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Cavalry
Real-time 2D animation and motion graphics software
As of 29 August 2026, Cavalry is free to use. Cavalry is 2D animation and motion graphics software with procedural rigging, real-time rendering and data-driven animation, now distributed through Canva. Softwr lists it under Video Production.
Overview
What Cavalry does
Cavalry is 2D animation and motion graphics software with procedural rigging, real-time rendering and data-driven animation, now distributed through Canva.
What people use it for
- Professional 2D animation and motion graphics
- Data-driven animation from spreadsheets
- Procedural rigging and character animation
- Web animation export with Lottie format
- Educational animation projects
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Where it falls short
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- Requires Canva account for access
- Enterprise pricing requires sales contact
- Legacy Scene Group licenses not eligible for free tier
- Updates only available through Canva version
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Pricing
What Cavalry costs
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Free
Free
- Fully featured 2D animation software
- No restrictions for individuals
Enterprise
On request
- Available through Canva Enterprise
- Available through Canva Education
- SSO access
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Questions people ask
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Is Cavalry free to use?
Yes, Cavalry is completely free to download and use with full professional features. No restrictions, payment, or registration fees required.
SourceDo I need a Canva account to use Cavalry?
Yes, users must have a Canva account to access Cavalry, which provides access to the software and other Canva products.
SourceWhat licensing options does Cavalry offer for organizations?
Enterprise and Educational accounts are available through Canva Enterprise or Canva Education with SSO authentication. Interested parties should contact the sales team for details.
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