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TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars vs Reface

TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 4.7★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 65
Winner Reface
Reface 4.8★ · Free + IAP 70

Reface offers more features and generally higher quality results, but both apps struggle with customer service and subscription management.

Full reviews: TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars · Reface

Reface generally provides more realistic and seamless AI interactions with a wider variety of content, though recent updates have caused issues with content flagging and functionality. TokkingHeads is praised for its ability to animate uploaded videos and bring photos to life, but also faces complaints about bugs and subscription problems.

Head to head

Features and Content edge: RefaceR2R39R55R58
TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars TokkingHeads is appreciated for its unique ability to animate uploaded pre-recorded videos, though limited to 20 seconds, and for bringing still photos to life R2R39. Users enjoy seeing loved ones animated R55R58. However, some wish it could animate multiple people in a photo or had more song options .
Reface Reface is praised for its wide variety of clips and scenarios, allowing users to see themselves in different eras and try out new looks like hairstyles . Users enjoy the fun and creative possibilities, including making collages and videos for special occasions . However, recent updates have severely limited its functionality, with many users reporting that the app flags normal content as 'inappropriate' and prevents custom photo/video uploads R76R80.
Animation Quality and Realism edge: RefaceR23R50R55R58
TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars Many users find TokkingHeads' animation realistic and amazing, especially for bringing loved ones back to life R23R50R55R58. However, some recent reviews indicate a decline in quality, with lips and teeth not moving well and results looking blurry or terrifying in the free version R1R11.
Reface Reface is lauded for its seamless AI interaction and realistic results, with users often stating that the outcomes look like them and are of top-notch quality . It's noted for taking the guesswork out of perfect shots and transforming faces remarkably .
Ease of Use and Reliability tieR20R27R38R2
TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars TokkingHeads is generally described as easy to use and fun R20R27R38. However, users report issues with videos over 20 seconds not processing, photos being too small, and the email feature for high-quality videos not working R2R9. Recent updates have also made the interface messy and broken some core functions R1.
Reface Reface is often described as easy and quick to use . However, a significant number of recent reviews highlight severe reliability issues, with the app stopping working, not rendering photos, or the face swap button failing to respond R75. Users also report being locked out of accounts or unable to log in .
Price and Value edge: TokkingHeads AI Magic AvatarsR2R7R20R43
TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars TokkingHeads is considered pricey by some, with a weekly subscription costing $3.99 R2R7. While some users enjoy the free version and find it sufficient R20R43, others find the paid version too expensive for the quality or lack of features R7R11. There are requests for a lifetime subscription option .
Reface Reface is widely criticized for its pricing model, with many users reporting unexpected weekly charges of $19.99 after an initial payment or trial, and difficulty canceling subscriptions R61R74R88R92. Some users were charged multiple times for lifetime memberships ($49.99) but couldn't access them . Despite the high cost, some long-term users find it worth it for the fun and results .
Customer Support tieR1R9R61R64
TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars Reviews for TokkingHeads indicate issues with customer service, specifically regarding duplicate charges for subscriptions and the email feature for high-quality videos not working, with no resolution mentioned R1R9.
Reface Reface's customer service receives mixed reviews. Some users report quick responses and resolution of issues . However, many others describe customer service as shady, horrible, or having limited power to help, especially with refund requests for fraudulent charges or inaccessible lifetime memberships R61R64.
Pick TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars if

Pick TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars if you prioritize animating still photos or short pre-recorded videos (up to 20 seconds) and want a generally simpler, more straightforward experience, especially if you are wary of aggressive subscription practices R2R39R55.

Pick Reface if

Pick Reface if you are looking for a wider range of face-swapping content, including various scenarios and hairstyle trials, and value realistic AI results, provided you are diligent about managing subscriptions and prepared for potential recent bugs with content flagging and uploads .

Evidence note: Both apps have a mix of positive and negative reviews, with recent negative reviews for both heavily skewed towards technical issues and subscription problems. Reface's issues with content flagging and app functionality appear to be more widespread and recent, impacting its overall user experience despite its higher lifetime rating. TokkingHeads' negative reviews are fewer but also highlight significant bugs and subscription issues.

