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Category: Mockups / Design ToolsVerified for 2025
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Recraft
FREEBest AI Innovation
Why we like it
The 2025 'Placeit Killer'; generates brand new, unique mockups from text (e.g., 'Minimalist perfume bottle on moss'); allows you to 'warp' your logo onto any surface realistically using AI; free tier is generous.
Keep in mind
Requires learning how to prompt AI; not a traditional 'template' library.
Mockey.ai
FREEBest Truly Free Alternative
Why we like it
A completely free, browser-based mockup generator with 5,000+ templates; no watermarks; unlimited downloads; covers apparel, devices, and packaging.
Keep in mind
Library is smaller than Placeit's; interface is simpler but less polished.
Canva (Smartmockups)
FREEBest for Ease of Use
Why we like it
Smartmockups was acquired and shut down by Canva; now lives inside the Canva editor as the 'Mockups' app; excellent integration if you are already designing in Canva; free tier covers basic devices/shirts.
Keep in mind
Many of the best 'Smartmockups' templates are now locked behind Canva Pro ($15/mo).
Unblast
FREEBest for Designers (PSD)
Why we like it
Curated collection of high-quality, free PSD mockups; usually hosted on Behance/Dribbble; perfect if you know how to use Photoshop (Smart Objects); professional aesthetic.
Keep in mind
Requires Photoshop; manual download and editing (no 'upload and done' browser tool).
Mockup World
FREEBest Aggregator
Why we like it
Search engine for free mockups from around the web; filters by category (iPhone, Packaging, Billboard); links directly to high-quality freebies.
Keep in mind
Redirects to third-party sites; quality varies.
Freepik Mockup Generator
FREEBest Hybrid Tool
Why we like it
Freepik now has its own browser-based generator (similar to Placeit); access to millions of free PSDs if you prefer manual editing; cheap Premium plan (~$10/mo).
Keep in mind
Free tier requires attribution.
Artboard Studio
FREEBest for 'Scene' Creation
Why we like it
Allows you to build complex scenes (e.g., a desk with a laptop, coffee, and plant) completely in the browser; high fidelity; great for branding presentations.
Keep in mind
Steeper learning curve; free plan puts watermarks on high-res exports.
Mockup.photos
FREEBest Placeit Clone
Why we like it
Simple, focused tool that works exactly like Placeit (upload image -> get mockup); 100% free high-res downloads.
Keep in mind
Library hasn't been updated as frequently in 2025; smaller selection.
Shots.so
FREEBest for Software/SaaS
Why we like it
The industry standard for showing off app screenshots; beautiful gradients, device frames, and angled shots; completely free and instant.
Keep in mind
Limited to digital devices (no t-shirts or print).
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