Pricing: what a custom cartoon costs
A custom cartoon from De Cartoonist costs from €150 per cartoon, in every style. An animated cartoon video and a custom comic book both start from €250. Send your photos and wishes via WhatsApp or info@decartoonist.com: you hear the exact price before any work starts, and you always see a proof first.
What a cartoon costs: prices from €150
Every cartoon starts from €150, whatever the style: anime, 3D avatar, caricature, comic book, pet portrait, profile picture or pencil drawing. That starting price covers a cartoon of one person or animal, with a proof within 3 days of payment, one revision round and a high-resolution file without a watermark.
The final price depends on what you ask for, such as the number of people or animals and the background. You hear the exact price before Hans starts, so there are no surprises afterwards. The table below lists every style with its starting price.
- Cartoon, all styles: from €150 per cartoon.
- Animated cartoon video: from €250, up to 9 seconds; longer is possible at a higher price.
- Custom comic book: from €250.
Prices per cartoon style
| Style | Price from |
|---|---|
| Anime filter | from €150 |
| 3D cartoon avatar | from €150 |
| Caricature | from €150 |
| Comic book effect | from €150 |
| Pet to cartoon | from €150 |
| Pet memorial cartoon | from €150 |
| Custom comic book | from €250 |
| Animated cartoon video | from €250 |
| Cartoon profile picture | from €150 |
| Photo to drawing | from €150 |
| No watermark | from €150 |
All prices include VAT where applicable. A video cartoon lasts up to 9 seconds; a longer video is possible at a higher price. You always receive a proof first.
Animated cartoon video: from €250 for up to 9 seconds
An animated cartoon video is a cartoon of your photo that moves: a wave, a wink, a short scene. The starting price of €250 covers a video of up to 9 seconds, which is enough for a birthday greeting, an invitation, a social media post or the opening of a presentation.
A longer video is possible at a higher price, because every extra second has to be animated. You receive it as a video file, for example MP4. Read more about the animated cartoon video made from your photo.
Custom comic book: from €250
A custom comic book tells a story in several drawings or pages about your pet, your family or someone dear to you, for a birthday, an anniversary, a retirement or as a memory of a pet that has passed away. It starts from €250; the final price depends mainly on the number of pages and characters.
This is different from a single portrait with a one-portrait comic book photo effect, which is a cartoon from €150. See how a personalised comic book of your pet or family is put together.
What raises the price of your cartoon
The starting prices cover the simplest version of each product. These choices add time, and therefore cost:
- Number of subjects: every extra person or animal needs its own likeness.
- Background or scene: a plain colour versus a detailed place or a custom scene.
- Extras: text, speech bubbles, variations or several panels.
- Video length: an animated cartoon video longer than 9 seconds.
- Number of pages: a longer custom comic book with more scenes.
- Use: personal use is included; commercial use is agreed separately.
What is always included
- A proof before anything is final.
- One revision round; further changes by arrangement at an extra charge.
- A high-resolution final file without a watermark.
- Digital delivery via email or WhatsApp.
- A licence for personal use, as described in the licence and payment terms.
Once the price is confirmed you receive a Tikkie on WhatsApp and pay in advance with iDEAL; the work starts after payment and you see the result within 3 days. Not sure which style to pick? Read who Hans Esser is or ask directly.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a custom cartoon cost?
A custom cartoon costs from €150 per cartoon, in every style on the site. The final price depends on the number of people or animals, the background and any extras, and you hear the exact price before any work starts.
Why do cartoon prices start “from €150” instead of one fixed amount?
Because no two cartoons take the same time. €150 is the starting price for a single cartoon; a detailed family scene with pets and a custom background takes longer and costs more. You always know the exact price before you commit.
What determines the final price of a cartoon?
The final price of a cartoon is set by the number of people or animals, the background or scene, extras such as text, speech bubbles or several panels, and whether the cartoon is for personal or commercial use.
What is the starting price of an animated cartoon video?
An animated cartoon video starts from €250 for a video of up to 9 seconds, made from your photo. The exact price depends on the number of people or animals, the scene and the length.
Can an animated cartoon video be longer than 9 seconds, and what does that cost?
Yes, a longer animated cartoon video is possible at a higher price, because every extra second has to be animated. Mention the length you have in mind and you hear the price before work starts.
What is the starting price of a custom comic book?
A custom comic book of your pet, family or loved one starts from €250. The final price depends mainly on the number of pages, the number of characters and how detailed the scenes are.
How do I find out the exact price of my cartoon?
Send your photos via WhatsApp or info@decartoonist.com and describe the style, the number of people or animals, the background and what the cartoon is for. You then hear the exact price for that cartoon before any work starts.
Does asking about the price of a cartoon commit me to ordering?
No, asking about the price does not commit you. An agreement is only formed once you accept the price and pay the Tikkie, as described in the terms and conditions.
When do I pay for my cartoon?
You pay in advance. Once the price is confirmed you receive a Tikkie on WhatsApp and pay with iDEAL. Work starts after payment, and your cartoon or proof follows within 3 days.
Is VAT included in the cartoon price?
Yes, the prices include VAT where applicable. The amount on your Tikkie is the price confirmed to you beforehand, so there are no extra costs afterwards.
Is there a free trial or a free cartoon?
No, there is no free trial, because every cartoon is made to order by a person. What you do get is a proof before the cartoon is final and one revision round, both included in the price.
Does a group or family cartoon cost more than a single portrait?
Usually yes. The starting price of €150 covers one person or animal, and each extra person or pet needs its own likeness. You hear the price beforehand, so you can decide how many to add.
What is included in the price of a cartoon?
Every price includes a proof within 3 days of payment, one revision round, a high-resolution final file without a watermark, digital delivery via email or WhatsApp, and a licence for personal use.
What if I want more changes after the revision round?
One revision round on the details of the agreed design is included in the price. Further changes after that, a completely different style, extra people or a new concept are possible by arrangement, at an extra charge agreed in advance.
Does the price include commercial use of the cartoon?
No, the price includes a licence for personal use. For logos, advertising, packaging or merchandise for sale, a separate licence is agreed in advance, so mention business use before you order.
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