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LottieFiles vs Principle: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of LottieFiles and Principle. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: LottieFiles starts at $19.99/mo and Principle starts at Custom pricing. Compare all 4 pricing tiers side by side.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

LottieFiles vs Principle: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureLottieFilesPrinciple
Starting Price$19.99/moCustom pricing
Number of Plans31
Free TierNoNo
Pricing Modelfreemiumflat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

LottieFiles and Principle are both priced at $19.99/mo, making them equally accessible Design Tools. Together they offer 4 pricing plans with 30 features compared, so the best choice comes down to which features match your needs.

LottieFiles uses freemium pricing while Principle uses flat pricing, which may affect your total cost at scale.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Design Tools needs.

Pricing Plans
LottieFiles
LottieFiles
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Principle
Principle
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Tier 1
Individual
$20/monthCheapest
$20 / year
Includes
  • Unlimited file uploads
  • Lottie Creator
  • Optimize Lottie file size
  • Lottie hosting & CDN
  • oEmbed animations
  • Export to multiple file formats
  • 600,000+ premium Lottie library
  • Access your account via Adobe After Effects, Figma, Webflow, Canva & more
  • LottieFiles AI
  • 300 AI credits/month
Start with Individual
See For Yourself
Custom pricing
Start with See For Yourself
Tier 2
Team
$25/monthCheapest
$25 / year
Includes
  • Unlimited team files
  • Track file version history
  • Team feedback & comments
  • Custom brand palette
  • Host AEP & Figma source files
  • Access team files via Figma
  • Unified admin & billing
  • Team roles & permissions
  • Access team library from Figma & Canva
  • LottieFiles AI
Start with Team
Tier 3
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Unlimited viewer licenses
  • Advanced permissions
  • Advanced security
  • SAML/SSO
  • Access logs
  • Analytics dashboard
  • Custom onboarding
  • Includes vendor, security & procurement registration
  • LottieFiles AI
  • 1200+ AI credits/month
Start with Enterprise

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LottieFiles

Platform for lightweight animations in Lottie format

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Principle

macOS app for animated and interactive UI design prototypes

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Our Pick

LottieFiles

LottieFiles offers 3 tiers vs 1.

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: LottieFiles

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose LottieFiles if:

  • You need 3 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • You want more features built-in—LottieFiles offers 30 additional features across its plans
  • You prioritize LottieFiles's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)

Choose Principle if:

  • You prioritize Principle's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)
  • Principle's single-tier flat structure gives clearer cost visibility for budget planning
  • You value Principle's specific feature progression from free to advanced tier levels

LottieFiles and Principle offer competitively positioned plans [1], with LottieFiles starting at $19.99/mo and Principle at Custom pricing. This pricing similarity means value differentiation comes down to feature alignment rather than cost. LottieFiles provides 3 pricing tiers versus Principle's 1 option, which affects your flexibility and cost-per-tier efficiency as your team scales and usage increases. Feature-wise, LottieFiles offers 30 total features across its tiers, while Principle provides 0. Map your required features to each tier to determine which tool delivers the capabilities you need at your target price point. With similar pricing, your final decision should prioritize feature requirements, integration ecosystem, and hands-on user experience testing. Request demos or activate trials with both vendors to validate long-term fit before committing to annual contracts.

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Frequently Asked Questions: LottieFiles vs Principle

How many pricing plans does LottieFiles have vs Principle?
LottieFiles offers 3 pricing plans, while Principle offers 1 plan. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Can I save money by paying annually for LottieFiles or Principle?
Both LottieFiles and Principle offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
Does LottieFiles or Principle offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both LottieFiles and Principle offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
What pricing models do LottieFiles and Principle use?
LottieFiles uses a freemium pricing model, while Principle uses flat pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.
How do LottieFiles and Principle compare for Design Tools?
Both LottieFiles and Principle are Design Tools. LottieFiles offers 3 plans starting at $19.99/mo, while Principle offers 1 plan starting at Custom pricing. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Design Tools needs.

Sources

  1. LottieFiles Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Principle Official PricingVendor pricing page

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