Hailuo 02 vs LTX 2 Pro
Image animation vs text-to-video with camera controls — different tools for different jobs.
Hailuo 02 and LTX 2 Pro are no longer offered on Melies. The specs below are kept for reference. See the current video models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Hailuo 02 from MiniMax and LTX 2 Pro from Lightricks represent two different approaches to AI video generation. MiniMax's image-to-video model with consistent motion and end-frame control. On the other side, lightricks' model with camera LoRA presets, image-to-video support, and multiple output formats.
At 50 credits, LTX 2 Pro costs 20 credits less than Hailuo 02 (70 credits). Neither Hailuo 02 nor LTX 2 Pro is offered on Melies anymore. The pricing page lists the current video models and their credit costs.
Updated November 2026
Neither Hailuo 02 nor LTX 2 Pro is offered on Melies anymore. Compare the current video models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Hailuo 02 vs LTX 2 Pro: How They Compare
 Hailuo 02 |  LTX 2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | MiniMax | Lightricks |
| Released | Jun 2025 | Oct 2025 |
| Cost | 70 | 50 |
| Speed | Medium | Fast |
| Max duration | 10 seconds | ~4.8 seconds at defaults (121 frames / 25fps) |
| Image input | ||
| Audio | ||
| Resolutions | 512P, 768P | Standard |
Hailuo 02 vs LTX 2 Pro: Cost Comparison
LTX 2 Pro is 29% cheaper than Hailuo 02. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | Hailuo 02 | LTX 2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5 videos | 350 | 250 |
| 10 videos | 700 | 500 |
| 25 videos | 1,750 | 1,250 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Hailuo 02
- + Consistent image animation
- + Prompt optimizer
- + 512P and 768P resolution options
- + 1500 character prompt limit
- - More expensive (70 vs 50 credits)
- - No native audio
LTX 2 Pro
- + More affordable (50 vs 70 credits)
- + Faster generation speed
- + Camera movement effects
- + Native audio generation
- + Camera LoRA presets (dolly, jib, static)
- - Higher price point relative to speed tier
Hailuo 02 vs LTX 2 Pro: FAQ
Practical answers before you start creating.
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