How much does a VTuber model cost?
VTuber model cost, from free to pro, for Live2D and 3D models.
No signup needed.
Where it works
How to use VTuber Model Cost Calculator
01
Pick the model type
Click Start and choose 2D Live2D or 3D VRM.
02
Pick who makes it
Do it yourself, or a commission: basic, mid or pro for Live2D, custom for 3D.
03
Read the estimate
See the price range, with a link to the source of each number.
VTuber model price ranges
These are the ranges the calculator uses, compiled in October 2026 from VIVERSE's and Animarts' 2026 pricing guides, a third-party review of Live3D's pricing, and kudos.tv's software guides. Art and rigging are priced together.
| Type | Tier | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Live2D | Do it yourself (Cubism Editor PRO licence) | $0–$100 per year |
| Live2D | Basic commission | $200–$500 |
| Live2D | Mid commission | $500–$1,500 |
| Live2D | Pro commission | $2,000–$5,000+ |
| 3D VRM | Do it yourself (VRoid Studio) | Free |
| 3D VRM | Custom commission | From $1,299 |
The same sources put most new VTubers at $200–1,500 for a serviceable rig.
If it doesn't work
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| My artist's quote is outside the range | Ranges come from published guides, not every artist. Experience, detail, number of toggles and turnaround all move the price. |
| The 3D custom range has no top | Our sources list one studio's starting price for a custom 3D model, so the estimate shows “from” that price only. |
| Extras aren't added to the total | We don't have sourced prices for them, so we list them instead of guessing. Ask for them in your quote. |
More about VTuber Model Cost Calculator
Facecam's VTuber Model Cost Calculator is a free tool that shows the price range for a Live2D or 3D VRM model, with the art and the rigging (making it move) included. Every number links to where it came from.
VTuber Model Cost Calculator: what you need and limits
| How it works | Right on this page. Nothing is uploaded. |
|---|---|
| You get | Result on the page |
| You need | Any up-to-date browser |
| Phones and tablets | Supported |
| Prices from | Published price guides and pricing pages, October 2026 |
| Currency | US dollars |
| Includes | Model art and rigging together, by price level |
| Not priced | Extra expressions, commercial licences, rush fees |
Start for free first
You don't need a commissioned model to start streaming. A PNGTuber needs only two pictures that swap when you talk, and a free VRoid Studio avatar can copy your face through your webcam. Facecam has free online tools for both, so you can find your character before paying an artist.
Where to commission or buy a model
- Commission marketplaces such as VGen and Skeb list artists and riggers with their prices and open slots.
- BOOTH and nizima (Live2D's own marketplace) sell ready-made models, often cheaper than a commission and sometimes customizable.
- Many artists take commissions directly through their X or portfolio pages; ask to see rigged examples in motion.
- Check the licence before you pay: whether you may stream and monetize with the model, and whether you can change it later.
What changes the price
- Detail of the art: full body, layered hair and clothing cost more to draw and rig.
- Movement: more angles, physics and a wider head turn take more rigging time.
- Expressions and toggles: each outfit, prop or face is extra work.
- Commercial use: some artists charge more for a licence to monetize.
- Turnaround: rush delivery usually costs extra.
Embed this tool on your site
Put this tool on your own site or blog for free. Paste this code where you want it to show.
VTuber Model Cost Calculator FAQ
How much does a Live2D model cost?
From the sources we used: $200–500 for a basic commission, $500–1,500 for mid and $2,000–5,000+ for pro, art and rigging together.
How much does a 3D VTuber model cost?
Making one yourself in VRoid Studio is free. The only custom-studio price in our sources starts at $1,299.
Is rigging priced separately from art?
Often, yes: many artists draw and a separate rigger rigs. The calculator's ranges cover both together.
Can I start VTubing without paying for a model?
Yes. Draw a PNGTuber or build a free VRoid avatar, and bring it to life with free online tools.
Where do the numbers come from?
From published 2026 price guides and pricing pages, linked in the tool's Source line. Prices vary by artist and change over time.
More tools
Related
Updated