How they differ
| Doodly | Sketchvo | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | Desktop (Mac/PC) | Browser |
| How you build | Drag characters and props | Describe it; AI builds it |
| Ready-made character library | Yes — around 200 characters | No |
| AI script and illustration | No | Yes |
| Voiceover | Record or import | AI voices, 15 languages |
| Price | Included with Voomly Cloud, $49/mo or $490/yr | Free; paid from $19.99/month |
| Trial | 14 days | Free plan |
Stay with Doodly if…
- You rely on a consistent cast of characters across many videos.
- You prefer working offline in a desktop app.
- You also use Voomly's other tools.
Switch to Sketchvo if…
- Assembling scenes by hand takes longer than you have.
- You want AI to write and draw from a document or link.
- You don't need a whole software bundle.
What changed with Doodly
Doodly used to be bought on its own. It's now mainly sold inside Voomly's bundle: Voomly Cloud ($49/month or $490/year) includes Doodly Standard, and Voomly Pro ($79/month or $790/year) includes Doodly Enterprise, alongside sister apps like Toonly and Talkia. There's a 14-day trial and a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you only want doodle videos, that bundle is a lot to pay for.
Workflow compared
| Step | Doodly | Sketchvo |
|---|---|---|
| Script | Write it yourself | Generated or pasted |
| Visuals | Drag characters and props from the library | Generated per scene |
| Timing | Set draw order and durations | Synced to narration |
| Voice | Record or import audio | AI voice, 15 languages |
| Where it runs | Installed on Mac or PC | Any browser |
Where Doodly is genuinely better
Doodly's library is drawn by illustrators in one consistent style, with around 200 characters in 20 poses each. If your videos follow the same characters through many episodes — a mascot, a recurring customer — that consistency is hard to beat. AI-generated drawings vary more from scene to scene.
Switching from Doodly
- Export your Doodly script. Copy the narration from your project or voice recording notes.
- Paste it into Sketchvo. Scenes are created automatically.
- Generate and compare. Judge it against the time your Doodly version took.
For a deeper comparison of doodle tools, see the best whiteboard animation software.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Doodly alternative?
For AI-built doodle videos, Sketchvo; for a manual editor, VideoScribe.
How much is Doodly in 2026?
Doodly is included with Voomly Cloud at $49/month or $490/year.
Is there a free Doodly alternative?
Yes, Sketchvo has a free plan.
Does Doodly have AI?
Its product page doesn't list AI script or drawing features.
Can I reuse my Doodly script?
Yes, paste it into Sketchvo.
Is Doodly a one-time purchase?
It's now mainly sold through Voomly subscriptions; doodly.com also runs promotional offers whose terms change.