploy ready-made UI components, develop custom interfaces with engine APIs, or run headless for automation workflows. Cross-platform engine delivers consistent rendering across browsers, mobile platforms, and Node.js environments. Organizations maintain full control over deployment architecture and infrastructure.

Modular suite of four independent libraries: EaselJS for canvas display lists, TweenJS for property animation, SoundJS for audio management, and PreloadJS for asset loading. Libraries use HTML5 Canvas API and Web Audio API. Node.js support available via node-canvas for server-side rendering. Each library functions independently or integrates together through shared architecture.

IMG.LY offers more comprehensive complete SDK with production-ready UI, custom modes, and headless operation for unified workflows. CreateJS offers modular library suite where developers select and integrate needed components from scratch.

Advanced Video Editing

Multi-track timeline composition with frame-level precision for video manipulation. WebCodecs processes MP4 files in browsers without transcoding. Combines video segments, image layers, audio channels, and graphic elements in unified timeline interface. Scene management and template workflows support interactive editing through visual interface and programmatic assembly via automation APIs.

EaselJS VideoBuffer class handles video frame rendering by drawing frames to off-screen canvas. Videos displayed by passing video elements to Bitmap objects. No video editing capabilities, timeline management, cutting, or export functionality. Libraries focus on displaying and animating video content as part of canvas compositions, not editing video files.

IMG.LY provides complete professional video editing for interactive and automated workflows. CreateJS displays videos on canvas only without editing capabilities requiring all functionality built from scratch.

Advanced Design Editing

Complete design editing with vector graphics, text styling, layout construction, and print-ready output. CMYK and Pantone color spaces for commercial printing workflows. Collage composition, web-to-print template systems, professional typography controls, adaptive layouts, and permission frameworks. Exports PNG, JPEG, TGA, binary, and PDF formats.

EaselJS provides primitives for drawing shapes, rendering text, and displaying images on canvas. Shape class creates vector graphics with drawing commands. Text class renders text with basic styling. No design editor, layout tools, or print workflows built in. Developers build design features using canvas drawing primitives and custom interface code.

IMG.LY offers production-ready design editor with comprehensive commercial printing capabilities. CreateJS provides only basic canvas drawing primitives requiring complete custom editor implementation.

File Format Support

Import: Images (PNG, JPEG, JPG, GIF, WebP, SVG, BMP); Video (MP4, MOV with codec requirements); Audio (MP3, M4A, MP4, MOV); Templates (IDML InDesign, PSD Photoshop, Scene native format); Lottie animations (JSON). Export: Images (PNG, JPEG, WebP, TGA); Video (MP4); Print (PDF); Scene and Archive (ZIP) formats. Supports transparent backgrounds, custom resolution, compression levels, and file metadata.

Import: Images via Image API, audio via Web Audio API, SVG graphics, sprite sheets. PreloadJS manages loading various file types including JSON, CSS, JavaScript, binary files. Export: Canvas content to PNG or JPEG via toDataURL. No built-in video import or export. SpriteSheet supports sprite animations from image grids.

Both support standard image formats for canvas rendering. IMG.LY offers significantly more comprehensive format support including professional template import (InDesign, Photoshop), video, audio, and advanced export options. CreateJS focuses on basic asset loading for canvas display only.

Templating & Dynamic Editing

Adaptive template system with intelligent layout algorithms responding to content dimensions and aspect ratios. Placeholder architecture populated through visual editors or programmatic APIs using unified template specifications. Role-based access controls enable team collaboration. Templates render consistently across interactive editing and automation pipelines.

No template system. Developers build template functionality by managing application state and recreating display objects programmatically. Display list supports adding, removing, and transforming objects dynamically. Complex templates require custom state management and reconstruction logic implemented in application code.

IMG.LY provides sophisticated adaptive template system with intelligent algorithms, programmatic control, and role-based permissions. CreateJS has no template capabilities requiring complete custom implementation.