Frequently asked

What are the common subscription issues for these apps?
For Reface, many users report being charged unexpected weekly fees of $19.99 after an initial trial or payment, difficulty canceling subscriptions through standard app store methods, and being charged multiple times for lifetime memberships without gaining access R61R74R88R92. TokkingHeads users have reported duplicate charges for subscriptions and issues with the email feature for high-quality videos not working R1R9.
Can I upload my own videos or photos to animate?
TokkingHeads allows you to upload pre-recorded videos for animation, though they are limited to 20 seconds R2. Reface previously allowed users to upload their own photos and videos for custom face swaps, but many recent reviews indicate this feature is broken or severely hampered by an 'inappropriate content' filter that flags normal images R75R76R80.
Is there a free version for either app?
Both TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars and Reface offer a free version with in-app purchases (Free + IAP), but the free versions may have limitations like watermarks or reduced functionality R11R22R20R43.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · US Loads of Fun! 😁: I like this app because it appeared to be the only AI animation app that allows you to upload a pre-recorded video for your photo to be animated to. It’s just what I was looking for. I got the $3.99 weekly subscription. I’m having loads of fun with it! Some things to note: It seems that you can only upload pre-recorded videos up to 20 sec. Anything over would not process. Make sur
  2. [R39] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · US Fun: Neat to bring pictures to life
  3. [R55] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · GB Amazing: Iv only just tried this. It’s amazing bringing loved ones alive. 😀.
  4. [R58] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · GB Incredible!!!: Bringing my Nan back to life with this app is the best thing that’s happened to me in ages!! Thank you ☺️
  5. [R23] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · US Amazing: I can’t believe how realistic the animation looks. Truly amazing!!
  6. [R50] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · US It’s beautiful being able to see there smiles again: It’s amazing
  7. [R20] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · US Amazing: It’s really easy and it’s free! It makes me laugh when I see the finished results! 😍
  8. [R27] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · US So cool!!: I’m enjoying this. So easy to use.
  9. [R38] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · US TokkingHeads: This is a ton of fun!! Easy to use too!
  10. [R7] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 2/5 · US Pricey cheap animator: This one is not even close to the photo animators but the price is the same WAY TO EXPENSIVE.
  11. [R43] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · US OMG: LEGIT ONE OF THE BEST APPS EVER YOU DO NOT EVEN NEED TO PAY
  12. [R1] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 1/5 · US Recently broken: This app has been broken (or purposely written to work like garbage) for the last month or two. The lips and teeth don’t move nearly as well as they used to. I’ll need to unsubscribe unless it’s fixed. The old interface was much better too. The new interface is messy. Also, the email feature which is used to send high quality/non-watermarked videos never works. Lastly, I’m charged
  13. [R9] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 1/5 · US I don’t understand: Paid for the subscription service and even tried the website multiple times for my high res edit only to be waiting on nothing for so long I don’t get it. I’m done sending my email
  14. [R61] Reface 1/5 · US Stealing my money customer service shady!: This app is fraudulent, and impossible to get help from customer service. I paid $6.99, I was unable to log on. Then weekly $19.99 deductions from my credit card. I have tried everything to contact a real person for help. No luck! Please do not fall for the false advertising!
  15. [R64] Reface 1/5 · US Good graphics but…: Horrible customer service and the review from the customer before me, was spot on. Don’t get it, you’ll regret it.
  16. [R74] Reface 1/5 · US It’s really $19.99 PER WEEk: I paid $7.99 up front and I don’t remember where in the fine print that they would be charging me $19.99 PER WEEK. Read the fine print people!!! 2 weeks of having the app I’ve already been charged $48. Outrageous for what it does. I cancelled the subscription after it kept billing me weekly. Hoping they dont sneak in one last charge for not canceling X amt of hours/
  17. [R88] Reface 1/5 · US Can’t cancel. Don’t buy!: I purchased this app just to try it out. Now I am getting a recurring fee of $19.99 EVERY MONTH!!!! I can’t cancel through the subscriptions on my Apple account. APPLE, THIS IS A FRAUDULENT AND MISLEADING APP. IT SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM THE APP STIRE.
  18. [R92] Reface 1/5 · US Be careful !!!: If you just want to do the trial period make sure you check daily for the cancel button to pop up or your account will get charged really fast! You can’t cancel the subscription until it does. They don’t wait and charge you the next month, it’s on a weekly basis. And if you don’t ask for it back within 48 hours then no refund! Also the app doesn’t work like it shows you on the adv
  19. [R75] Reface 4/5 · US App not working when Upload Own Photos or Videos to use FaceSwap. FaceSwap blue button doesn’t work: Please fix bug issue.
  20. [R76] Reface 1/5 · US App Deteriorated: This app was consistently 5 stars with me for years. Recently, every video I swap is treated as NSFW. Even women wearing decent shorts are NSFW? Really? Pisses me off. And they want us to contact them everytime we disagree just for them to unflag? Waste of so much time. One star now! If I could give negative, star I’d do it in a heartbeat. This and Revive, the other app they own
  21. [R80] Reface 2/5 · US Everything is flagged ‘inappropriate’: I’ve been using this app for years to make funny photos for friends or social media, the options they have are limited but I did enjoy being able to bring in photos/videos for custom face swaps and the quality was great compared to others but since a recent update 98% of the photos I try to upload are flagged as restricted content. Very basic photos that are
  22. [R11] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 1/5 · US Did not like: I do not have the pro version, but I would never consider it from the way the free version looks. Every time I tried it, it looked horrible, such as the mouth in the wrong position or it looked like there was a green screen with the teeth. Freaking terrifying. Don’t use… there’s probably lots of way better apps out there than this weird thing
  23. [R22] TokkingHeads AI Magic Avatars 5/5 · US Pretty good app: Really good app you have to pay to remove watermark but still good app I really recommend it is funny to

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store