eGigHow much does animated explainer video cost?
Animated Explainer Video costs ₹8,000 to ₹3,50,000 per minute of video with a freelancer (about $95–$4,100), depending on the scope and the freelancer’s experience. Most clients pay in the standard range of ₹30,000–₹90,000 per minute of video.
Animated Explainer Video prices
2D animation from templates with music and a voice-over
Custom illustrated 2D explainer, help with the script and a professional voice-over
Character or 3D animation with a storyboard and brand-level polish
Hourly rates
| Level | Rate per hour | In dollars |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner (under 2 years) | ₹400–₹900 | $5–$11 |
| Intermediate (2–5 years) | ₹900–₹1,800 | $11–$20 |
| Expert (5+ years) | ₹1,800–₹4,500 | $20–$55 |
Typical 2026 freelance prices in rupees (₹), with dollars at about ₹85 to $1. Delivery: 1–4 weeks.
What changes the price
- Template-based or custom illustrated
- Length: price is usually per minute
- Script writing and voice-over language
- Character animation and 3D cost the most
How to hire for animated explainer video
- Write a short brief. Say what you need, what you will provide and your deadline. We have filled in a template for you on the next step.
- Post the project free with a budget range. Freelancers with this skill are told about it and send proposals with their price and timeline.
- Compare proposals. Check portfolios, reviews and the ID-verified badge, and message your top two or three before you choose.
- Agree milestones on the contract and pay each one when you approve the work. eGig takes no commission from either side.
Freelancers: what should you charge?
Quote per finished minute and include the script and storyboard as the first paid milestone. Changes after the storyboard is approved can then be charged fairly.
Start near the basic range while you build reviews, then move up a tier every 5–10 good reviews. Work out a rate that covers your costs and taxes with the freelance rate calculator.
Common questions
How much does animated explainer video cost?
With a freelancer, animated explainer video costs ₹8,000–₹30,000 per minute of video for basic work, ₹30,000–₹90,000 for standard work and ₹90,000–₹3,50,000 for premium work. Hourly rates run from ₹400 to ₹4,500 an hour.
How long does animated explainer video take?
Typically 1–4 weeks, depending on the scope, the number of revisions and how quickly you send feedback and material.
Is a freelancer cheaper than an agency?
Usually. A freelancer often costs 30–60% less than an agency for the same scope, because there is no office, sales team or account manager to pay for. An agency makes sense when you need several skills managed together.
Should I pay a fixed price or by the hour?
Pay a fixed price when the scope is clear, and split it into milestones you approve one by one. Pay by the hour for ongoing or open-ended work, with a weekly cap.