--- description: Review of Adobe After Effects Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice New Zealand. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Adobe After Effects | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice NZ --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Animation Software](/directory/4424/animation/software) > [Adobe After Effects](/software/352885/adobe-after-effects) # Adobe After Effects Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/352885/adobe-after-effects Page: 1 / 19\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/352885/adobe-after-effects?page=2) > Adobe After Effects is a motion graphics platform that helps businesses design animated videos and streamline visual effects (VFX) processes. It enables graphic designers to store digital content in a centralized repository, share files with internal and external stakeholders and remove objects from photos as well as videos. The application lets professionals configure keyframes, add audio files in videos and handle keying and compositing operations. Features of Adobe After Effects include digital asset management, a content library, data import/export, video rendering and more. Pricing is available on a monthly subscription and support is extended via email, videos, documentation and other online measures. > > Verdict: Rated **4.7/5** by 446 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 446 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 3.9/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Adobe - **Founded**: 1982 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$31.49 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - 3D Modeling - 3D Video Editing - Animations & Transitions - Collaboration Tools - Content Library - Content Management - Digital Asset Management - Drag & Drop - Media Import - Media Library - Motion Tracking - Preview Functionality - Rendering - Text Editing - Text Overlay - Video Content - Video Editing ## Integrations (5 total) - Adobe Creative Cloud - Adobe Illustrator - Adobe Photoshop - Adobe Premiere Pro - Media Encoder ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Animation Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4424/animation/software) ## Related Categories - [Animation Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4424/animation/software) - [Video Editing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4729/video-editing/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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[Vyond](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/323624/vyond) — 4.7/5 (264 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Overview about AE" — 4.0/5 > **Jatin** | *4 February 2026* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Now they are adding there AI automation in the after Effects are very Affective and very easy to learn > > **Cons**: It's now lagging more than ever since i was using it's take so much time to load the system and animations > > For now on I'm gonna say it's very helpful for me and the use of AI it's excellent it's taking on the next level ----- ### "This is amazing… with patience." — 5.0/5 > **Leah** | *25 September 2024* | Automotive | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: I LOVE the possibilities. Pretty much anything you imagine can be brought to live in living color. > > **Cons**: Ease of use. I understand that this is a technical program with a serious learning curve but I do feel like some features could be a little easier to execute. ----- ### "Very robust editing software but difficult to learn" — 5.0/5 > **Andre** | *27 November 2023* | Food & Beverages | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Can accomplish editing and effects in this program that can not be done elsewhere. > > **Cons**: Very steep learning curve and the program will freeze at times losing all of your work. ----- ### "Adobe After Effects: A Powerful Tool for Motion Graphics and Visual Effects" — 5.0/5 > **Md Fateh Ali** | *19 May 2023* | Design | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: It's a powerful software with a wide range variety of features like powerful motion graphics and visual effects software, a Wide range of features and tools, and integration with other Adobe software. > > **Cons**: It also has some cons that you should consider if your computer isn't high config. It's a Complex software, Steep learning curve, Can be resource intensive. > > Overall, Adobe After Effects is a powerful and versatile motion graphics and visual effects software that is a brilliant choice for anyone who wants to create professional-quality content. It is a complex piece of software, but it offers a wide range of features and tools to help you get the job done.If you are looking for powerful motion graphics and visual effects software, then Adobe After Effects is a great option. It is a complex piece of software, but it offers a wide range of features and tools to help you get the job done. ----- ### "Best Compositing, Video Editing and Effects Software so far. Except..." — 5.0/5 > **Roldan** | *16 November 2022* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: - Major major pros for after effects is I guess it is one of a kind compositing software in the world that can act as effects composer and video editor as well. - Just think of it, it can do it - from MoGraph, to fairy dust effects, to 3D and 2D Animations.- It allegiance with Cimema 4D is one of my most coveted feature here. You won't be banging your head on the wall for simple to complex 3D effects, right there you have it.- Media support support and compatibility specially with Illustrator and Photoshop - seamless\! > > **Cons**: - Customer support. This software needs to be an American Company again. Customer support are just terrible. They lack product knowledge, lack empathy and they lack the right customer communication.- Steep learning curve. Which is understandable. Beautifully composed effects comes with a price to pay - learning-wise. So pay it\!- Expensive. I don't agree with there subscription basis. They should bring back perpetual ownership of the software. > > Superb\! I Have lots of profitable and memorable projects done with Adobe After Effects. If there is one software you need who can do Effects and Video Editing, After Effects is one whole package to root from. Highly recommended software for enthusiasts and aspirants. ----- Page: 1 / 19\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/352885/adobe-after-effects?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/352885/adobe-after-effects) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data