Choosing the right Santa video service for your family? Compare Santa's Whisper to Portable North Pole and other popular options to find the best fit.
| Feature | Santa's Whisper★ Recommended | Portable North Pole | Elfi Santa | Traditional Santa Videos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personalization | Write your own complete script (500 characters) | Dropdown menus with pre-recorded phrases | Template-based with fill-in-blanks | Generic pre-recorded messages |
| Delivery Time | 30 minutes | Instant (pre-recorded) | 24-48 hours | Varies |
| Pricing | $14.99 one-time | $12.99-$39.99 | $19.99-$49.99 | $5-$30 |
| Subscription Required? | No | Upgrade tiers required for features | No | Often annual |
| Name Support | Any name - perfect pronunciation | Limited database of pre-recorded names | Database of names | Name spoken from recording library |
| Languages | 140+ languages | 10+ languages | 5+ languages | Usually English only |
| Video Quality | HD 1080p | HD | HD | Varies |
| Custom Details | Unlimited - achievements, interests, friends, pets | Limited - pick from preset options | Moderate - basic personalization fields | None - same video for everyone |
| Refund Policy | Full refund if not satisfied | Varies by package | Limited | Rarely offered |
"Ho ho ho, Sophia! Santa has been watching you all year, and I'm so proud of how you helped your little brother Max learn to ride his bike last summer. Mrs. Claus and I loved seeing you share your Halloween candy with your neighbor Lily - that's the true Christmas spirit! And Whiskers the cat told me you've been giving him extra cuddles. Keep being amazing, and I'll see you Christmas Eve!"
↑ You write this exact script
"Ho ho ho, Sophia! Santa has been watching you all year. I heard you've been a good helper at home and that you love reading. Keep up the great work, and I'll see you on Christmas Eve!"
↑ Selected from dropdown: "good helper" + "loves reading"
It depends on what you want. If you want complete control over Santa's message and the ability to mention specific details like friend names, pet names, and achievements, Santa's Whisper is better. If you want instant delivery and don't mind choosing from pre-set options, PNP works fine. Many parents who've tried both say our videos feel more "real" because Santa mentions things only he would know.
Portable North Pole uses pre-recorded video clips that are stitched together based on your dropdown selections - that's why it's instant. Santa's Whisper actually generates a unique video where Santa speaks your exact script. This takes about 30 minutes but means Santa can say literally anything you write - specific names, achievements, inside jokes, anything.
Yes! With 30-minute delivery, Santa's Whisper is perfect for last-minute orders. Many parents order on Christmas Eve morning and have the video ready to show that evening. This makes us ideal for procrastinators, busy parents, or anyone who wants to add one more magical surprise.
This is where Santa's Whisper really shines. We can pronounce any name you write - whether it's Khaleesi, Xiomara, Saoirse, or a unique family spelling. Template services like PNP rely on a database of pre-recorded names, so unusual names might not be available or may be mispronounced.
Join thousands of parents who chose truly personalized Santa videos. Write your own script, get HD video in 30 minutes.
Create Your Custom Santa Video$14.99 • HD Video • 30-Minute Delivery • No Subscription