Seedance v1 Pro vs WAN v2.2
Simple high-res generation vs granular frame control — which video approach do you prefer?
Seedance v1 Pro and WAN v2.2 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.
Seedance v1 Pro from ByteDance and WAN v2.2 from Alibaba represent two different approaches to AI video generation. ByteDance's video model with up to 1080p resolution and 12s duration. On the other side, alibaba's image-to-video model with granular frame and interpolation controls.
At 60 credits, WAN v2.2 costs 20 credits less than Seedance v1 Pro (80 credits). Neither Seedance v1 Pro nor WAN v2.2 is offered on Melies anymore. The pricing page lists the current video models and their credit costs.
Updated November 2026
Neither Seedance v1 Pro nor WAN v2.2 is offered on Melies anymore. Compare the current video models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Seedance v1 Pro vs WAN v2.2: How They Compare
 Seedance v1 Pro |  WAN v2.2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | ByteDance | Alibaba |
| Released | Jun 2025 | Jul 2025 |
| Cost | 80 | 60 |
| Speed | Medium | Medium |
| Max duration | 12 seconds | ~5 seconds at defaults (81 frames / 16fps) |
| Image input | ||
| Audio | ||
| Resolutions | 480p, 720p, 1080p | 480p, 580p, 720p |
Seedance v1 Pro vs WAN v2.2: Cost Comparison
WAN v2.2 is 25% cheaper than Seedance v1 Pro. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | Seedance v1 Pro | WAN v2.2 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 videos | 400 | 300 |
| 10 videos | 800 | 600 |
| 25 videos | 2,000 | 1,500 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Seedance v1 Pro
- + High-resolution video
- + Up to 1080p resolution
- + 6 aspect ratio options
- + 2–12 second duration range
- + Camera fixed mode
- - More expensive (80 vs 60 credits)
- - Text-to-video only (no image input)
WAN v2.2
- + More affordable (60 vs 80 credits)
- + Frame-precise animation
- + Animate from an image
- + Frame-level control (17–161 frames)
- + Frame interpolation (film/rife)
- - Higher price point relative to speed tier
Seedance v1 Pro vs WAN v2.2: FAQ
Practical answers before you start creating.
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