Creative Automation

Equal capabilities for embedded editing and automation using unified SDK. Headless Node.js operation generates assets programmatically without UI. Same SDK serves user-facing editors and backend automation without additional components. Integrates with databases, CRM systems, and marketing platforms for automated content production. Templates work identically through UI or API execution.

No built-in automation features, batch processing, or template systems. Node.js support via EaselJS-NodeJS package using node-canvas for server-side rendering. Developers programmatically create display objects, manipulate canvas, and export to images. Requires Cairo graphics library dependency. Developers implement automation workflows with custom code.

IMG.LY offers production-ready unified SDK with comprehensive equal-priority editing and automation. CreateJS supports basic server-side canvas rendering requiring extensive custom automation development.

AI Capabilities

Extensible AI framework for integrating custom models with built-in intelligent features. Smart layout algorithms optimize designs automatically for visual balance and readability. Plugin architecture enables connecting proprietary or third-party AI services for specialized requirements. AI operates as creative assistant preserving manual control.

No AI capabilities. No smart layout algorithms, content generation, or AI-powered features. Developers integrate AI services separately through custom implementations. Libraries focus on canvas rendering, animation, and interactivity without intelligent automation. AI functionality requires external services and custom integration code.

IMG.LY offers sophisticated AI-powered design assistance with extensible plugin framework for unlimited custom AI integration. CreateJS provides no AI capabilities requiring complete custom implementation.

Asset Management

Combining embedded libraries with external integrations. Getty Images, Unsplash, and Airtable connect directly without middleware requirements. Organizations add custom asset sources while controlling data governance. Unified interface manages video and design assets. Client-side architecture maintains media under application control.

PreloadJS manages loading assets including images, audio, data files, and fonts. Handles loading queues, connection management, progress tracking, and error handling. No built-in asset browsing, organization, or management system. Developers implement asset libraries, storage, and media management using PreloadJS as loading foundation.

IMG.LY offers comprehensive enterprise-grade asset management with direct integrations to major providers and custom source support. CreateJS provides basic asset loading utilities only requiring complete custom management implementation.

User Interface

Production-ready modular UI components for applications requiring user-facing editors. Canvas interactions with timeline controls, filter palettes, effect adjustments, and audio mixing interfaces. Component architecture enables panel reorganization, control replacement, or fully custom UI development. Headless mode bypasses UI completely for automation scenarios.

No user interface components. Developers build all UI elements including menus, toolbars, panels, and controls using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks. EaselJS handles canvas rendering and mouse/touch events but provides no interface components. Complete UI construction required using separate web technologies.

IMG.LY provides comprehensive production-ready UI with full customization or headless operation. CreateJS provides no UI components requiring building complete interfaces from scratch using separate technologies.

White-labeling

Zero-branding architecture without vendor identification in interfaces or outputs. Complete UI restructuring beyond surface-level theming. Internationalization support for global markets. Headless mode eliminates UI entirely for custom implementations. Organizations achieve precise brand alignment including corporate color system integration.

No branding by default as libraries provide no UI components. Developers build completely custom interfaces with full branding control. All visual elements constructed by development teams using CreateJS as rendering foundation. White-labeling inherent to low-level library approach.

Both enable complete white-labeling. IMG.LY provides sophisticated zero-branding architecture with optional headless mode and full UI customization. CreateJS has no built-in UI requiring custom interface construction.

Interactive Editing

Canvas-first interactions with instantaneous visual feedback during user manipulation. Timeline navigation, zoom controls, and playback without server round-trips. Real-time effect preview using GPU acceleration. Consistent experience across browsers, mobile devices, and desktop platforms. Direct manipulation matching professional creative applications.

Real-time canvas manipulation with immediate visual feedback. EaselJS handles mouse and touch events for dragging, transforming, and animating display objects. TweenJS creates smooth animations and transitions. Interactive experiences in browser environments. Touch support for iOS, Android, and IE10. Performance depends on browser canvas implementation.

