LTX 2.5 offers a lower-cost 1080p Pro workflow, while Seedance 2.5 extends clips to 30 seconds with broad references.
LTX 2.5 from Lightricks and Seedance 2.5 from ByteDance represent two different approaches to AI video generation. Lightricks' quality-optimized audio-video model with native sound, 1080p output, and first-last-frame control. On the other side, byteDance's joint audio-video model for clips up to 30 seconds, with image references and first-last-frame control.
At 144 credits, LTX 2.5 costs 56 credits less than Seedance 2.5 (200 credits). The question is whether the extra cost of Seedance 2.5 translates into meaningfully better results for your use case. For final-quality audio-video shots, dialogue and sound, portrait or landscape delivery, and controlled frame transitions, LTX 2.5 is hard to beat at its price point. But if you need longer cinematic shots, synchronized dialogue and sound, visual references, and controlled transitions, Seedance 2.5 may justify the premium.
Updated August 2026
LTX 2.5 (144 credits) offers better value for everyday use, especially for final-quality audio-video shots. Seedance 2.5 (200 credits) is worth the premium when you need longer cinematic shots. Both are available on Melies — try each with a test prompt to see which fits your style.
| Provider | Lightricks | ByteDance |
| Released | Aug 2026 | Jul 2026 |
| Cost | 144 | 200 |
| Speed | Medium | Medium |
| Max duration | 10 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Image input | ||
| Audio | ||
| Resolutions | 720p, 1080p | 480p, 720p |
LTX 2.5 is 28% cheaper than Seedance 2.5. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | LTX 2.5 | Seedance 2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 videos | 720 | 1,000 |
| 10 videos | 1,440 | 2,000 |
| 25 videos | 3,600 | 5,000 |
Seedance 2.5 supports up to 30 second clips, giving you more room for complete scenes.
At 144 credits per video, LTX 2.5 lets you generate more clips and pick the best ones.
Seedance 2.5 is the premium option when every frame counts — final cuts, presentations, or social media covers.
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