How we make this list: we compare pricing pages, product documentation and public user reviews. Ratings come from G2, Capterra or Trustpilot, with the date we checked them.
Key takeaways
- This article covers explainer video companies you hire, not software: each company below is a studio that scripts, animates, and delivers videos for clients.
- Wyzowl is the most budget-friendly studio, with fixed-price videos from about £2,000, or $2,700, in guides, plus custom projects from $3,500.
- Yum Yum Videos suits startups and mid-size companies that want polished 2D animation, with guides placing projects between $8,000 and $20,000.
- Demo Duck and Epipheo suit larger budgets, with custom animation from $15,000 to $25,000 in guides, while Thinkmojo targets enterprise budgets near $20,000.
- Price alone tells you nothing about output quality without seeing the portfolio, so judge studios on verified client work, not self-reported awards.
Quick comparison
| Tool | Best for | Starting price | Free plan |
|---|
 Wyzowl | Budget-friendly fixed price | $2,700 | Not applicable |
 Yum Yum Videos | Startups, 2D animation | $8,000 per video | Not applicable |
 Demo Duck | Storytelling-first SaaS | $15,000 per video | Not applicable |
 Epipheo | Enterprise storytelling | $10,000 per video | Not applicable |
 Explainify | Complex B2B products | $5,000 per video | Not applicable |
 Vidico | SaaS and tech startups | $5,000 per video | Not applicable |
 Digital Brew | SaaS and startups | $8,000 per video | Not applicable |
 Thinkmojo | Enterprise tech | $20,000 per video | Not applicable |
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The best explainer video company
Starting price$2,700
Free planNot applicable
Wyzowl is the most budget-friendly studio in this list, with fixed-price videos from about £2,000, or $2,700, in guides, and custom projects from $3,500 in other guides. Its structured production process suits companies that want a predictable price and date without enterprise sales cycles.
The stylized UI focus may suit fewer brands than full-service studios, and custom work costs more than the entry figure. For budget-friendly projects with a fixed price, Wyzowl is the best starting point.
What we like- Fixed price and fixed date in guides
- Structured production process
- Established specialist with a 5.0 Clutch rating in guides
Watch out for- Stylized UI focus may suit fewer brands
- Custom projects cost more, from $3,500 in guides
- Turnaround varies by project
Starting price$8,000 per video
Free planNot applicable
Yum Yum Videos, based in Miami, specializes in custom 2D animation with a fun, colorful visual style, and it is a popular choice for startups and mid-size companies that want polished results without enterprise-level budgets. Guides place projects between $8,000 and $20,000 in one source and $8,000 to $30,000 in another, with a 4.9 Clutch rating across 15 reviews.
Turnaround runs 5 to 8 weeks in guides, and the character-led style suits some brands better than others. For startups that want polished 2D animation, Yum Yum Videos is a strong pick.
What we like- Custom 2D animation with a fun, colorful visual style
- Popular with startups and mid-size companies
- 4.9 Clutch rating in guides
Watch out for- Guide prices conflict, from $5,000 to $30,000 depending on source and scope
- Turnaround of 5 to 8 weeks in guides
- Character-led style suits some brands better than others
Starting price$15,000 per video
Free planNot applicable
Demo Duck is a Chicago-based studio known for its storytelling-first approach, working closely with SaaS and tech brands to produce animated and live-action explainer videos. Guides place custom 2D animation at $20,000 to $25,000, with live action reaching $35,000 to $50,000-plus, though other guides list entry figures near $7,000 to $15,000, so confirm the quote for your scope.
Turnaround runs 6 to 8 weeks in guides, and premium pricing applies to custom work. For SaaS brands that want story-led videos, Demo Duck is the best storytelling pick.
What we like- Storytelling-first approach for SaaS and tech brands
- Chicago-based studio with animated and live-action work
- 5.0 Clutch rating in guides
Watch out for- Guide prices conflict widely, from $7,000 to $50,000 depending on animation versus live action
- Turnaround of 6 to 8 weeks
- Premium pricing for custom work
Starting price$10,000 per video
Free planNot applicable
Epipheo, founded in Cincinnati in 2009, suits enterprise storytelling and complex messages, with a track record spanning Google, Amazon, and Deloitte in guides and a 4.9 Clutch rating across 28 reviews. Its strategic storytelling approach fits large narrative and multi-video projects where message clarity matters more than speed.
Guide prices range widely, from $5,000 to $150,000-plus depending on scope, with standard explainers near $15,000 to $25,000 in one source, so the starting price here is the $10,000-plus minimum in guides. Turnaround runs 6 to 10 weeks. For enterprise storytelling, Epipheo is the most established pick.
What we like- Longest track record in guides, founded 2009 in Cincinnati
- Enterprise scale with clients such as Google and Amazon in guides
- 4.9 Clutch rating across 28 reviews
Watch out for- Guide prices range widely, from $5,000 to $150,000-plus depending on scope
- Enterprise focus means smaller projects get less attention
- Turnaround of 6 to 10 weeks
Starting price$5,000 per video
Free planNot applicable
Explainify suits complex B2B products that need strategy before animation, with a $5,000-plus minimum in guides and a 4.9 Clutch rating across 18 reviews. Its Fayetteville studio focuses on technical and regulated B2B verticals, where the script must survive legal and expert review.
Turnaround runs 6 to 10 weeks in guides, and strategy depth adds time compared with faster studios. For complex products that need a strategy-led video, Explainify is the best pick.
