How much does a video cost? Calculate it in 10 seconds
A video can cost anything from a few dollars to thousands depending on who makes it and how. Pick the type of video, its length and how many you need per month: the calculator shows market ranges for an agency and a freelancer, and the real cost with ManyMotion.
- Agency$2,000 – $7,500per video
- Freelancer$500 – $2,000per video
- ManyMotion (AI)≈ $2.10per video
Up to 99% cheaper than a freelancer · 30 credits per video, voice-over and music included · Your first video: $3
Indicative market ranges (October 2026), excluding filming, actors and licensing. They vary by country, style and number of revisions.
Create this video with ManyMotionVideo prices in 2026 at a glance
| Video type (1 minute) | Agency | Freelancer | ManyMotion (AI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motion design / explainer | $3,000–10,000 | $800–3,000 | ≈ $4 |
| Video ad (realistic scenes) | $4,000–15,000 | $1,000–4,000 | ≈ $4 |
| UGC video (per 30 s video) | $500–1,500 | $150–500 (UGC creator) | ≈ $4.50 |
| Editing a filmed video | $300–900 | $80–300 | ≈ $1.50 |
| Corporate film with a shoot | $5,000–15,000 | $1,500–5,000 | Shoot not included |
Indicative ranges checked in October 2026, excluding filming, actors and music licensing. ManyMotion is calculated on real credits: 1 credit per second of created video, 1 credit per 2 seconds of edited video, 20 credits per shot with a talking person, based on a 100-credit pack at $7.
What drives the cost of a video
- Length: most providers charge per finished minute.
- Style: custom illustration, character animation and 3D cost more than animated text.
- Filming: crew, gear, location and actors can double the budget.
- Revisions: extra rounds of changes are often billed.
- Voice-over and music: a professional voice actor and licensed music are added to the quote (included with ManyMotion).
Go further
Detailed pricing with sample quotes is in our guide to motion design video cost. To compare with hiring someone, read hire a video editor or use AI.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a 1-minute video cost?
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As a guide, $3,000–10,000 with an agency, $800–3,000 with a freelancer for motion design, and about $4 with ManyMotion (60 credits).
How much does a video ad cost?
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A 30-second ad often costs $2,000–7,500 with an agency and $500–2,000 with a freelancer. With ManyMotion, about $1.50 in credits, voice-over and music included.
How much does a UGC video cost?
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A UGC creator often charges $150–500 per video, an agency $500–1,500. With ManyMotion, a 30-second AI UGC video with 3 talking shots is about 90 credits.
Are these prices reliable?
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They are indicative market ranges that vary by country, style and provider. Always get several quotes for an important project.