Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 1,317 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
Explainer Video Creation Tools & Services
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Measured across ChatGPT & Google AI
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  PowtoonFrequently cited for its easy, presentation-style animated video creation. | Frequently cited for its easy, presentation-style animated video creation. | 29% |
| 2 | AnimakerThe top AI recommendation for beginner-friendly, template-driven explainer video creation. | The top AI recommendation for beginner-friendly, template-driven explainer video creation. | 27% |
| 3 |  AdobeA versatile choice, cited for Firefly's AI storyboarding and other professional software. | A versatile choice, cited for Firefly's AI storyboarding and other professional software. | 27% |
| 4 |  CanvaIncreasingly recommended as a simple, free tool for basic animated explainers. | Increasingly recommended as a simple, free tool for basic animated explainers. | 27% |
| 5 |  VyondConsistently recommended for business and training videos with pre-made characters and scenes. | Consistently recommended for business and training videos with pre-made characters and scenes. | 23% |
| 6 |  BoordsA consistent leader for storyboarding with collaborative workflow tools and AI assistance. | A consistent leader for storyboarding with collaborative workflow tools and AI assistance. | 16% |
| 7 |  Gisteo | 16% | |
| 8 |  Pencil2D | 15% | |
| 9 |  KatalistA leading AI-powered tool for one-click script-to-storyboard conversion. | A leading AI-powered tool for one-click script-to-storyboard conversion. | 14% |
| 10 |  FiverrA top suggestion for affordable videos, connecting users with freelance creators. | A top suggestion for affordable videos, connecting users with freelance creators. | 13% |
| 11 |  Krita | 12% | |
| 12 |  Demo DuckA versatile production studio frequently cited for both 2D and 3D explainers. | A versatile production studio frequently cited for both 2D and 3D explainers. | 12% |
| 13 |  Yum Yum VideosA well-regarded studio, often recommended for polished, storytelling-focused animated videos. | A well-regarded studio, often recommended for polished, storytelling-focused animated videos. | 12% |
| 14 |  VideoScribe | 11% | |
| 15 |  Upwork | 10% | |
| 16 |  OpenToonz | 10% | |
| 17 |  Vidico | 9% | |
| 18 |  Biteable | 9% | |
| 19 |  Storyboarder | 9% | |
| 20 |  LTX Studio | 8% | |
| 21 |  Epipheo | 8% | |
| 22 |  Miro | 8% | |
| 23 |  Top Explainers | 8% | |
| 24 |  The Sparkhouse | 8% | |
| 25 |  Lostmarble | 7% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
gisteo.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 29% of analyzed answers.
“General creative suite recommendation” → “Specifically cited for Firefly's AI-powered storyboard and visual generation features”
Rose from rank #9 to #5 between Oct 2025 and Mar 2026.
Gained ground from rank #12 to #8 between Oct 2025 and Mar 2026.
Cited for storyboarding in late 2025, but gets mentioned less frequently than specialized AI tools since.
Animaker is now AI's top recommendation for explainer video software, highlighting a market shift toward easy-to-use DIY platforms. This trend contrasts with specialized production studios, which are still consistently recommended for high-end 3D animation projects.
Across 1,317 AI responses, Powtoon is mentioned most, named in 29% of them, followed by Animaker (27%) and Adobe (27%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 1,317 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
CanvaFiverrPowtoonWe need a simple, affordable explainer video for our new app. Where can we find a service for that?
AI responses consistently segment this into two paths: DIY platforms and affordable services. Since late 2025, DIY tools like
AnimakerVyondPowtoonAnswers to this prompt show a clear consensus around template-driven platforms.
What's the best 2D animation software for a beginner animator to create explainer videos?
Answers to this prompt show a clear consensus around template-driven platforms.
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