At Mooviemakers we’re in the business of making videos, but the chances are you’re new to this. Prices can vary quite dramatically between suppliers. Quotes can be murky. Prices seemingly made up at random. In this article we’re going to dive into what affects animation costs in the UK, and what you should be expecting to pay when you look at creating an animated video.
In this guide, we’ll break down:
- The key factors that influence animation costs
- A price breakdown for different animation styles
- A list of animation studios in the UK with pricing options
Universal Factors That Influence Animation Costs
Here’s a few headline things that can affect how much a video can cost. These are fairly universal factors that most companies will take into consideration when pricing up your animated video project:
1. Type of Animation
- Typography Animation – One of the cheaper forms of animation, using only animated text. Can still be highly effective.
- 2D Animation – More affordable, often used for explainer videos and simple storytelling.
- 3D Animation – More complex and costly, ideal for product demonstrations and high-end visuals.
2. Video Length
- Obviously, the longer the video, the more expensive it becomes. A 60-second animation will cost significantly less than a 3-minute production. Duration will be one of the key things affective the overall cost of an animation, and one of the easiest ways you can save money if budget is an issue.
3. Complexity & Style
- More detailed characters, backgrounds, and animation effects will increase production time and cost. Especially if the company is designing these from scratch.
4. Character Animation
- Adding animated characters (especially 3D) increases costs due to the complexity of movement and design. Design, rigging and natural, lifelike, emotive animation takes time and skill.
5. Sound Design
- Custom music, voiceovers, and sound effects can add to the total price of animation. Using royalty free music can be a great way of reducing this cost.
Animation Studios & Their Pricing
We’ve done a bit of digging and found some other agencies that offer animated video production. As you can see costs do vary quite considerably from company to company, and it’s not always an indication of final quality.
1. Full Rotation
Overview – Provides 2D and 3D animation services for various budgets.
Pricing – £2,500 to £30,000+ depending on project complexity.
Website: Full Rotation
2. Nibble Video
Overview – Offers high-quality bespoke animated videos.
Pricing – Starts at £3,000 for professional animation.
Website: Nibble Video
3. Stormy Studio
Overview – Specialises in business animations with transparent pricing.
Pricing:
- Basic 2D Explainer: £2,500 – £5,000
- Advanced 2D Explainer: £6,000 – £15,000
- 3D Technical Animation: £6,000 – £25,000
Website: Stormy Studio
4. Mair Perkins Ltd.
Overview – Provides animation and illustration services.
Pricing:
- Motion Graphics (90 sec): £2,000 – £5,000
- Illustrated Style (90 sec): £3,000 – £6,000
- Simple Characters (90 sec): £3,000 – £8,000
- 3D Elements (90 sec): £4,500 – £15,000
Website: Mair Perkins
5. Content Creatures
Overview – Award-winning animation studio offering bespoke services.
Pricing:
- £6,000 – £8,000: Basic animation with limited concept stage.
- £8,000 – £15,000: Advanced animation with high-quality motion.
- £15,000+: Fully bespoke, including brand development.
Website: Content Creatures
6. Posh Gecko
Overview – Specializes in high-quality 2D animation.
Pricing:
- Classic LITE: £5,495+VAT
- Classic: £7,995+VAT
- Enhanced: £11,995+VAT
Website: Posh Gecko
7. Mooviemakers
Overview – This is us! We offer fixed price packages based on the duration of your content, which we feel is the fairest and most transparent way of pricing an animated video.
Pricing:
- App demo: £1495+VAT per minute
- 2D Animated Video: £2,495+VAT per minute
- 3d Animated Video: £3,495+VAT per minute
Website: Mooviemakers
Conclusion
Animation costs in the UK vary based on video length, style, and complexity. Whether you need a simple 2D explainer or a high-end 3D production, there’s a solution to fit your budget.
Before choosing an animation studio, consider:
- Your budget and project scope
- The complexity of the animation style you need
- Whether you require voiceovers, sound design, or character animation
We’ve thrown ourselves in there as we think we’re one of the most reasonable companies out there, combining high quality visuals with a price that works for most businesses.
Let us know what you think, and if you’re looking at creating an animated video get in touch below.
