Veo 3.1 Lite vs Hailuo 2.3
Google's affordable Veo tier at 60 credits vs MiniMax's cinematic motion model at 80 credits.
Hailuo 2.3 is no longer offered on Melies. Veo 3.1 Lite is available today. The specs below are kept for reference.
Veo 3.1 Lite from Google and Hailuo 2.3 from MiniMax represent two different approaches to AI video generation. A cost-efficient Veo 3.1 tier with native audio, image-to-video, and first-last-frame control. On the other side, miniMax's most capable video model with cinematic realism, advanced camera control, and improved motion physics.
At 60 credits, Veo 3.1 Lite costs 20 credits less than Hailuo 2.3 (80 credits). Hailuo 2.3 is no longer offered on Melies. Veo 3.1 Lite 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 Veo 3.1 Lite is the one you can use here. At 60 credits, it is a fit for affordable veo-quality video with sound and cinematic image animation. For other options, compare the current video models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Veo 3.1 Lite vs Hailuo 2.3: How They Compare
 Veo 3.1 Lite |  Hailuo 2.3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | MiniMax | |
| Released | Jul 2026 | Mar 2026 |
| Cost | 60 | 80 |
| Speed | Medium | Medium |
| Max duration | 8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Image input | ||
| Audio | ||
| Resolutions | 720p, 1080p | 1080p |
Veo 3.1 Lite vs Hailuo 2.3: Cost Comparison
Veo 3.1 Lite is 25% cheaper than Hailuo 2.3. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | Veo 3.1 Lite | Hailuo 2.3 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 videos | 300 | 400 |
| 10 videos | 600 | 800 |
| 25 videos | 1,500 | 2,000 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Veo 3.1 Lite
- + More affordable (60 vs 80 credits)
- + Affordable Veo-quality video with sound and cinematic image animation
- + Native audio generation
- + Cost-efficient Veo generation
- - Shorter max duration (8s vs 10s)
Hailuo 2.3
- + Cinematic video realism
- + Longer videos (up to 10s)
- + Improved motion physics and camera control
- + Character micro-expression rendering
- - More expensive (80 vs 60 credits)
- - No native audio
Veo 3.1 Lite vs Hailuo 2.3: Which to Pick?
Video with sound effects or dialogue
Veo 3.1 Lite generates native audio alongside the video — no need to add sound in post-production.
Producing multiple clips on a budget
At 60 credits per video, Veo 3.1 Lite lets you generate more clips and pick the best ones.
Veo 3.1 Lite vs Hailuo 2.3: FAQ
Practical answers before you start creating.
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