Comparison · Google (2020)
PennyLogo vs Emoji Kitchen
How PennyLogo compares to Google's Emoji Kitchen — original AI emojis vs. combining existing standard emojis.
Google's Emoji Kitchen is a delightful tool that combines two standard Unicode emojis into a hybrid sticker — for example, mashing the fire emoji with the heart emoji. PennyLogo solves a different problem: generating original emojis from your own photos or text prompts.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | PennyLogo | Emoji Kitchen |
|---|---|---|
| Photo input | Yes | No |
| Text prompt input | Yes | No (you pick from existing emojis) |
| Platforms | Any device with a browser | Gboard on Android, Google Search on web |
| Transparent PNG | Yes — default | Limited — outputs are designed for Gboard and Google Search context |
| Commercial use licence | Yes | Not licensed for commercial reuse |
| Style variety | 10 styles (anime, cartoon, 3D, kawaii, chibi, sticker, line art, watercolor, pixel art, retro) | One style (Google's emoji set) |
| Subscription required | No | No |
| Pricing model | Credit-based, free trial credits on signup | Free |
| Public API | Yes (read-only public API) | No public API |
| Export anywhere (Discord, Slack, WhatsApp, etc.) | Yes — sized for Discord, Slack, WhatsApp, Telegram, Twitch, iMessage, Notion | Best inside Gboard and Google Search; limited elsewhere |
Where PennyLogo wins
- ✓Generates original emojis from your own photos or text prompts — not limited to combining the ~3,000 standard Unicode emojis
- ✓Ten distinct style presets vs. one (Google's standard emoji look)
- ✓Downloads as transparent PNG you can upload anywhere
- ✓Licensed for commercial use — your generated emojis can ship in brand materials, merch, or marketing
- ✓Works in any browser on any device, not just Android Gboard
Where Emoji Kitchen wins
- •Instant and zero-friction — no account, no upload, no waiting; it's right there in Gboard or Google Search
- •Completely free with no credits or paywall
Which should you pick?
Emoji Kitchen is perfect when you want to send a quick playful hybrid emoji inside a Google product. PennyLogo is for when you want a truly custom emoji — generated from your own photo or prompt, in your choice of style, downloadable as a transparent PNG, and usable on any platform.
FAQs
Can I make my own emojis with Emoji Kitchen?
Emoji Kitchen only combines existing Unicode emojis — you can't introduce original artwork or your own photo. PennyLogo accepts your photo or a text prompt and generates a new emoji from scratch.
Are Emoji Kitchen outputs free to use commercially?
Emoji Kitchen outputs derive from Google's emoji set and are not licensed for commercial reuse. PennyLogo outputs are licensed for commercial use.
Where can I use Emoji Kitchen outputs?
Primarily inside Gboard and Google Search. PennyLogo outputs work on Discord, Slack, WhatsApp, Telegram, iMessage, Twitch, Notion, and any platform that accepts a transparent PNG.