# FrameThrower Review

A film-still reference library with visual search, REST API, MCP server, SDK, and lookbook tools for filmmakers and AI builders.

## Editor's Score: 85/100

FrameThrower earns high marks for capability with rich metadata, depth maps, and multiple integration options. Ease of use is strong thanks to SDKs and UI, though credit tracking adds friction. Value is fair: free tier is generous and Pro is affordable, but credit costs add complexity. Delivery is solid, features match claims and privacy/security is clear, but the lack of licensing and incomplete team features hold it back slightly.

## Pros
- Rich metadata and depth maps included with every frame at no extra cost
- Multiple integration options. REST API, MCP server, npm SDK, ComfyUI node
- Flexible pricing: free tier plus affordable Pro and team Studio plans

## Cons
- Frames are reference-only; no licensing or rights clearance provided
- Credit-based API/MCP usage adds complexity and cost tracking
- Shared moodboards in Studio are marked “coming soon,” so collaboration features may be incomplete

## Pricing

Freemium. A free tier is available.
- Free: $0/month
- Pro: $14/month or $7/month billed annually
- Studio: $115 per seat/year

Pricing reflects what we saw at the time of review (2026-09). Confirm current pricing on the official site.

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Official site: https://framethrower.ai/
Last verified by a human: 2026-09-21

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## Verdict

FrameThrower works best for filmmakers, advertising creatives, and AI developers who need richly tagged film-still references and flexible integration via API or MCP. It delivers deep metadata, depth maps, and composable prompts, but it does not license images and forbids AI ingestion of frames, which may limit reuse. If you need licensed assets or broader design features, consider Canva instead.

Best for: Cinematography reference and integration workflows
Not for: Users needing licensed image assets or broad design tools

## Overview

FrameThrower is a searchable library of film stills indexed by cinematography attributes, lighting, lens character, shot size, color, mood, and more, designed for reference and inspiration. It offers a web interface for browsing and moodboard creation, plus integrations via a REST API, MCP server, npm SDK, and a ComfyUI node that provides depth maps and prompts alongside frames.

The tool’s pricing tiers range from a free plan with daily search limits and HD download caps, to a Pro plan at $14/month (or $7/month billed annually) with unlimited access, and a Studio plan at $115 per seat per year for teams. API and MCP access is included across plans but metered via credits, new users get $2 (2,000 credits), and credits cost $1 per 1,000. Depth maps are included at no extra cost and served alongside frames.

## Who should use it

Filmmakers, cinematographers, and advertising creatives who need quick access to real film references for lighting, composition, or mood will find FrameThrower useful. AI developers and tool builders can embed its search and depth-map outputs into pipelines via API, MCP, or ComfyUI. Teams working collaboratively on lookbooks or pitches benefit from the Studio plan with shared moodboards. If you need licensed images or broader design features like templates or vector editing, Canva is a better fit.

## FAQ

Q: How much does the Pro plan cost?
A: Pro costs $14 per month or $7 per month when billed annually.

Q: What does the free tier include?
A: The free tier gives 50 searches per day, 20 HD downloads per month, 10 image searches per month, and up to 3 moodboards.

Q: How is API usage billed?
A: API and MCP usage is metered via credits: new accounts get $2 worth (2,000 credits), and $1 buys 1,000 credits; most calls cost 2 credits, image search costs 10 credits.

Q: Are depth maps included?
A: Yes, every frame response includes a precomputed depth map at no extra cost.

Q: Can I use frames in AI generation?
A: No, frames are for reference only and cannot be used as inputs to AI systems under the terms of service.