12 explainer video companies compared
Only figures each studio publishes itself. "Not published" means the studio asks you to request a quote.
Explainer video companies prices, timelines and how to choose
Twelve studios compared on what they publish themselves, how the production process works, and when an AI option is the better fit.
Prices checked on each studio's own site, November 2, 2026
Explainer video companies are studios that script, design and animate short videos explaining a product. Their own published prices for a 60 to 90 second explainer range from about $1,000 (Breadnbeyond) through $2,400 to $8,500 (Explainer Video Company, Yans Media) to $10,000 and up for premium studios, with most delivering in 4 to 6 weeks. Many don't publish prices at all.
| Studio | Specialty | Published price | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explainer Video Company | 2D motion graphics for SaaS, B2B and startups | $2,400–$4,000 (up to 60s); $4,500–$7,500 (up to 90s) | 2–6 weeks |
| Breadnbeyond | 2D/3D animation, motion graphics, whiteboard | From $1,000 (per minute, quoted per package) | 5–7 weeks |
| Yans Media | 2D and motion graphics for SaaS and tech | Typically $5,000–$8,500 for 60–90s | 4–6 weeks |
| Flowjam | Launch videos for AI and startup founders | $10,000 animated; $15,000 founder-led; $20,000 launch film | ~3 weeks (rush extra) |
| Epipheo | 2D, 3D, motion graphics, whiteboard, live action | Starter $5K–$25K (30–60s); Signature $25K–$75K | 4–10 weeks by tier |
| Vidico | SaaS and tech: animation, motion graphics, live action | From $5,000 for simple 2D; most $8,000–$15,000 | Not published |
| Demo Duck | Explainers, animation, live action, mixed media | No price list; its blog says $1,500–$50,000 | 8–10 weeks typical |
| Kasra Design | Explainer, SaaS video, 2D, 3D, motion graphics | Not published | 4–5 weeks (2D) |
| IdeaRocket | 2D, 3D, whiteboard, motion graphics, live action | Not published | 5–6 weeks after script approval |
| Wyzowl | Animated explainers, demo and testimonial videos | Not published ("simple fixed pricing") | Not published |
| Thinkmojo | Launch videos and explainers for tech brands | Not published | Not published |
| Sandwich | Launch and explainer films for tech companies | $250K "a good starting point" | Not published |
Sources: each studio's own website, pricing page or FAQ, checked November 2, 2026. Prices change; confirm before you sign.
How explainer video production works
Studios follow roughly the same eight steps. Here's the schedule Epipheo publishes for a 60-second explainer:
| Step | When (Epipheo, 8 weeks) |
|---|---|
| 1. Brief and discovery | Week 1 |
| 2. Script | Weeks 2–3 |
| 3. Storyboard | Weeks 3–4 |
| 4. Illustration and style frames | Alongside storyboard |
| 5. Voiceover | Before animation |
| 6. Animation | Weeks 4–7 |
| 7. Music and sound | During animation |
| 8. Revisions and delivery | Week 8 |
Source: Epipheo. Step names also match Kasra Design's process.
What drives the price
- Length. Studios price by the minute or by length tier; every extra 10 to 30 seconds costs more.
- Style. Epipheo's own ranges for 60–90 seconds: whiteboard $8K–$25K, motion graphics $10K–$35K, 2D character animation $15K–$45K, 3D $35K–$120K, live action $40K–$250K.
- Revisions. Rounds beyond those included add cost and time.
- Rush. Epipheo charges 25–50% above standard for rush jobs; Flowjam lists rush and "super fast" delivery as paid add-ons.
- Extras. Professional voice talent, custom music, cut-downs for social and localisation.
How to choose a studio
- Shortlist studios with examples in your category (SaaS, AI, hardware, consumer).
- Ask for a fixed price in writing: length, revision rounds, voiceover, music licences and file formats.
- Ask for the timeline after script approval, and what happens if you need it sooner.
- Confirm you own the final files and project assets.
- Check payment terms; Epipheo, for example, takes 50% at kickoff and 50% before delivery.
When an AI launch video makes more sense
A studio is the right call for custom illustration, characters, human voice talent and several rounds of creative direction. For a launch video, a Product Hunt video or a feature drop, where speed, frequency and a predictable price matter more, an AI tool fits better.
nod starts from your product page: it proposes style frames in your brand, writes a script you can change by prompt, and builds the video with motion graphics, designed UI scenes, voiceover and music. It costs $49 for one video, $99 a month for three, or $249 a month for ten (about $25 a video). That's a different product from a studio engagement, not a cheaper copy of one.
Questions
How much does an explainer video company charge?+
Published prices for a 60 to 90 second explainer start around $1,000 (Breadnbeyond) and commonly run $2,400 to $8,500 (Explainer Video Company, Yans Media). Premium studios start far higher: Flowjam at $10,000, Epipheo states a $15,000 minimum, and Sandwich gives $250,000 as a starting point. Many studios, including Wyzowl and Thinkmojo, don't publish prices.
How long does an explainer video take to make?+
Studios publish 2 to 10 weeks, and most say 4 to 6. Epipheo's week-by-week schedule for a 60-second explainer is 8 weeks: discovery, script, storyboard, animation, then revisions and delivery.
What does the production process look like?+
Brief and discovery, script, storyboard, illustration or style frames, voiceover, animation, music and sound, then revisions and delivery. Extra revision rounds usually add cost and time; Epipheo says each adds roughly 8 to 12% and about a week.
When does an AI option make more sense than a studio?+
When you need a launch or product video fast and often, at a predictable price: a Product Hunt launch, a feature drop, a landing page video. nod makes one from your product page for $49, or about $25 a video on the 10-video plan. A studio is the better choice for custom illustration and characters, human voice talent, brand strategy and several revision rounds.
What should I ask an explainer video company before hiring?+
Ask for a fixed price and what it includes (length, revisions, voiceover, music licences), the timeline after script approval, who owns the final files, two or three examples in your industry, and how rush fees and extra revisions are charged.
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