Between $5 and $1,800+, depending on who does the work. DIY apps run $5–129; a human remote editor runs $120–1,200; an AI-animated memorial film with optional voice recreation runs $899–1,399; and an on-site videographer who films the service itself runs $950–1,800+. The right choice depends on what you want the video to do in the room.
| Option | 2026 price | What you're paying for | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIY apps & group-video platforms | $5–129 | Software; you do the collecting and editing | Your own time |
| Template slideshow services | $69–299 | Basic photo slideshow with music | 24hr–6 days |
| Human remote editors | $120–500 | A person edits your photos; limited photo counts | 24–48hr typical |
| Premium remote studios | $500–1,200 | Longer, more crafted films; restoration sometimes included | Varies |
| AI-animated memorial film (Voice Legacy) | $899–1,399 | Professional edit plus photos gently brought to life, optional recreated voice | Typically 72hr |
| On-site videographers | $950–1,800+ | Filming the service day itself — a different product | After the service |
Two honest notes on this table. First, many funeral home packages already include a basic tribute slideshow — ask before paying anyone. Second, the $5 apps and the $899 film are not competing products: one is software you operate during the hardest week of your year; the other is a done-for-you film with things no slideshow includes.
The families we serve tell us the film is the moment the room breathes together. A service moves fast; the video is often the one part where everyone stops and simply remembers. Whether that's worth $50 or $899 depends on what you have — if your phone holds good photos and even one clear voicemail, more is possible than most families realize.
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