AI Models
Choosing a Model
How to pick the right AI model for your video project
Choosing a Model
With 12 models to choose from, it helps to think about what matters most for your project.
By Priority
Best Quality
- Veo 3.1 — The highest quality output, but also the most expensive. Best for hero shots and final renders where quality is everything.
- Kling v2.6 — Excellent cinematic quality at a more moderate price point.
Best Value
- Seedance 1.5 Pro — Starting at just 2 coins/second (480p, without audio), this is the most affordable option. Great for drafts, tests, and budget-conscious projects.
- LTX-2 Fast — 5 coins/second at 1080p with support for videos up to 20 seconds. The best option for longer clips on a budget.
Fastest Generation
- Veo 3.1 Fast — High quality with faster processing than standard Veo 3.1.
- Hailuo 2.3 Fast — Quick image-to-video generation.
- LTX-2 Fast — Fast generation with long duration support.
Best for Long Videos
- LTX-2 Fast — Up to 20 seconds per scene.
- Wan 2.6 I2V / T2V — Up to 15 seconds per scene.
- Seedance 1.5 Pro — Up to 12 seconds with a flexible slider.
- Sora 2 — Up to 12 seconds.
Best with Audio
- Veo 3.1 / Veo 3.1 Fast — Native AI-generated audio.
- Kling v2.6 — Native audio at a lower cost.
- Seedance 1.5 Pro — Native audio at the lowest cost.
- Wan 2.6 I2V / T2V — Sync with your own uploaded audio file.
Best for 4K
- LTX-2 Fast — 4K at 20 coins/second.
- LTX-2 Pro — 4K at 30 coins/second with enhanced quality.
Best for Visual Effects
- PixVerse v5 — 16 built-in effects like Ghibli Live!, Vogue Walk, Muscle Surge, and more.
Image-to-Video
If you have a reference image you want to animate:
- Wan 2.6 I2V — Full image-to-video with audio file sync.
- Hailuo 2.3 Fast — Quick image-to-video with flat pricing.
Recommended Starting Points
| Use Case | Recommended Model | Why |
|---|---|---|
| First time / testing | Seedance 1.5 Pro | Cheapest, flexible duration |
| Social media content | Veo 3.1 Fast | Good quality, reasonable cost |
| Cinematic short film | Veo 3.1 or Kling v2.6 | Top-tier visual quality |
| Long-form content | LTX-2 Fast | Up to 20s, budget-friendly |
| Fun / creative effects | PixVerse v5 | 16 visual effects to choose from |
| Animating a photo | Wan 2.6 I2V | Best image-to-video option |
Mixing Models
You can use different models for different scenes within the same project. This lets you:
- Use a premium model for key shots and a budget model for less important scenes
- Take advantage of each model's unique visual style
- Optimize your credit usage across the project