Both provide real-time interactive experiences with immediate feedback. IMG.LY offers significantly broader cross-platform deployment including native mobile and desktop. CreateJS focuses exclusively on browser-based canvas interaction.

Multi-Layer Editing

Unlimited layer depth for video segments, graphics, audio tracks, and effects with composition control. Blending modes, opacity management, and z-axis ordering enable professional visual effects. Grouping and parent-child hierarchies create reusable structures. Lock and visibility controls for managing complex projects. Consistent layer system across all deployment platforms.

EaselJS hierarchical display list with Container objects nesting children.
Z-index ordering through addChild and setChildIndex methods. DisplayObject alpha property controls transparency. Basic compositing through globalCompositeOperation. Layer organization through parent-child relationships and grouping. No advanced blending modes or layer effects.

Both support layer-based composition with hierarchy and z-ordering. IMG.LY offers more sophisticated unlimited depth with advanced blending and professional controls across all platforms. CreateJS provides basic display list with simple compositing only.

Component Architecture

Decoupled engine and editor architecture enabling three patterns: full UI deployment, custom UI construction, or headless operation. Granular component registration adds custom functionality without SDK modification. Order APIs control component layout programmatically. Plugin framework extends capabilities maintaining upgrade compatibility. Selective component adoption as needed.

Modular library architecture where each library functions independently. EaselJS, TweenJS, SoundJS, and PreloadJS work together or separately based on application needs. Event-driven architecture with EventDispatcher for communication between objects. No UI component system, no plugin framework. Developers extend functionality through JavaScript prototype inheritance and custom code.

IMG.LY offers comprehensive enterprise-grade modular architecture with full plugin framework for extensibility and upgrade compatibility. CreateJS provides modular library suite without component or plugin system requiring custom integration.

Cross-Platform Support

Platform-spanning coverage including web frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, Svelte, Next.js), native mobile (iOS, Android), cross-platform mobile (React Native, Flutter), desktop (Electron, macOS), and backend (Node.js). Unified codebase maintains consistent functionality across platforms. Templates render identically on client devices or backend infrastructure.

Web-focused JavaScript libraries for browsers with HTML5 Canvas support. Works with modern desktop and mobile browsers including touch-enabled devices. Node.js support via EaselJS-NodeJS using node-canvas and Cairo graphics. No native mobile SDKs for iOS or Android. No React Native or Flutter support. Desktop limited to browser or Electron applications.

IMG.LY offers significantly more comprehensive cross-platform deployment including native mobile, desktop, and full server support. CreateJS focuses on web browsers and optional Node.js only with no native mobile capabilities.

Customizability

Granular configuration spanning UI presentation, functional workflows, and architectural patterns. Toolbar reorganization, asset library customization, and workflow modifications through code-based APIs. Print functionality includes CMYK and Pantone support. Role-based permissions for multi-tenant architectures. Headless APIs bypass interfaces for fully custom implementations.

Complete customization through code as libraries provide only rendering and animation primitives. Developers control entire implementation including interface design, features, and workflows. Customization at code level building on canvas and animation APIs. No default UI or workflows, only low-level functionality requiring custom development.

IMG.LY provides more sophisticated architectural customization with comprehensive configuration options across all layers. CreateJS offers complete implementation control requiring low-level library programming from scratch.

Extensibility

First-class plugin framework adding custom functionality without SDK source modification. Extension points span UI components, export formats, asset sources, and processing pipelines. Organizations integrate proprietary or third-party APIs maintaining upgrade compatibility. Modular architecture enables selective feature loading for optimized bundles. Plugin ecosystem extends capabilities preserving SDK upgradeability.

Extension through JavaScript prototype inheritance and custom code. No formal plugin system or extension architecture. Developers add functionality by extending library classes and integrating external code. Open architecture based on standard web technologies. Event system enables communication between custom and library components. Extensibility through code rather than plugin framework.

IMG.LY supports comprehensive enterprise-grade plugin system with architectural extension and full upgrade compatibility. CreateJS extends through prototype inheritance and custom code only without formal plugin architecture.

