WAN v2.7 vs Hailuo 2.3
WAN adds references and 15-second clips at 100 credits while Hailuo delivers motion physics at 80 credits.
WAN v2.7 from Alibaba and Hailuo 2.3 from MiniMax represent two different approaches to AI video generation. Alibaba's latest video model with 1080p output, reference-to-video, and up to 15-second clips. On the other side, miniMax's most capable video model with cinematic realism, advanced camera control, and improved motion physics.
At 80 credits, Hailuo 2.3 costs 20 credits less than WAN v2.7 (100 credits). The question is whether the extra cost of WAN v2.7 translates into meaningfully better results for your use case. For cinematic video realism, character animation, stylized content, Hailuo 2.3 is hard to beat at its price point. But if you need multi-shot storytelling, reference-based generation, longer 1080p clips, WAN v2.7 may justify the premium.
Updated August 2026
Hailuo 2.3 (80 credits) offers better value for everyday use, especially for cinematic video realism. WAN v2.7 (100 credits) is worth the premium when you need multi-shot storytelling. Both are available on Melies — try each with a test prompt to see which fits your style.
WAN v2.7 vs Hailuo 2.3: How They Compare
 WAN v2.7 |  Hailuo 2.3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Alibaba | MiniMax |
| Released | Jul 2026 | Mar 2026 |
| Cost | 100 | 80 |
| Speed | Medium | Medium |
| Max duration | 15 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Image input | ||
| Audio | ||
| Resolutions | 720p, 1080p | 1080p |
WAN v2.7 vs Hailuo 2.3: Cost Comparison
Hailuo 2.3 is 20% cheaper than WAN v2.7. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | WAN v2.7 | Hailuo 2.3 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 videos | 500 | 400 |
| 10 videos | 1,000 | 800 |
| 25 videos | 2,500 | 2,000 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
WAN v2.7
- + Multi-shot storytelling
- + Longer videos (up to 15s)
- + Reference-to-video for character consistency
- + Up to 15-second clips at 1080p
- - More expensive (100 vs 80 credits)
Hailuo 2.3
- + More affordable (80 vs 100 credits)
- + Cinematic video realism
- + Improved motion physics and camera control
- + Character micro-expression rendering
- - Shorter max duration (10s vs 15s)
WAN v2.7 vs Hailuo 2.3: Which to Pick?
Longer clips for storytelling
WAN v2.7 supports up to 15 second clips, giving you more room for complete scenes.
Producing multiple clips on a budget
At 80 credits per video, Hailuo 2.3 lets you generate more clips and pick the best ones.
Cinematic quality for a hero clip
WAN v2.7 is the premium option when every frame counts — final cuts, presentations, or social media covers.
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