Is ToonSquid iPad Only? Platforms, Devices and What Works in 2026

The short answer

Yes. ToonSquid is an iPad app. It requires iPadOS 15.0 or later, and its App Store listing also supports Apple Vision Pro with visionOS 1.0 or later. There is no version for iPhone, Android phones or tablets (including Samsung Galaxy Tab), Windows PCs or macOS.

This isn't an oversight. The developer, Keiwan Donyagard, states in the official FAQ that there are currently no plans for Android, Windows, macOS or iPhone versions, because ToonSquid was designed from the ground up for the iPad and relies on its specific capabilities.

Which iPads can run ToonSquid?

Any iPad that can install iPadOS 15 or newer meets the software requirement. That includes every iPad Pro, iPad Air from the 2nd generation, iPad mini from the 4th generation and standard iPads from the 5th generation onward. Apple's own iPadOS compatibility list is the definitive reference for your model.

Meeting the minimum isn't the whole story, though. A few features depend on hardware:

• MOV export with transparency (HEVC) needs an A10 chip or newer. Older iPads can export H.264 video, which has no alpha channel.
• ProRes 4444 export only works on iPads with ProRes hardware support.
• Performance scales with the chip. Large canvases with many layers and effects run more smoothly on M-series iPads.

Do you need an Apple Pencil?

Not strictly, but it's strongly recommended. You can draw with a finger, yet without a stylus you lose pressure and tilt sensitivity, which many of ToonSquid's brushes rely on for line weight and texture. Any Apple Pencil model compatible with your iPad works; version 2.0.6 added support for Apple Pencil Pro features. Third-party styluses may or may not work, and the developer doesn't guarantee them.

Why isn't there an iPhone version?

ToonSquid's interface packs a canvas, tool rail, layer panel and timeline onto one screen. That layout depends on the iPad's larger display and on Apple Pencil input. Squeezing it onto a phone would mean a very different app, and the developer has chosen to focus on making the iPad experience as good as possible. If you need to animate on an iPhone, apps such as FlipaClip and Callipeg mini are built for smaller screens.

What about Apple Vision Pro?

ToonSquid appears on the App Store for Apple Vision Pro with visionOS 1.0 or later, where it runs as a compatible iPad app. It's an interesting option for viewing and reviewing work on a large virtual display, but for serious drawing most people still prefer an iPad with a Pencil.

What can you do on other devices?

If you don't own an iPad, you have three realistic paths:

1. Use an alternative on your device. Android and Samsung tablet owners can look at FlipaClip, Callipeg or RoughAnimator; see our ToonSquid alternatives for Android.
2. Animate on a computer. Windows and Mac users have strong free options like OpenToonz, Krita and Pencil2D; see ToonSquid for Windows and PC.
3. Get an iPad. Because ToonSquid is a one-time purchase, an entry-level iPad with an Apple Pencil is a cost-effective animation setup.

Avoid websites promising a “ToonSquid APK” or “ToonSquid for PC” download. Those files aren't genuine — read our guide to ToonSquid MOD APKs before you click anything.

Choosing an iPad for ToonSquid

If you're buying an iPad mainly for animation, a few points matter more than raw specs. First, Apple Pencil support: check which Pencil works with the model, because the Pencil is how you get pressure and tilt. Second, screen size: the timeline, layers and canvas share the display, so an 11-inch or larger screen is noticeably more comfortable than an iPad mini, although the mini is great for sketching on the go. Third, storage: animation projects with audio, video layers and many drawings grow quickly, so 128 GB or more is sensible if you keep many projects on the device.

Finally, consider the chip. Any iPad that runs iPadOS 15 can install ToonSquid, but complex scenes with effects, bones and dozens of layers stay smoother on newer M-series iPads.

Does ToonSquid run on Apple silicon Macs?

Some iPad apps can run on Macs with Apple silicon through the Mac App Store, but only when the developer allows it. ToonSquid's official FAQ says there are no plans for a macOS version, so don't count on it appearing on your Mac. If you're on a Mac, desktop tools like Krita, OpenToonz or Blender's Grease Pencil are the practical alternatives.

Does it need the internet?

No. Once installed, ToonSquid works offline. Projects are stored locally on the iPad, which is great for animating while travelling, but it also means you're responsible for backups. Export project files to the Files app or iCloud Drive regularly.

Summary

If you have a compatible iPad, you can get ToonSquid from the official App Store page.