Best AI Image-to-Video Models: 20 Generators Compared
Turn any image into a video with AI. Compare 20 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 20 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 LTX 2.3, Veo 3.1 Lite, and PixVerse V6 handle simple animations with audio at accessible prices. LTX 2.5 adds synchronized 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 August 2026
Quick Recommendation
Start with LTX 2.3 (50 credits) for the best value. When quality matters more than cost, step up to Veo 3.1 (400 credits). All 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 LTX 2.3 | Mar 2026 | 50 | Fast | 10 seconds | ||
 Veo 3.1 Lite | Jul 2026 | 60 | Medium | 8 seconds | ||
 PixVerse V6 | Jun 2026 | 60 | Medium | 10 seconds | ||
 Kling v3 Standard | Feb 2026 | 60 | Medium | 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 | ||
 Vidu Q3 | May 2026 | 100 | Medium | 10 seconds | ||
| Kling v3 Pro | Feb 2026 | 100 | Medium | 15 seconds | ||
| Kling O3 Pro | Feb 2026 | 100 | Medium | 15 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 | ||
 MiniMax H3 | Aug 2026 | 200 | Slower | 15 seconds | ||
| Seedance 2.5 | Jul 2026 | 200 | Medium | 30 seconds | ||
 Sora 2 Pro | Sep 2025 | 200 | Slower | 12 seconds | ||
| Kling V3 4K | Aug 2026 | 300 | Slower | 15 seconds | ||
| Kling O3 4K | Aug 2026 | 300 | Slower | 15 seconds | ||
| Veo 3.1 | Oct 2025 | 400 | Slower | 8 seconds |
Each Model at a Glance
LTX 2.5
Lightricks144Lightricks' quality-optimized audio-video model with native sound, 1080p output, and first-last-frame control.
MiniMax H3
MiniMax200MiniMax's frontier Hailuo-03 model with 2K output and first-last-frame image 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.
Luma Ray 3.2
Luma150Luma's cinematic video model with text, image, and video-to-video workflows at up to 1080p resolution.
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.
Seedance 2.5
ByteDance200ByteDance's joint audio-video model for clips up to 30 seconds, with image references and first-last-frame control.
Sora 2 Pro
OpenAI200OpenAI's flagship video model with native synchronized audio and cinematic quality.
Kling O3 Pro
Kuaishou100Kling's premium O3 model with the highest visual fidelity, reference images, and video-to-video editing.
Kling V3 4K
Kuaishou300Kling V3 with native 4K output, cinematic texture, multi-shot prompting, and synchronized audio.
Kling O3 4K
Kuaishou300Kling O3 with native 4K output, synchronized audio, image animation, and reference-driven consistency.
Veo 3.1
Google400Google's most advanced video model with native audio, 4K resolution, and reference image support.
LTX 2.3
Lightricks50Lightricks' latest model with 4K output, native audio, and a sharper VAE.
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.
WAN v2.7
Alibaba100Alibaba's latest video model with 1080p output, reference-to-video, and up to 15-second clips.
Vidu Q3
Shengshu100Shengshu's latest video model with native audio, reference-to-video for character consistency, and up to 1080p resolution.
Kling O3 Standard
Kuaishou80Kling's latest O3 image-to-video model with character elements, multi-shot sequences, and voice support.
Kling v3 Pro
Kuaishou100Premium Kling model with multi-shot sequences, voice IDs, and up to 15s duration.
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 50 credits, LTX 2.3 gives you the most generations per plan. High-resolution video, fast generation, 4K output, open-source workflows.
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
LTX 2.3 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. LTX 2.3 at 50 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 20 Models on Melies
LTX 2.3, Veo 3.1 Lite, PixVerse V6 and more — all in one workspace. Switch models with one click, compare results side by side. Credits are included with paid plans.