WAN v2.6 vs Veo 3.1
Alibaba's affordable 1080p model vs Google's premium 4K with audio. 70 vs 400 credits.
WAN v2.6 is no longer offered on Melies. Veo 3.1 is available today. The specs below are kept for reference.
WAN v2.6 from Alibaba and Veo 3.1 from Google represent two different approaches to AI video generation. Alibaba's latest video model with multi-shot prompts and reference-to-video support. On the other side, google's most advanced video model with native audio, 4K resolution, and reference image support.
At 70 credits, WAN v2.6 costs 330 credits less than Veo 3.1 (400 credits). WAN v2.6 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
WAN v2.6 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.
WAN v2.6 vs Veo 3.1: How They Compare
 WAN v2.6 |  Veo 3.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Alibaba | |
| Released | Mar 2026 | Oct 2025 |
| Cost | 70 | 400 |
| Speed | Medium | Slower |
| Max duration | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Image input | ||
| Audio | ||
| Resolutions | 720p, 1080p | 720p, 1080p, 4K |
WAN v2.6 vs Veo 3.1: Cost Comparison
WAN v2.6 is 83% cheaper than Veo 3.1. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | WAN v2.6 | Veo 3.1 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 videos | 350 | 2,000 |
| 10 videos | 700 | 4,000 |
| 25 videos | 1,750 | 10,000 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
WAN v2.6
- + More affordable (70 vs 400 credits)
- + Multi-shot storytelling
- + Longer videos (up to 15s)
- + Reference-to-video for character consistency
- - No native audio
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 15s)
WAN v2.6 vs Veo 3.1: 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.
WAN v2.6 vs Veo 3.1: FAQ
Practical answers before you start creating.
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