What we like- Strategy-forward studio for complex B2B products
- $5,000-plus minimum in guides
- 4.9 Clutch rating across 18 reviews
- Technical and regulated verticals
Watch out for- Turnaround of 6 to 10 weeks in guides
- Strategy depth adds time
- Pricing rises with complexity
Starting price$5,000 per video
Free planNot applicable
Vidico suits high-growth tech and startups, offering animation and live action for SaaS with a $5,000-plus minimum in guides and a 4.9 Clutch rating across 58 reviews, the deepest review base here. Its retainer option suits funded startups that need steady video output rather than a single project.
Pricing rises to $20,000-plus for larger projects in guides, with subscriptions from $5,000 per month, and turnaround runs 5 to 7 weeks. For SaaS startups that want ongoing video, Vidico is the best pick.
What we like- Animation and live action for SaaS
- $5,000-plus minimum in guides
- 4.9 Clutch rating across 58 reviews
- Retainer option for ongoing video
Watch out for- Pricing rises to $20,000-plus for larger projects in guides
- Subscriptions from $5,000 per month
- Turnaround of 5 to 7 weeks
Starting price$8,000 per video
Free planNot applicable
Digital Brew, based in Orlando, suits SaaS, tech, and startup clients who want conversion-focused marketing videos, with a 4.9 Clutch rating across 17 reviews. Its broader marketing-agency scope helps clients who want video inside a larger campaign rather than a standalone asset.
Guide prices conflict, near $8,000 in one source and $10,000-plus in another, and turnaround runs 6 to 8 weeks. For conversion-focused SaaS video, Digital Brew is a strong pick.
What we like- Conversion-focused marketing videos for SaaS and tech
- Orlando studio with a 4.9 Clutch rating across 17 reviews
- Broader marketing-agency scope
Watch out for- Guide prices conflict, near $8,000 in one source and $10,000-plus in another
- Turnaround of 6 to 8 weeks
- Agency scope may suit fewer pure-video buyers
Starting price$20,000 per video
Free planNot applicable
Thinkmojo suits enterprise tech clients who want premium product motion systems, with a portfolio including Salesforce, Zendesk, and Discord in guides. Its Campbell studio focuses on enterprise product UI, 2D, 3D, and live action for companies that need video systems, not just single videos.
Pricing sits near $20,000 in guides with quotes required, and turnaround runs 8 to 12 weeks, the longest here. For enterprise product video at premium quality, Thinkmojo is the best pick.
What we like- Enterprise product motion systems for SaaS and technology
- Premium client portfolio including Salesforce and Zendesk in guides
- Deep product UI work
Watch out for- Enterprise pricing near $20,000 in guides with quotes required
- Turnaround of 8 to 12 weeks
- No Clutch reviews in one guide, so verify portfolio directly
How we chose
We started from what explainer video companies must do well: write a clear script, animate it in a style that fits the brand, and deliver on time. We compared studio pages and current 2026 guides, and we favored studios with verified client work for technology companies, published starting prices, and real review counts. We left out studios with no verifiable portfolio, studios whose pricing could not be traced, and single-freelancer listings that cannot handle full production. Prices here come from 2026 guides and studio pages, and they conflict across sources for several studios, so confirm the quote for your scope before budgeting. This article covers companies you hire, stated plainly: each company below is a studio that makes videos for clients, not software, and the "starting price" field means the per-video project price, not a software subscription.
How to pick an explainer video company
Start with your product complexity and your budget, not the showreel alone. A simple consumer app and a regulated B2B platform need different studios, and the cheapest studio rarely suits the most complex message.
Judge portfolio over claims
Ask to see verified client work for companies like yours, not self-reported awards or credentials. B2B specialization matters: studios built for consumer brands rarely produce video that lands with technical B2B buyers, since the script, pacing, and visual language differ. Watch three recent videos for similar products before shortlisting anyone.
Ask about process before price
Studios with a structured script-first workflow deliver fewer revision rounds and more on-brief results. Ask to see the production brief before you sign, confirm how many revision rounds are included, and check who owns the script approval. Process predicts quality better than any price tier.
Budget for the full cycle
Standard delivery runs 4 to 8 weeks for most studios, with rush projects adding a 20 to 60 percent premium in guides. Add closed captions, localization, music licensing, and usage rights to the quote: broadcast or paid-ad usage can trigger separate talent or music residuals of 10 to 20 percent in guides. A $5,000 video with extras can cost far more than a $10,000 video that includes them.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best explainer video company overall?
Wyzowl for budget-friendly fixed prices, Yum Yum Videos for startup 2D animation, Demo Duck for storytelling-led SaaS video, and Epipheo for enterprise storytelling. The best studio depends on your product complexity and budget.
How much does an explainer video cost in 2026?
Guides place the range from about $2,700 at Wyzowl to $25,000-plus at Demo Duck and Epipheo, with most studios between $5,000 and $15,000 per video. Price tells you nothing about output quality without seeing the portfolio.
How long does an explainer video take?
Standard delivery runs 4 to 8 weeks for most studios, with Thinkmojo at 8 to 12 weeks and Explainify at 6 to 10 weeks in guides. Rush projects under 3 weeks often add a 20 to 60 percent premium.
Should I hire a studio or use an AI video tool?
Studios suit brands that need a custom script, distinctive style, and expert review, while AI tools suit fast, low-budget drafts. For a homepage video that represents your company, a studio portfolio usually justifies the cost over a generic AI output.
What should I ask before hiring an explainer video company?
Ask to see verified client work for similar products, the production brief, revision rounds included, turnaround, and the full quote including captions, localization, music licensing, and usage rights. Confirm who owns the final files and whether revisions after delivery cost extra.
Sources we checked (8)
- https://www.wyzowl.com
- https://www.yumyumvideos.com
- https://demoduck.com
- https://epipheo.com
- https://explainify.com
- https://vidico.com
- https://www.digitalbrew.com
- https://thinkmojo.com
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