Previewed alternatives
Previewed alternatives — what indies actually pick
Previewed is a browser-based 3d mockup tool that covers app store shots, social media mockups, and promo videos in one app. The closest competitor on pricing — but their $9.99 Plus tier caps at 10 exports and still hands you a mockup editor, not a generator. You're choosing templates, posing devices, and writing the copy yourself. If you're looking for an alternative for the once-or-twice-a-year App Store launch, here's an honest take on what fits.
Why people leave Previewed
Where Previewed falls short for indie launches
- Plus tier caps at 10 lifetime exports — restrictive if you A/B-test screenshot variants.
- Free tier requires Creative Commons attribution — your published screenshots credit them, not you.
- Template editor, not a screenshot generator — manual layout per shot.
- No AI-written headline from your one-line pitch.
- Theme and palette don't sample from your uploaded screens.
- Cloud-stored templates and exports — privacy posture is the opposite of ours.
ShotStudio
Same job, different model
ShotStudio is built for the indie iOS developer doing this once or twice a year. Three raw uploads in, three polished 1290×2796 shots back, in under a minute. AI picks the preset from your category and writes the headline from your pitch — you bring the screenshots and the app name.
- $7 one-time entry — credits never expire, no subscription anywhere on the site.
- Auto-refund on failed generations — credits return automatically when retries can't produce a valid shot.
- Zero image persistence — uploads pass through memory to the model and are dropped. No images table, no S3.
- Category-aware preset auto-selection — no scrolling a 200-template gallery to start.
- AI-written headline from your one-line pitch — you don't bring the copywriting.
- Click-to-edit text on the preview — adjust before you export.
Side by side
ShotStudio vs Previewed
| ShotStudio | Previewed | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | One-time credit packs | Free + $9.99 one-time + $19/mo |
| Entry price | $7 (2 sets) | Lite free (720p, CC attribution) · Plus $9.99 one-time (10 exports, 3D + video) · Pro $228/yr. |
| Output spec | 1290×2796, sRGB, no watermark | Varies by template |
| AI-written headlines | Yes — from your pitch | No |
| Image persistence | None — never written to disk | Stored on their servers |
| Refund on failure | Auto-refund of credits | Manual support ticket |
When Previewed wins
When Previewed is still the right pick
If you want 3D animation or a promo video alongside your static screenshots, Previewed covers more surface area than ShotStudio in one tool. Plus also wins if you specifically want a one-time tier and can live within the 10-export limit.
- $9.99 one-time Plus is the closest one-time-pay option in the category — already validated the no-subscription model for static screenshots.
- 3D snapshots and promo-video output cover use cases ShotStudio doesn't touch.
- Exports stay in your account forever — even after a subscription lapses.
FAQ
Previewed alternatives — questions indies ask
Is Previewed worth it for indie iOS developers?
The $9.99 Plus tier is the closest one-time-pay option in the category — a fair fit if you want 3D snapshots or promo video output alongside static screenshots. The 10-export cap on Plus matters if you A/B-test multiple sets. If you only need polished static shots, a $7 ShotStudio credit gets you unlimited regenerations per set.
Is Previewed free?
The Lite tier is free but exports at 720p with a Creative Commons attribution requirement — meaning your published screenshots credit Previewed, not your app. For commercial indie use you'll need Plus at $9.99 one-time (10 exports) or Pro at $19/mo ($228/yr unlimited).
What's a good alternative to Previewed?
For a true one-time-pay indie tool with no export cap, ShotStudio is $7 with unlimited regenerations per credit and zero image persistence. For 3D animation specifically, Rotato is the strongest in the category. AppMockUp Studio is the free option if you don't need animation or AI assistance.
Does Previewed export at App Store Connect's required spec?
Yes — Previewed supports iPhone 6.7" portrait output at 1080p+ on Plus and Pro tiers. The free Lite tier caps at 720p, which falls below Apple's required resolution for App Store carousel screenshots and won't pass review.