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Templated goes beyond image generation with PDF and video support, AI-powered template creation, and a white-label editor you can embed in your own app.

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Why Consider Switching from RenderForm?

RenderForm is a capable image automation tool with useful features like URL-based generation, spreadsheet batch rendering, and a WordPress plugin. However, it is limited to image output only, with no support for PDFs or videos, and its credit-based pricing can get expensive as you scale.

Templated offers a more complete solution: image, PDF, and video generation from a single API, AI-powered template creation, a white-label embeddable editor, Canva import, and watermark-free output from day one. If you need more than just images or want a platform that scales with your business, Templated is worth considering.

Templated vs RenderForm: Feature Comparison

See how Templated compares to RenderForm for your image automation needs

Feature	Templated	RenderForm
Starting Price	$29/month for 1,000 renders	$9/month for 250 renders ($36/1,000)
Free Trial	50 free renders, no watermarks, no credit card	Free tier with watermarks on all images
PDF Generation	Multi-page PDF generation with high DPI output	Not available
Video Generation	Full video generation API with MP4 output	Not available
AI Template Generator	Generate templates from text prompts using AI	Not available
Template Editor	Intuitive drag-and-drop with real-time preview	Visual editor with component-based layers
Embedded Editor (White-label)	Full white-label embeddable editor for your app	Not available
Canva Import	Import and convert Canva designs directly	Not available
Output Formats	JPG, PNG, WebP, PDF, MP4 Video	JPG, PNG only
URL-Based Generation	API-based rendering with direct response	Generate images via URL parameters (no API needed)
No-Code Integrations	Zapier, Make, n8n, Airtable, Bubble, Activepieces	Zapier, Make, Integrately, WordPress, Mailchimp
MCP (AI Assistants)	Control via Claude, Cursor, ChatGPT using natural language	Not available
Spreadsheet Integration	Upload Excel/CSV for bulk image generation	Spreadsheet batch rendering available
Custom Fonts	Upload unlimited custom fonts	Custom font uploads supported
Template Gallery	110+ free professional templates	Template library available
Support	Live chat with fast response times	Email support

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Pricing Comparison: Templated vs RenderForm

Compare costs at different usage levels

Monthly Volume	Templated	RenderForm	You Save
1,000 renders/month	$29/month (annual)	$29/month (Pro plan)	Same price, but Templated includes PDF + video
5,000 renders/month	$79/month (annual)	$99/month (Pro plan)	Save ~$240/year
25,000 renders/month	$179/month (annual)	Custom pricing required	Transparent pricing at scale

Also worth noting:

50 free renders with no watermarks (RenderForm adds watermarks on free tier)
No credit card required to start
PDF and video generation included on all plans (not available on RenderForm)
AI template generation and white-label editor included on all plans

What You Get Extra with Templated

Features that set Templated apart from RenderForm

PDF & Video Generation

RenderForm only generates images. Templated supports multi-page PDFs with high DPI output and full video generation with MP4 export, all from the same API.

AI Template Generator

Describe your template in plain text and let AI create it for you. No need to start from scratch or hire a designer. RenderForm doesn't offer this capability.

White-Label Embedded Editor

Embed our full template editor in your application with your branding. Let your users create and customize templates without leaving your platform.

Canva Import

Import your existing Canva designs directly into Templated. Skip manual recreation and start automating immediately. RenderForm has no Canva import.

No Watermarks on Free Tier

Test with 50 free renders without watermarks. RenderForm adds watermarks to all images on their free tier, making it harder to evaluate output quality.

MCP for AI Assistants

Control Templated through Claude, Cursor, or ChatGPT using natural language. Generate and manage templates with AI assistants via our MCP integration.

Better Value at Scale

RenderForm's credit-based pricing gets expensive as usage grows. Templated offers straightforward monthly plans with more renders per dollar and all features included.

API Comparison: RenderForm vs Templated

See how the API calls compare side by side

RenderForm API Call

fetch('https://get.renderform.io/api/v2/render', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: {
    'X-API-KEY': 'YOUR_RENDERFORM_KEY',
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({
    template: 'renderform_template_id',
    data: {
      'title.text': 'Hello World',
      'image.src': 'https://example.com/photo.jpg'
    }
  })
})

Templated API Call

fetch('https://api.templated.io/v1/render', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: {
    'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY',
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({
    template: 'template_id',
    layers: {
      title: {
        text: 'Hello World'
      },
      image: {
        image_url: 'https://example.com/photo.jpg'
      }
    }
  })
})

Key Differences:

Standard Bearer token auth vs custom X-API-KEY header
Structured layer objects with full property control
Same output format, but Templated also supports PDF and video
Both return image URL directly in the response

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What our customers say

People love how great our product works and how we're always there to help

Rated 4.6 on

"Brilliant piece of software. Reasonably priced (vs Canva's outrageously expensive API), and despite a few intricacies with the editor, a really fully-featured document generation API. Really great support too from Pedro, the founder!"

