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Templated offers cloud-based image generation with a hosted editor—no complex SDK integration required. Plus AI features and a simple API.
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Why Consider Templated Over Polotno?
Polotno is a powerful JavaScript framework for building design editors. It gives you low-level control but requires significant development effort—you handle hosting, rendering, storage, and everything else.
Templated takes a different approach: we provide a complete cloud solution with a hosted editor, rendering API, and infrastructure. If you want to add design capabilities to your app without building everything from scratch, Templated is the faster path.
Templated vs Polotno: Feature Comparison
See how a cloud solution compares to an SDK approach
| Feature | Templated | Polotno |
|---|---|---|
| Integration Type | Cloud API + embeddable hosted editor | JavaScript SDK you self-host |
| Setup Time | Minutes - embed iframe or use API | Days/weeks of development |
| Rendering Infrastructure | Fully managed cloud rendering | You build and host rendering |
| Pricing Model | $29/month for 1,000 renders | $69/month license (rendering separate) |
| AI Template Generator | Generate templates from text prompts | Not included |
| Video Generation | Full video generation API | Not included - need separate solution |
| Template Storage | Cloud storage included | You manage storage |
| Asset Library | Stock images and elements included | You source assets |
| Custom Branding | White-label embedded editor | Full customization (you build it) |
| Canva Import | Import and convert Canva designs directly | Not included |
| Spreadsheet Integration | Upload Excel/CSV for bulk generation | You build it yourself |
| Maintenance | We handle updates and infrastructure | You maintain everything |
| Support | Live chat + integration help | Documentation + community |
Pricing Comparison: Templated vs Polotno
Cloud solution vs SDK licensing—understand the true costs
| Monthly Volume | Templated | Polotno | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| License/Starter | $29/month 1,000 renders included | $69/month | Rendering included! |
| Scale Usage | $79/month 5,000 renders included | $69/month + hosting + rendering | No hidden costs |
| Enterprise | $179/month 25,000 renders, all features | License + significant infra costs | Predictable pricing |
Also worth noting:
- Templated pricing includes rendering—no separate infrastructure costs
- No need to manage servers, scaling, or rendering pipelines
- 50 free renders to test before committing
- AI features included on all plans
Why Choose Templated Over Polotno?
The benefits of a cloud solution vs building your own
Canva Import
Import your existing Canva designs directly into Templated. Skip manual recreation and start automating immediately.
No Development Required
Embed our editor with an iframe or use our API directly. No need to build a design editor from scratch—start generating images in minutes, not weeks.
Cloud Rendering Included
With Polotno, you need to build your own rendering infrastructure. Templated handles all rendering in the cloud—just call our API.
AI Template Generator
Generate templates from text descriptions. Polotno is a design framework—it doesn't include AI features. Templated has AI built in.
Video Generation
Create MP4 videos from your templates. Polotno is image-focused—video requires additional solutions. We handle both.
Zero Infrastructure Management
No servers to manage, no scaling to worry about, no rendering pipelines to build. We handle the infrastructure so you can focus on your product.
Spreadsheet Integration
Upload an Excel or CSV file and generate hundreds of images. No need to build data processing pipelines—we handle it.
What our customers say
People love how great our product works and how we're always there to help
"Great customer service. Templated is a great tool and easy to work with, and their API just makes sense. It's fast, and great for automating visuals. What really stands out is their customer service quick replies, actually helpful, and clearly invested in their users. Smart product, built right."
"Life-saving and incredibly intuitive! This app is absolutely phenomenal! It literally saved my life and my automations on MAKE. The idea behind it is brilliant, and the execution is flawless. It's extremely intuitive, making it super easy to work with, even for those who aren't tech experts. The user-friendly interface and seamless functionality make automation effortless. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable and efficient solution!"
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I choose Polotno over Templated?
Polotno is better if you need complete control over every aspect of the editor and have engineering resources to build and maintain a custom solution. It's a framework, not a service.
When should I choose Templated over Polotno?
Choose Templated if you want to add design and image generation capabilities quickly without building infrastructure. Our cloud solution handles rendering, storage, and scaling for you.
Can I customize the Templated editor like I could with Polotno?
Our embedded editor supports white-labeling (your logo, colors, domain). While you don't have low-level code access like Polotno, you get a production-ready editor without the development work.
How does rendering work with each solution?
With Polotno, you export designs as JSON and need to build your own server-side rendering. Templated renders everything in the cloud—just call our API and get back an image URL.
What about self-hosting for compliance/security?
If you need complete control over data and infrastructure, Polotno's self-hosted approach might be necessary. Templated is cloud-based, though we offer enterprise options for specific compliance needs.
Does Templated support all the features Polotno has?
Templated focuses on production use cases: templates, rendering, and automation. Polotno gives you building blocks to create any editor. Different tools for different needs.
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