Ease of Integration

Platform-specific documentation with functional examples across React, Angular, Vue, Flutter, React Native, and server frameworks. Pre-built editor implementations reduce setup to configuration steps. Evaluation provides production SDK access for comprehensive assessment. Multi-tier documentation from quick-start to advanced scenarios. SDK distribution through standard package managers (npm, CocoaPods, Maven).

Documentation covering library APIs and usage patterns. CDN hosting at code.createjs.com for library files. NPM packages for modern workflows. Code examples demonstrate display list, animations, and asset loading. Integration with Adobe Animate for animation workflows. Lower-level libraries require development time but provide complete control.

IMG.LY offers significantly more comprehensive documentation with pre-built implementations across all platforms reducing development time. CreateJS provides library documentation requiring extensive custom development for complete applications.

Flexible Rendering Approach

Dual rendering supporting workflow requirements: client-side processing for user editing leverages device GPUs maintaining local data, server-side rendering enables automation on organization-controlled Node.js infrastructure. Unified engine produces identical output whether rendering in browsers during interactive sessions or on servers during batch generation. Architecture selected based on requirements.

Client-side rendering in browsers using Canvas 2D API. Server-side rendering via EaselJS-NodeJS with node-canvas and Cairo graphics library. Rendering approach depends on canvas backend. No unified rendering engine, output varies between browser and server environments based on implementation. Server-side requires additional dependencies and setup.

IMG.LY offers more sophisticated unified rendering flexibility with identical output across client-side and server-side execution. CreateJS renders in browsers or Node.js with output varying by canvas backend implementation and additional dependencies.

Mobile Performance

Native SDKs for iOS and Android with cross-platform framework support (React Native, Flutter). Editing capabilities equivalent to desktop experiences with consistent rendering quality. Performance optimization targets contemporary devices while supporting older hardware. Codec management and memory optimization handle mobile constraints maintaining responsive interactions.

Browser-based mobile support in iOS Safari, Chrome for Android, and modern mobile browsers. Touch event handling for mobile devices. Performance depends on browser canvas implementation and device capabilities. No native mobile applications, runs in mobile browsers only. Mobile performance limited by browser constraints compared to native implementations.

IMG.LY provides comprehensive native mobile SDKs with desktop-equivalent performance across iOS, Android, React Native, and Flutter. CreateJS delivers browser-based mobile experience only with performance dependent on browser capabilities.

Production Readiness

Production-deployed in enterprises generating 500M+ creative outputs monthly. Continuous release cycles maintain compatibility while introducing new capabilities. Multi-tier support from community resources to dedicated engineering assistance. Organizations deploy without infrastructure management as SDK handles technical complexities internally.

Production-ready open-source library suite used in commercial applications and games. MIT license permits commercial use without restrictions. Active development maintained by CreateJS team. Used by Adobe Animate for HTML5 canvas export. Community support through GitHub, documentation, and forums. Stable foundation for building custom interactive experiences.

Both production-ready for commercial deployment. IMG.LY provides more comprehensive enterprise-scale solution with dedicated support tiers and proven large-scale output generation. CreateJS provides stable open-source foundation for custom interactive applications.

Scalability

Dual scaling approach: distributed client-side rendering where user devices provide processing capacity, and centralized server-side automation on organization-managed Node.js infrastructure. Template-driven workflows generate unlimited variations whether users create individually or automation produces millions. Architecture supports both interactive editing at scale (millions of users) and batch automation workloads.

Scalability through client-side distribution as rendering occurs in user browsers. Each user's device handles their canvas rendering and animations. Server-side rendering scales through Node.js infrastructure provisioning. No built-in batch processing or template automation. Developers implement scaling patterns using standard web application approaches and custom code.

IMG.LY offers more comprehensive scalability through both distributed client-side editing and additional centralized automation infrastructure. CreateJS scales via browser distribution only with custom implementation required for automation scenarios.

