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last_updated: April 08, 2026
Pro Stop-Motion Tools: $100 Off for the Next Gen.
Dragonframe offers a specialized Individual Student/Teacher discount for their 2026 stop-motion animation software, reducing the price to US$195 for software only or US$205 with a Bluetooth/USB Keypad. This version is functionally identical to the full commercial version but is restricted to non-commercial use, meaning it cannot be used for paid work or to promote products.
Visit the Dragonframe Store and select the "Student" version of the software. Enter your academic information, including your school name and expected graduation date. Upload a digital copy of your current student ID or a valid tuition receipt for verification. Once approved and purchased, your license will be sent via email for immediate activation.
"Wait for back-to-school tech deals for better prices."
Dragonframe offers a full-featured 30-day trial. The only limitation is a small watermark on your exported frames. If you have a short-term project or a single assignment, using the trial is a "zero-cost" way to access professional-grade animation tools.
Opting for the Software Only package at $195 saves you $10 plus the cost of international shipping and potential Canadian import duties. While the keypad is helpful for stop-motion, you can use a standard keyboard or a cheaper third-party wireless number pad to control the software.
If you are a student at a major animation school, check with your department before buying. Institutions with multi-seat licenses can use the Remote License Distribution system to "check out" temporary licenses to individual students for free. This is the most effective way to use Dragonframe without any personal cost.