Veo 3.1 vs Hailuo 02
Premium 4K with audio vs affordable image animation — different tiers, different strengths.
Hailuo 02 is no longer offered on Melies. Veo 3.1 is available today. The specs below are kept for reference.
Veo 3.1 from Google and Hailuo 02 from MiniMax represent two different approaches to AI video generation. Google's most advanced video model with native audio, 4K resolution, and reference image support. On the other side, miniMax's image-to-video model with consistent motion and end-frame control.
At 70 credits, Hailuo 02 costs 330 credits less than Veo 3.1 (400 credits). Hailuo 02 is no longer offered on Melies. Veo 3.1 is, along with the other current video models listed on the pricing page.
Updated November 2026
Hailuo 02 is no longer offered on Melies, so Veo 3.1 is the one you can use here. At 400 credits, it is a fit for highest quality video with sound. For other options, compare the current video models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Veo 3.1 vs Hailuo 02: How They Compare
 Veo 3.1 |  Hailuo 02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | MiniMax | |
| Released | Oct 2025 | Jun 2025 |
| Cost | 400 | 70 |
| Speed | Slower | Medium |
| Max duration | 8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Image input | ||
| Audio | ||
| Resolutions | 720p, 1080p, 4K | 512P, 768P |
Veo 3.1 vs Hailuo 02: Cost Comparison
Hailuo 02 is 83% cheaper than Veo 3.1. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | Veo 3.1 | Hailuo 02 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 videos | 2,000 | 350 |
| 10 videos | 4,000 | 700 |
| 25 videos | 10,000 | 1,750 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Veo 3.1
- + Highest quality video with sound
- + Native audio generation
- + 4K resolution support
- + Reference image input
- - More expensive (400 vs 70 credits)
- - Slower generation
- - Shorter max duration (8s vs 10s)
Hailuo 02
- + More affordable (70 vs 400 credits)
- + Consistent image animation
- + Longer videos (up to 10s)
- + End-frame image control
- + Prompt optimizer
- - No native audio
Veo 3.1 vs Hailuo 02: Which to Pick?
Video with sound effects or dialogue
Veo 3.1 generates native audio alongside the video — no need to add sound in post-production.
Cinematic quality for a hero clip
Veo 3.1 is the premium option when every frame counts — final cuts, presentations, or social media covers.
Veo 3.1 vs Hailuo 02: FAQ
Practical answers before you start creating.
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