Storage & Data Ownership

Zero exfiltration architecture maintaining all content within application boundaries during editing. Client-side processing eliminates external storage requirements for user interactions. Server deployment preserves organizational control over infrastructure and data location. Asset integrations (Getty, Unsplash) activate only when configured. No required transmission to vendor servers.

Content remains in browser or application under developer control. No external service dependencies for rendering or storage. Developers manage asset storage, loading, and caching in application code. Data ownership fully under application control as libraries operate entirely client-side or on developer infrastructure. PreloadJS loads assets from developer-specified sources.

Both keep content under application control with no external dependencies. IMG.LY offers complete sophisticated client-side/server-side operation with full infrastructure independence. CreateJS operates entirely on developer-controlled infrastructure.

Offline Capabilities

Complete editing functionality without network connectivity after initial SDK delivery. Local rendering, export, and template manipulation work independently of internet access. Asset libraries operate offline when using embedded or custom sources. Valuable for mobile applications and intermittent connectivity environments preserving full feature access.

Full canvas manipulation offline after library loading. Rendering, animation, and interaction work without internet connection. Canvas exports to image formats function offline. PreloadJS requires connectivity for loading remote assets but supports local asset loading. Offline capability inherent to client-side libraries with no external dependencies.

Both support offline operation after initial load. IMG.LY provides fuller offline capabilities with complete independence across all features including sophisticated templates. CreateJS provides basic offline canvas manipulation with developers managing asset availability.

Clear Pricing Model

Usage-based enterprise licensing adapts to platform combinations, deployment scale, and feature requirements. Evaluation period provides production SDK access for comprehensive assessment before commitment. Licensing structure accommodates diverse deployment scenarios and organizational scales. Transparent pricing based on actual usage patterns and deployment scope.

Free and open-source under MIT license. No licensing fees for personal or commercial use. No usage restrictions or attribution requirements. Organizations use libraries without costs, paying only for development resources and infrastructure. Community-driven development with contributions from CreateJS team and open-source community.

IMG.LY offers comprehensive enterprise licensing covering all capabilities across all platforms. CreateJS provides free open-source libraries under MIT license with no usage restrictions.

Community & Enterprise Support

Platform-specific documentation covering web, mobile, desktop, and server integration. Enterprise licensing includes dedicated support with SLA commitments. Solution architects assist with complex integrations and performance optimization. Support desk provides release notes, technical FAQs, showcases, and comprehensive API documentation across all platforms.

Documentation at createjs.com with API reference and tutorials. Community support through GitHub issues and discussions. Blog at blog.createjs.com with tutorials and updates. Active open-source project maintained by CreateJS team. No official commercial support, organizations rely on community resources or third-party consultants. Adobe Animate integration provides additional workflow documentation.

Both provide documentation and support channels. IMG.LY offers significantly more comprehensive multi-platform documentation with additional dedicated solution architects and enterprise SLA support. CreateJS offers open-source community support only without official commercial support channels.

IMG.LY

CreateJS

Turnkey Solutions for Various Use Cases

Pre-built editors for video, social, and marketing content.

Fully custom UI has to be built from scratch.

Advanced Editing Features

Full-featured design & video editor with turnkey solutions for various use cases.

No built-in advanced editing features; requires custom development.

Multi-Layer & Media Support

Full layer control for images, videos, stickers, and text.

Limited by Canvas rendering, layering and media handling must be implemented manually.

Platform & Framework Support

Web, iOS, Android, React Native, Flutter, Electron, macOS.

Web-only; JavaScript/Canvas-based.

Extensibility

Plugin architecture allows adding custom tools and workflows.

Extensible via code, but no structured plugin system.

Templating System

Dynamic templates with placeholders, layout constraints, and automation.

No built-in templating system.

Creative Automation

Headless API for programmatic design generation and batch workflows.

Not supported; requires building logic from scratch.

Video Editing

Built-in multi-track video editor with transitions, overlays, and timeline.

No video editing capabilities.

Design File Conversion

Import PSD, INDD, AI files with editable layers.

No support for importing or editing layered design files.

