At 3DCentral in Laval, Quebec, a custom figurine from a photo starts from $39 CAD (one person or pet, 4 cm, up to 4 colours), and a couple or two-subject piece starts from $68 CAD. The price rises with size, the number of colours, and how many people or pets are in the piece; the exact price for your piece is on our custom design page. Because we print in-house, there are no cross-border customs surprises within Canada.
That said, “how much does a custom figurine cost” doesn’t have one fixed answer, because the price is built from a handful of choices you control. This guide breaks down those choices, gives the live starting prices, explains turnaround, and shows how to get an exact number for your specific photo.
What a Custom Figurine From a Photo Actually Costs
These are the starting prices on our live custom design page, in Canadian dollars, with up to 4 colours. Up to 8 colours costs a little extra and 9 to 16 colours a bigger extra, and each extra person or pet adds 75% of the one-figure price.
| Size (one person or pet) | Height | From (CAD, up to 4 colours) |
|---|---|---|
| Mini | 4 cm | $39 |
| Small | 6 cm | $71 |
| Display | 8 cm | $103 |
| Centrepiece | 10 cm | $135 |
| Hero | 12–15 cm | $191 |
| Couple or two-subject piece | 4 cm | $68 |
Pieces above 15 cm, larger groups and business orders are quoted by our team. The custom design page shows the exact price for your size, colours and number of people or pets before you send your request.
What Drives the Price of a Photo Figurine
Five factors do most of the work in determining your final number. Understanding how pricing is put together helps you decide where to spend and where to save.
Size and height
This is the single biggest lever. A figurine uses material by volume, so going from a desk-sized 10 cm piece to an 18 cm centrepiece roughly multiplies the material and print time. If budget matters, choosing a slightly smaller height is the fastest way to lower the cost without losing the likeness.
Number of subjects
One person is the baseline. Add a partner, a child, or a pet, and you are effectively commissioning several sculpts on one base: each extra person or pet adds 75% of the one-figure price. A couple or family piece naturally sits higher.
Level of detail
Our process pairs an AI sculpt generated from your photo with a review and clean-up of the 3D model by our team. Cleaner poses and simpler outfits are quicker to prepare; intricate hair, props, costumes, or fine accessories take more modelling work. Nothing is painted, and very fine details are simplified so they print cleanly.
Material and colour
Custom figurines are printed in PLA on our FDM printers, in solid filament colours: up to 4 colours is the best price, up to 8 colours costs a little extra, and 9 to 16 colours (for compatible projects, confirmed with your quote) costs a bigger extra. Nothing is painted, and premium resin is planned for 2027 and is not currently available.
Quantity
Ordering several copies of the same figurine, for groomsmen, a team, or family gifts, generally lowers the per-unit cost compared with ordering them one at a time. Because larger runs are priced by how much you order, this volume-based approach to quoting is the same logic that applies across our custom printing in general. If you know you will want duplicates, mention it so the quote can reflect it.
How Long Does a Custom Figurine Take?
Turnaround depends on size, complexity, and current production volume, so we do not promise a fixed number of days in advance. Your concept and price come by email, and the timing is confirmed with your quote. After you order, our shipping page lists the standard processing time (2 to 5 business days from order confirmation) and delivery within Canada (usually 3 to 7 business days after dispatch).
The big advantage of ordering from a Quebec print farm is what happens after production. Many photo-figurine competitors are based in the US or overseas, which means your finished piece crosses a border and can get caught in a customs and duty lottery on the way in. Because we print, finish, and ship domestically, orders within Canada have no domestic customs and a shorter shipping leg. If your figurine is tied to a date, an anniversary, a wedding, a birthday, tell us at order time so we can plan around it.
The most repeatable saving on a custom figurine isn’t a coupon, it’s geography: ordering from a Canadian farm removes the cross-border ship time and the customs guesswork entirely.
Shipping Costs in Canada and Beyond
Shipping is separate from the figurine price, and it is straightforward. Orders over $149 CAD ship free within Canada. Below that threshold, Canadian shipping is calculated at checkout based on weight and destination. US and international orders are also calculated at checkout. There are no domestic customs charges for shipments staying inside Canada.
If you are already near the free-shipping threshold, adding a second figurine or pairing your order with a piece from the collectibles shop can be a sensible way to cross it.
How to Get Your Exact Price
Because every photo and every likeness is different, the only way to get a precise number is a real quote. The process is built to be quick:
- Go to the custom figurine generator at /custom-design/.
- Upload a clear, well-lit photo of the subject. A front-facing shot with good lighting produces the best likeness.
- Choose your size, colour, and quantity.
- Review the CAD quote generated from your actual model, then check out securely.
From there our team handles the AI sculpt and our operators check the model before printing and shipping from Laval. If you have a special request, a specific pose, a date deadline, or a question about whether a photo will work, reach out to us before ordering and we will advise honestly.
FAQ
How much does a custom figurine from a photo cost in Canada?
A custom figurine from a photo starts from $39 CAD (one person or pet, 4 cm, up to 4 colours), and a couple or two-subject piece starts from $68 CAD. The price rises with size, the number of colours and the number of people or pets; our custom design page shows the exact price for your piece. Pieces above 15 cm, larger groups and business orders are quoted by our team.
How long does it take to make a custom figurine?
Your concept and price come by email, and the timing is confirmed with your quote. After you order, standard processing is 2 to 5 business days from order confirmation, and delivery within Canada usually takes 3 to 7 business days after dispatch. If your order is date-sensitive, tell us when you send your request.
Do I have to pay customs or duty?
Not within Canada. Because we print, finish, and ship from Laval, Quebec, orders staying inside Canada have no domestic customs charges. Orders over $149 CAD also ship free within Canada; smaller Canadian orders and US or international orders have shipping calculated at checkout.
What kind of photo gives the best result?
A clear, well-lit, front-facing photo works best. Good lighting and a sharp view of the face and outfit give our AI sculpt the most to work with. If you are unsure whether a particular photo will translate well, contact us before ordering.
Can I order more than one copy?
Yes. Ordering multiple copies of the same figurine, for groomsmen, a team, or family gifts, generally lowers the per-unit cost compared with single orders. Indicate the quantity in your quote so the price reflects it.
