Smartmockups is a long-standing browser mockup generator with a large template library and a Canva integration. MochiMockup is the modern 3D-native alternative with a free tier, pay-per-export pricing, and a Figma plugin.
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Smartmockups is a web application that lets designers drop screenshots into thousands of pre-made mockup templates — devices, apparel, print, and packaging. It was acquired by Canva in 2021 and is available standalone and inside Canva.
| Feature | MochiMockup | Smartmockups |
|---|---|---|
| Rendering | Real 3D, live preview | Pre-rendered templates |
| Free tier | Yes — 2K exports | Limited free templates |
| Starting Pro price | €9 / mo | ~$14 / mo |
| Pay-per-export | €2 per Pro export | Not available |
| Figma plugin | Yes | No (Canva only) |
| Device focus | Deep — phones, laptops, tablets, watches | Broad — devices + apparel + print |
| 4K export | Yes (Pro) | Yes |
| Commercial use | Included at every tier | Included on paid tier |
We keep comparisons honest so this page stays useful. If you need any of the above, Smartmockups may still be the better fit.
Bottom line
Choose MochiMockup if you want a free, browser-based 3D mockup tool with a Figma plugin and pay-per-export pricing. Choose Smartmockups if you need one of its specific strengths listed above. Both tools produce photorealistic renders — the difference is workflow, platform, and pricing.
FAQ
Yes. MochiMockup offers a free 2K tier with no signup, whereas Smartmockups limits free users to a small subset of templates. For designers who mostly need device mockups, MochiMockup is the more generous free alternative.
Yes. The MochiMockup Figma plugin is the direct equivalent — ship a frame into a 3D device mockup without leaving Figma. Smartmockups is integrated with Canva but does not ship a native Figma plugin.
For App Store screenshots, MochiMockup's real 3D rendering produces crisper reflections and more accurate device geometry than Smartmockups' pre-rendered composites. Smartmockups still wins if you need the same asset rendered on a t-shirt or mug.
MochiMockup offers €2 per Pro export with no subscription. Smartmockups is subscription-only, so if you need fewer than ~5 premium exports per month, MochiMockup is significantly cheaper.