Asset Libraries

Built-in integrations with Getty, Unsplash, and custom libraries.

User designs are stored on Canva’s servers; users must have a Canva account to create or edit designs.

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Key Capabilities

Learn more about some of the functionalities of IMG.LY’s SDK

Editing

Adjustments

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Fine-tune designs with an exhaustive set of adjustment operations such as brightness and contrast.

Effect & Blur

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Add a unique mood to designs with effects & blur.

Element Snapping

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Snap stickers and text to control points for more precise placements.

Blend Modes & Grouping

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Define the blending behavior and grouping.

Undo & Redo

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Allow users to undo and redo all editing operations.

Printing

Cutout Lines

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Create and customize cutout shapes for web-to-print.

CMYK/ Spot color support

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Integrate CMYK and Pantone color spaces, customized color libraries, including your brand's colors.

Templating

Design Templates

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Create role based design templates to jumpstart users’ creativity.

Text Variables

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Enable mass personalization and creative automation by embedding variables.

Placeholders & Lockable Designs

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Constrain templates to guide your users’ design and ensure brand consistency.

Configurable Presets

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Enforce a consistent aesthetic across all creations by using preset filters, adjustments, fonts, and crop ratios.

Customizability

Build Custom UIs

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Use the headless API powering all creative operations to implement an entirely custom UI.

Theming

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Change the editor theme to fit seamlessly with your app.

Media Libraries

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Set up custom libraries that are easily sortable.

Toolbar Customization

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Reposition toolbar elements, change icons, or rename tools to fit your use case.

Internationalization

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Add support for additional languages, and customize any button label.

Export Options

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Export designs in JPG, PNG, or PDF with custom quality, page ranges, and dimensions.

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Bring beautiful photo editing to your applications.

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Empower your users with an easy-to-use design editor.

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Unleash your users' creativity & leverage user generated content.

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Empower users to create, collaborate , and automate design tasks in your app.

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FAQs

What is the best CreateJS alternative?

If you're looking for a modern toolkit that saves you from building every piece manually, IMG.LY is a great alternative to CreateJS. It combines powerful editing tools, automation, and a complete UI, letting you focus on your core product.

What are the key differences between IMG.LY and CreateJS?

CreateJS is a collection of libraries for rendering and animation. IMG.LY provides a high-level, fully-featured creative SDK with a UI, editing tools, plugin support, and cross-platform capabilities built in.

Can I use IMG.LY instead of CreateJS to build a design editor?

Yes, IMG.LY provides a complete design and video editor out of the box. You get advanced editing features, customization options, and the ability to integrate with your own backend systems, saving months of development time.

Is video editing supported on either platform?

Only IMG.LY supports video editing, with multi-track timelines, transitions, overlays, and export capabilities. CreateJS is focused on HTML5 canvas animations and does not support video.

Which platform is easier to integrate into a SaaS product?

IMG.LY was built specifically for SaaS and platform integration, offering developer-friendly SDKs, APIs, and support for white-labeling. CreateJS is more suited for highly customized, one-off web applications or interactive content.

Do both solutions support templating or creative automation?

IMG.LY supports dynamic templates, data-driven content generation, and batch processing via API. You’ll have to build those capabilities from scratch with CreateJS.

Which one supports cross-platform development beyond the web?

IMG.LY supports mobile (iOS, Android), desktop (Electron, macOS), and web platforms. CreateJS is limited to HTML5 and JavaScript environments.

What kind of asset management is included in each?

IMG.LY comes with built-in asset library integrations and custom library support. CreateJS offers no built-in asset system, you’ll need to develop one yourself.

Can I import layered design files like PSD or Illustrator?

IMG.LY supports importing PSD, INDD, and AI files with layer-level editing. CreateJS does not support layered design files.

Which tool is better for building visual content workflows (e.g., marketing or social content creation)?

IMG.LY offers purpose-built UI configurations for social, print, video, and more, making it ideal for building creative workflows. CreateJS offers none of this out of the box.