August 17, 2025

Jacob Burns

"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."

March 17, 2025

Brix Studio

"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!"

March 17, 2025

Filipe Souza

Basic Invitation

"Great time to value. It's simple to use, it does what it says on the tin, not obscure pricing or documentation - everything is as you expect it, and they have great customer service!"

March 13, 2025

Elias Benussi

"After comparing several similar options, I ultimately chose Templated. I'm really enjoying its ease of use and impressive performance!"

December 19, 2024

Siddharth Elango

"I love it. Great. I use it for a business purposes and works very well with make.com."

December 16, 2024

Jakub

"Templated is a game-changing innovation in programmatic design! So many use cases here, this a better option than Canva because they make their API private to enterprise customers only. Can't to see what the future has in store for this amazing company."

December 16, 2024

Antonio Romero

"Great Customer service. A cool guy name Pedro start the conversation with me, as first I though It was an bot so I chat with him in my first language and took a moment for me to realise he is a real person (LOL), shout to them for taking their client even small issue!"

December 16, 2024

Kiennguyrn

"This is a clever idea, especially in concert with programmatic (AI-generated) SEO."

17 January 2024

Ryan Hoover

Creator of ProductHunt

"The editor is easy to use, very similar to Canva and the API is simple enough to integrate on the backend."

20 February 2024

Halem Wenderson

Developer at Telvetto

"Very useful service and great support team."

28 October 2024

John Allison

Developer

"I have so many ideas running through my head right now of use cases I can do with your API using Bubble.io."

17 January 2024

Jesus Vazquez

Founder of Hustling Labs

"The possibilities with Templated are endless. The templates are super easy to set up and incredibly versatile. I plan to use this for various solutions in my own apps as well as my clients' apps in the future."

15 April 2024

Mike Mathisen

No-code developer

"Love the tool and love the support from Pedro. The best of templated is how easy it is to create new templates!"

21 October 2024

Borja Pallasá

No-code & AI YouTuber

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Templated's API differ from RenderForm's?

Both APIs follow a similar pattern: POST a request with template ID and data, receive the rendered image URL in the response. Templated uses standard Bearer token authentication and structured layer objects, while RenderForm uses a custom X-API-KEY header and dot-notation for component properties. The biggest difference is that Templated also supports PDF and video output from the same API.

Does Templated support PDF and video generation?

Yes! Unlike RenderForm which only generates images, Templated supports multi-page PDF generation with high DPI output and full video generation with MP4 export. You can use the same templates and API for all output formats.

Can I migrate my RenderForm templates to Templated?

There's no automatic import from RenderForm, but recreating templates in Templated is straightforward. Use our AI Template Generator to speed up the process by describing what you need in plain text, or upload a screenshot as reference.

Does Templated have URL-based image generation like RenderForm?

Templated focuses on API-based rendering which provides more control, better security for your API key, and support for complex layer modifications. For no-code workflows, we offer Zapier, Make, n8n, and inbound webhook integrations.

Does Templated have a free tier without watermarks?

Yes! Templated gives you 50 free renders with full quality output and no watermarks. RenderForm's free tier adds watermarks to all generated images, making it harder to evaluate the actual output quality before committing to a paid plan.

Will my Zapier or Make integrations still work?

Yes! Templated integrates with both Zapier and Make. We also support n8n, Activepieces, and Airtable, giving you even more no-code automation options than RenderForm.

Does Templated have a WordPress plugin like RenderForm?

Templated doesn't have a dedicated WordPress plugin, but you can easily integrate via our REST API, Zapier, Make, or inbound webhooks. These options provide more flexibility than a single-platform plugin.

What about RenderForm's credit rollover feature?

Templated offers straightforward monthly render allowances with generous limits. Our pricing is designed so you get more value per dollar without needing to worry about rolling over unused credits from month to month.

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Looking for a RenderForm Alternative?

Why Consider Switching from RenderForm?

Templated vs RenderForm: Feature Comparison

Pricing Comparison: Templated vs RenderForm

Also worth noting:

What You Get Extra with Templated

PDF & Video Generation

AI Template Generator

White-Label Embedded Editor

Canva Import

No Watermarks on Free Tier

MCP for AI Assistants

Better Value at Scale

API Comparison: RenderForm vs Templated

RenderForm API Call

Templated API Call

Key Differences:

Frequently Asked Questions

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