Turn Your iPhone Into a Professional Motion Capture Studio
Professional-quality animations from the device in your pocket. No expensive equipment, no complex setup—just record and export.
Everything You Need in Your Pocket
Capture professional motion data without expensive equipment or complex setups
Use Any iPhone
Works with any iPhone model running iOS 14+. For the smoothest capture workflow, use our companion app.
Learn more about smartphone setupMulti-Camera Support
Use up to 12 cameras for maximum accuracy. Best results typically achieved with 6 cameras—more may be needed for complex movements. Our companion app synchronizes all devices automatically.
Multi-camera guide →Live Camera Preview
Easily frame each camera with our live video feed preview so your performer stays centered before recording.
One-Tap FBX Export
Export directly to FBX format ready for Unity, Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, and more.
Full Body Tracking
Capture hands, fingers, feet, and full body movement with precision. Perfect for detailed animations.
Hand tracking guide →AI-Powered Processing
Our advanced AI processes your footage and extracts precise motion data. Preview your animation in our web-based 3D viewer once processing completes.
From Recording to Animation in Minutes
Record
Film your performance with 1-12 cameras using our companion app or native camera
Upload
Drag and drop your videos to our platform. Automatic synchronization handles the rest
Export FBX
Download your animation file ready for Unity, Unreal Engine, Blender, or Maya
Watch It In Action
3 cameras, 2-minute setup — see how our AI captures complex human motion without suits, markers, or sensors
Independent Creator Review
Charlie Driscoll tests mimem.ai for MetaHuman performance capture in Unreal Engine 5 — on a budget
How We Compare
No markers, no calibration, no compromises
| Feature | mimem.aiRecommended | QuickMagic AI | Rokoko Suit |
|---|---|---|---|
Starting Price | Free | Freemium | $2,500+ |
Hardware Required | Any phone | Any camera | Suit + sensors |
Setup Time | 2 minutes | 2 minutes | 15-30 minutes |
Multi-Camera Support | Up to 12 | ||
No Suit or Markers | |||
Full Body Tracking | |||
Hand & Finger Tracking | Add-on ($) | ||
FBX Export | |||
Foot Stability | Firmly planted | Some jitter | Poor (auto-lock issues) |
Trusted by Creators Worldwide
“Extremely impressed by Mimum, including the ease of use, price, and performance.”
“It's astounding how good the animations are, I barely have to clean up the animations, I'd say they look as if they are from optical mocap.”
“I've tried multiple services like yours but yours is the best. And amazing customer service!”
“My ideal is a large room with 3+ GoPros always set up as the mocap room. Actors can come in wearing whatever they are wearing, with no need for a suit.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Any iPhone with iOS 14+ works great. Newer models with better cameras (iPhone 12 and later) will produce higher quality results, but even older models can capture good motion data. The key is having a clear view of the subject and good lighting.
You can start with just one camera! More cameras improve accuracy:
- 1 camera: Good for simple movements, walking cycles, and basic animations
- 2-3 cameras: Great for most use cases
- 6 cameras: Optimal quality for most professional work
- 6+ cameras: Recommended for complex movements with lots of occlusion (e.g., martial arts, dance)
Free and Essential plans support up to 3 cameras. Pro plan supports up to 12 cameras. See our pricing page for details and our multi-camera guide for setup instructions.
QuickMagic is a strong single-camera option, but mimem.ai supports up to 12 cameras for better accuracy on complex moves and occlusion-heavy shots. Reviewers also call out stronger foot stability and less cleanup with mimem.ai. Our daily token model (500/day on Essential) is built for consistent iteration, while QuickMagic uses a monthly token budget.
While not strictly required, a tripod or phone mount is highly recommended for best results. Stable cameras produce more accurate tracking. For multi-camera setups, tripods are essential to maintain consistent camera positions. You can use inexpensive phone tripods or even DIY mounts.
The companion app is optional but recommended for multi-camera setups. It synchronizes multiple iPhones automatically. For single-camera captures, you can use your iPhone's native camera app and upload the video directly to our platform.
Good lighting is important for accurate tracking. Natural daylight works great, or use bright indoor lighting. Avoid harsh shadows and backlighting. The subject should be clearly visible with good contrast against the background. See our lighting guide for detailed tips.
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