{"id":3649,"date":"2024-11-29T14:07:25","date_gmt":"2024-11-29T13:07:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/?p=3649"},"modified":"2024-11-29T15:49:24","modified_gmt":"2024-11-29T14:49:24","slug":"we-tested-ai-tools-for-storyboard-creation-boords-vs-katalist-ai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/en\/we-tested-ai-tools-for-storyboard-creation-boords-vs-katalist-ai\/","title":{"rendered":"We tested AI tools for storyboard creation: Boords vs. Katalist AI"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Creating traditional storyboards can be a time-consuming process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI-powered tools offer a faster, more efficient way to visualize ideas. Two standout options in the market, <strong>Katalist AI<\/strong> and <strong>Boords<\/strong>, promise to simplify storyboard creation. These tools generate a series of visuals based on user prompts and can even conceptualize entire storylines. In this test, we analyzed their features, strengths, and weaknesses to help you make an informed choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Image quality<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boords excels with its impressive image quality. When using its Photographic mode, the visuals are so realistic they can be mistaken for actual photographs. Attention to detail is remarkable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"517\" src=\"https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1024x517.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1024x517.png 1024w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-300x151.png 300w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-768x388.png 768w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image.png 1084w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo generated with Boords.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Katalist AI also delivers good quality visuals, but distortions are more frequent compared to Boords, potentially impacting the final visual output. While Katalist has its strong points, Boords remains the leader in this category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-1024x620.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3590\" srcset=\"https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-1024x620.png 1024w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-300x182.png 300w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-768x465.png 768w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-1536x930.png 1536w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1-2048x1240.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo generated with Katalist.ai<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consistency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consistency is a crucial element in storyboard creation. While using both tools, we faced challenges in maintaining uniform scenes, elements, or outfits across consecutive visuals. Although generated images can be edited, achieving the desired consistency often requires additional effort and multiple attempts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both tools struggled with storyboards involving more than one person. They frequently altered faces or duplicated characters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this category, Katalist takes the lead. It handles single-character storyboards significantly better. By allowing users to select a specific face at the start, it ensures that the same face appears consistently throughout the generated visuals. Notably, users can also upload a custom face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"491\" src=\"https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Zrzut-ekranu-2024-11-25-o-17.22.54-1024x491.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3593\" srcset=\"https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Zrzut-ekranu-2024-11-25-o-17.22.54-1024x491.png 1024w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Zrzut-ekranu-2024-11-25-o-17.22.54-300x144.png 300w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Zrzut-ekranu-2024-11-25-o-17.22.54-768x368.png 768w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Zrzut-ekranu-2024-11-25-o-17.22.54.png 1439w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Storyboard generated with Boords.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-3-1024x541.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3594\" srcset=\"https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-3-1024x541.png 1024w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-3-300x159.png 300w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-3-768x406.png 768w, https:\/\/neonshake.pl\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-3.png 1078w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Storyboard generated with Katalist.ai<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Customization options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both Boords and Katalist AI allow users to choose styles and formats for their visuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boords offers a wider variety of styles, including Marker, Sketch, Photographic, Comic Book, and Anime. The platform supports multiple formats, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Portrait (9:16)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Landscape (16:9)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Square (1:1)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social (4:5)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>TV (4:3)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Widescreen (1.85:1)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anamorphic (2.40:1)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Katalist, while providing fewer style options, offers enough variety to meet most users&#8217; needs. Supported formats include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Portrait (9:16)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Landscape (16:9)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Square (1:1)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both platforms allow post-generation edits. Boords lets users change the image style, edit prompts, and add negative prompts. Katalist offers slightly more flexibility, including prompt edits, negative prompts, and the ability to adjust character positions. Both tools support camera angle adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Animation capability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A key difference between Katalist and Boords is animation capability. Katalist AI stands out by enabling users to animate generated visuals, making it a more versatile tool. Users can create videos using prompts based on generated images, and the animations are of satisfactory quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boords, on the other hand, does not offer animation. It focuses solely on generating static image sequences, which may be a limitation for creators looking for dynamic storytelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">File export options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boords simplifies turning storyboards into professional presentations with its <strong>PDF Builder<\/strong> feature. It also supports exporting animations as MP4 files and generates action description tables for easier pre-production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Katalist users can export storyboards in ZIP format or as PowerPoint files. It also allows video slideshow exports. However, scripts are not visible after export, which can complicate workflows\u2014a feature that Boords provides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pricing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/boords.com\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/boords.com\/pricing\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boords Plans:<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lite<\/strong>: $9\/month \u2013 Ideal for freelancers and solo creators.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Standard<\/strong>: $44\/month \u2013 Designed for small teams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Workflow<\/strong>: $89\/month \u2013 Suitable for large teams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.katalist.ai\/katalist-pricing\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.katalist.ai\/katalist-pricing\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Katalist Plans:<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Essential<\/strong>: $29\/month \u2013 For freelancers and solo creators (first three months at $19\/month).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pro<\/strong>: $31\/month \u2013 Designed for small teams (up to 2 users).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Business<\/strong>: $79\/month \u2013 For larger teams (up to 5 users).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enterprise<\/strong>: Custom pricing \u2013 Tailored for large organizations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing between Katalist AI and Boords depends on your specific needs. Both tools have their strengths and weaknesses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Boords<\/strong> stands out for its superior image quality but lacks animation features.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Katalist AI<\/strong>, while slightly less polished in terms of visuals, offers better single-character consistency and animation capabilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your choice will ultimately depend on your project&#8217;s requirements and your personal preferences. Below is a comparative table to assist in decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>F<strong>EATURE<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>KATALIST AI<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>BOORDS<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Image quality<\/td><td>Good, though distortions occur more frequently<\/td><td>High, Photographic style is close to real photos<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Consistency<\/td><td>Issues with multiple characters, better consistency with one character<\/td><td>Issues with multiple characters<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Styles and Formats<\/td><td>Medium but sufficient variety<\/td><td>Wide variety<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Customization Options for Generated Graphics<\/td><td>Style changes, prompt editing<\/td><td>Prompt and character position editing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Animation<\/td><td>YES<\/td><td>NO<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>File Export Options<\/td><td>ZIP, PowerPoint, MP4<\/td><td>PDF, MP4, table<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Price for Individual Plan<\/td><td>29 USD\/month<\/td><td>9 USD\/month<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do Katalist AI and Boords offer free trials?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Answer:<\/em> Yes, both platforms provide free trials. However, these may be limited for testing advanced features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What are the system requirements for these tools?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Answer:<\/em> Both tools are browser-based, so system requirements are minimal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do these tools offer technical support?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Answer:<\/em> Yes, both Katalist AI and Boords offer technical support through email, live chat, and knowledge bases on their websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How long does it take to generate visuals?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Answer:<\/em> The time depends on project complexity and server load, typically ranging from a few seconds to a few minutes. Both tools are designed for quick and efficient operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I collaborate with others using these tools?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Answer:<\/em> Yes, both platforms support collaboration, allowing teams to work on storyboards together seamlessly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Creating traditional storyboards can be a time-consuming process. AI-powered tools offer a faster, more efficient way to visualize ideas. Two standout options in the market, Katalist AI and Boords, promise to simplify storyboard creation. These tools generate a series of visuals based on user prompts and can even conceptualize entire storylines. 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