i3dify vs Heyzine
Heyzine starts at $8/mo for 2D page-flip. i3dify Pro is $3/mo with real 3D physics + custom domain (Heyzine wants $13/mo for that).
TL;DR
Pick Heyzine for a smooth 2D page-flip if you prefer their editor UX. Pick i3dify for real 3D physics, a cheaper path to remove branding ($3 vs $8), and a custom domain at the entry-paid tier.
Feature comparison
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | i3dify | Heyzine |
|---|---|---|
| Real 3D page physics | Yes | No |
| Custom domain (entry paid tier) | Pro $3/mo | Pro $13/mo |
| Remove watermark starting at | Pro $3/mo | Starter $8/mo |
| Free plan projects | 3 projects | 5 flipbooks |
| Embed iframe | Yes | Yes |
| Analytics dashboard | Pro $3/mo | Pro $13/mo |
| Password protect | Yes | Pro $13/mo |
| Team seats included | 5 on Business $6/mo | 1 on Pro $13/mo |
| In-app design editor | Cover + dock only | Mature flipbook editor |
| Export flipbook as cinematic video (MP4/WebM/GIF) | Free with branding · Pro 4K | No |
Pricing
Tier-for-tier pricing
Prices listed are as published by each provider as of 2026-05. Always check the live pricing page before deciding.
| Tier | i3dify | Heyzine |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0, 3 projects, branding shown | $0, 5 flipbooks, branding shown |
| Entry paid | Pro $3/mo | Starter $8/mo |
| Custom domain | Pro $3/mo | Pro $13/mo |
| Team / multi-seat | Business $6/mo (5 seats) | Business $26/mo |
Honest take
Which is right for you?
Pick Heyzine if...
Heyzine has been refining the 2D flipbook editor since 2020 and the UX is genuinely well-built. If 2D page-flip is enough for your content and you prefer their editor flow, it's a solid choice. They also have a slightly larger free-tier flipbook count (5 vs our 3).
Pick i3dify if...
If 3D physics matter for engagement (magazines, lookbooks, restaurant menus, pitch decks) and you want a custom domain without jumping to a higher tier, i3dify lands you there at $3/mo versus Heyzine's $13/mo for custom-domain access. Same custom domain feature, 4x cheaper.
FAQ
Common questions
Is 3D really better than a 2D page flip?
For engagement metrics, yes — the 3D viewer keeps viewers turning pages longer because the interaction feels closer to a real book. For pure skimming speed, 2D can be faster. Best to test with your audience on representative content.
Can I import a Heyzine flipbook?
Re-upload the source PDF — simplest path. There is no direct Heyzine-to-i3dify import yet. Most users find re-upload takes 2-3 minutes per flipbook.
Does i3dify also have a mobile/touch viewer?
Yes. The 3D viewer is fully touch-optimized: tap to turn, pinch to zoom, swipe through pages, tap fullscreen. No app install required.
What about flipbook download as PDF?
i3dify lets viewers download the source PDF if you enable that in settings. Off by default — you control distribution.
Heyzine has a better in-app editor — does that matter?
If you design flipbooks from scratch inside the tool, yes. i3dify takes finished PDFs (designed in Canva, Figma, InDesign, etc.) and renders them as 3D viewers. If your design happens outside, the in-app editor is duplicate work.
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