Hailuo 2.3 vs Kling v3 Standard
MiniMax's cinematic realism at 80 credits vs Kling's character elements at 60 credits. Mid-tier video showdown.
Hailuo 2.3 is no longer offered on Melies. Kling v3 Standard is available today. The specs below are kept for reference.
Hailuo 2.3 from MiniMax and Kling v3 Standard from Kuaishou represent two different approaches to AI video generation. MiniMax's most capable video model with cinematic realism, advanced camera control, and improved motion physics. On the other side, kling's image-to-video model with custom character elements and end-frame control.
At 60 credits, Kling v3 Standard costs 20 credits less than Hailuo 2.3 (80 credits). Hailuo 2.3 is no longer offered on Melies. Kling v3 Standard is, along with the other current video models listed on the pricing page.
Updated November 2026
Hailuo 2.3 is no longer offered on Melies, so Kling v3 Standard is the one you can use here. At 60 credits, it is a fit for image animation. For other options, compare the current video models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Hailuo 2.3 vs Kling v3 Standard: How They Compare
 Hailuo 2.3 |  Kling v3 Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | MiniMax | Kuaishou |
| Released | Mar 2026 | Feb 2026 |
| Cost | 80 | 60 |
| Speed | Medium | Medium |
| Max duration | 10 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Image input | ||
| Audio | ||
| Resolutions | 1080p | Standard |
Hailuo 2.3 vs Kling v3 Standard: Cost Comparison
Kling v3 Standard is 25% cheaper than Hailuo 2.3. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | Hailuo 2.3 | Kling v3 Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 5 videos | 400 | 300 |
| 10 videos | 800 | 600 |
| 25 videos | 2,000 | 1,500 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Hailuo 2.3
- + Cinematic video realism
- + Improved motion physics and camera control
- + Character micro-expression rendering
- + Anime and illustration style support
- - More expensive (80 vs 60 credits)
- - No native audio
- - Shorter max duration (10s vs 15s)
Kling v3 Standard
- + More affordable (60 vs 80 credits)
- + Image animation
- + Native audio generation
- + Longer videos (up to 15s)
- + Custom character elements (@Element references)
- - Higher price point relative to speed tier
Hailuo 2.3 vs Kling v3 Standard: Which to Pick?
Video with sound effects or dialogue
Kling v3 Standard generates native audio alongside the video — no need to add sound in post-production.
Longer clips for storytelling
Kling v3 Standard supports up to 15 second clips, giving you more room for complete scenes.
Producing multiple clips on a budget
At 60 credits per video, Kling v3 Standard lets you generate more clips and pick the best ones.
Hailuo 2.3 vs Kling v3 Standard: FAQ
Practical answers before you start creating.
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