Best AI Image-to-Video Models: 23 Generators Compared
Turn any image into a video with AI. Compare 23 image-to-video models by quality, duration, pricing, and animation fidelity.
AI image-to-video lets you animate any still image, whether photos, illustrations, or AI-generated art, into a moving video clip. All 23 models in this comparison accept an input image and a text prompt describing the desired motion. The results vary significantly in how faithfully they preserve the original image while adding natural movement.
Budget options like H3 Max Turbo, LTX 2.3, Veo 3.1 Lite, and PixVerse V6 handle rapid animations with audio at accessible prices. LTX 2.5 adds quality-optimized 1080p output and end-frame control. Mid-range and premium models, including WAN v2.7, FLUX.3 Video, Seedance 2.5, MiniMax H3, Sora 2 Pro, Grok Imagine Video 1.5, Kling, and Veo 3.1, extend duration, resolution, or image control.
Upload your image to Melies, write a motion prompt, and generate with any model. Compare outputs side by side to find which image-to-video AI produces the best animation for your specific content.
Updated September 2026
Quick Recommendation
Start with MiniMax H3 Max Turbo (40 credits) for the best value. When quality matters more than cost, step up to Veo 3.1 (400 credits). All 23 models are available on Melies — try each with the same prompt and compare.
Video Model Specs: Side-by-Side Comparison
| Model | Released | Cost ↑ | Speed | Duration | Img input | Audio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 MiniMax H3 Max Turbo | Sep 2026 | 40 | Fastest | 15 seconds | ||
 LTX 2.3 | Mar 2026 | 50 | Fast | 10 seconds | ||
 Kling v3 Standard | Feb 2026 | 60 | Medium | 15 seconds | ||
 Veo 3.1 Lite | Jul 2026 | 60 | Medium | 8 seconds | ||
 PixVerse V6 | Jun 2026 | 60 | Medium | 10 seconds | ||
| MiniMax H3 Max | Aug 2026 | 80 | Fast | 15 seconds | ||
| Kling O3 Standard | Feb 2026 | 80 | Medium | 15 seconds | ||
 Seedance 2.0 | Apr 2026 | 90 | Medium | 15 seconds | ||
 WAN v2.7 | Jul 2026 | 100 | Medium | 15 seconds | ||
| Kling O3 Pro | Feb 2026 | 100 | Medium | 15 seconds | ||
| Kling v3 Pro | Feb 2026 | 100 | Medium | 15 seconds | ||
 Vidu Q3 | May 2026 | 100 | Medium | 10 seconds | ||
 Grok Imagine Video 1.5 | Aug 2026 | 130 | Medium | 15 seconds | ||
| LTX 2.5 | Aug 2026 | 144 | Medium | 10 seconds | ||
 Luma Ray 3.2 | Jun 2026 | 150 | Medium | 10 seconds | ||
 FLUX.3 Video | Aug 2026 | 170 | Slower | 20 seconds | ||
| Seedance 2.5 | Jul 2026 | 200 | Medium | 30 seconds | ||
| MiniMax H3 | Aug 2026 | 200 | Slower | 15 seconds | ||
 Sora 2 Pro | Sep 2025 | 200 | Slower | 12 seconds | ||
| WAN 3.0 Prime | Aug 2026 | 280 | Medium | 30 seconds | ||
| Kling O3 4K | Aug 2026 | 300 | Slower | 15 seconds | ||
| Kling V3 4K | Aug 2026 | 300 | Slower | 15 seconds | ||
| Veo 3.1 | Oct 2025 | 400 | Slower | 8 seconds |
Each Model at a Glance
Seedance 2.5
ByteDance200ByteDance's joint audio-video model for clips up to 30 seconds, with image references and first-last-frame control.
MiniMax H3
MiniMax200MiniMax's frontier Hailuo-03 model with 2K output and first-last-frame image control.
WAN 3.0 Prime
Alibaba280Alibaba's premium WAN 3.0 tier with native audio, 1080p output, long clips, and first-last-frame control.
Seedance 2.0
ByteDance90ByteDance's most advanced video model with native audio, cinematic quality, reference images, and up to 15s clips.
Grok Imagine Video 1.5
xAI130xAI's upgraded video model with native audio, image animation, and output up to 1080p.
FLUX.3 Video
Black Forest Labs170Black Forest Labs' frontier video model with native audio, image animation, first-last-frame control, and clips up to 20 seconds.
Kling O3 Pro
Kuaishou100Kling's premium O3 model with the highest visual fidelity, reference images, and video-to-video editing.
Kling O3 4K
Kuaishou300Kling O3 with native 4K output, synchronized audio, image animation, and reference-driven consistency.
Kling V3 4K
Kuaishou300Kling V3 with native 4K output, cinematic texture, multi-shot prompting, and synchronized audio.
Veo 3.1
Google400Google's most advanced video model with native audio, 4K resolution, and reference image support.
Sora 2 Pro
OpenAI200OpenAI's flagship video model with native synchronized audio and cinematic quality.
Luma Ray 3.2
Luma150Luma's cinematic video model with text, image, and video-to-video workflows at up to 1080p resolution.
LTX 2.5
Lightricks144Lightricks' quality-optimized audio-video model with native sound, 1080p output, and first-last-frame control.
MiniMax H3 Max
MiniMax80Fal's tuned H3 variant for stronger prompt adherence, polished aesthetics, and faster low-cost iteration.
MiniMax H3 Max Turbo
MiniMax40Fal's throughput-optimized H3 Max variant for rapid, low-cost cinematic iteration with synchronized audio.
WAN v2.7
Alibaba100Alibaba's latest video model with 1080p output, reference-to-video, and up to 15-second clips.
Kling v3 Pro
Kuaishou100Premium Kling model with multi-shot sequences, voice IDs, and up to 15s duration.
Kling O3 Standard
Kuaishou80Kling's latest O3 image-to-video model with character elements, multi-shot sequences, and voice support.
Veo 3.1 Lite
Google60A cost-efficient Veo 3.1 tier with native audio, image-to-video, and first-last-frame control.
PixVerse V6
PixVerse60PixVerse's cinematic video model with native audio, up to 1080p resolution, and 8 aspect ratio options including ultrawide 21:9.
Vidu Q3
Shengshu100Shengshu's latest video model with native audio, reference-to-video for character consistency, and up to 1080p resolution.
LTX 2.3
Lightricks50Lightricks' latest model with 4K output, native audio, and a sharper VAE.
Kling v3 Standard
Kuaishou60Kling's image-to-video model with custom character elements and end-frame control.
Which AI Video Model Should You Pick?
Best value for everyday use
At 40 credits, MiniMax H3 Max Turbo gives you the most generations per plan. Fast shot iteration, low-cost native audio, image animation, and controlled first-last-frame transitions.
Maximum quality, no budget concerns
Veo 3.1 at 400 credits delivers the highest quality. Highest quality video with sound, cinematic 4K output.
Video with sound effects or dialogue
MiniMax H3 Max Turbo generates native audio alongside video — no post-production sound editing needed.
Animating a still image
Upload a photo or AI image and bring it to life. MiniMax H3 Max Turbo at 40 credits is the most affordable option with image input.
Longer clips for storytelling
Supports up to 30-second clips — enough for complete scenes and narratives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Try All 23 Models on Melies
Seedance 2.5, MiniMax H3 Max, MiniMax H3 Max Turbo and more — all in one workspace. Switch models with one click, compare results side by side. Credits are included with paid plans.