Model Comparison
| Model | Cost | Max Duration | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Character-3 | 3-6 credits/sec | 5 min | Talking heads, lip sync, tutorials |
| Character-3 (540p) | 3 credits/sec | 5 min | Budget-friendly lip sync |
| Veo 3 | 100 credits/sec | 8 sec | High-quality cinematic |
| Veo 3 Fast | 55 credits/sec | 8 sec | Faster cinematic |
| MiniMax Hailou-02 Pro | 16 credits/sec | - | Physics-heavy motion |
| MiniMax Hailou-02 | 8 credits/sec | - | Budget physics |
| Kling 2.1 Master | 35 credits/sec | - | Premium 1080p |
| Kling 2.1 Pro | 15 credits/sec | - | Budget 720p/1080p |
Model Details
Hedra Character-3
Hedra Character-3
Cost: 3-6 credits/sec (540p at 3 credits/sec)Ideal for: Talking heads, hosts, explainers, lip sync, podcasts, tutorialsStrengths:
- Native audio support (unique among these options)
- Expressive performance
- Precise lip-synchronization
- Not recommended for action sequences or physics-intensive scenes
Veo 3 / Veo 3 Fast
Veo 3 / Veo 3 Fast
Cost: Veo 3: 100 credits/sec | Veo 3 Fast: 55 credits/secIdeal for: High-quality cinematic footageStrengths:
- Extremely high realism
- Natural physics
- Strong prompt adherence
- Limited to 8-second clips
- Character consistency across multiple shots can be challenging
MiniMax Hailou-02 Models
MiniMax Hailou-02 Models
Cost: Pro: 16 credits/sec | Standard: 8 credits/secIdeal for: Physics-heavy motion (splashes, cloth, diving, dynamic stunts)Strengths:
- Excellent physics simulation
- Good for action sequences
- Standard version has lower detail than Pro
Kling 2.1 Models
Kling 2.1 Models
Cost: Master: 35 credits/sec | Pro: 15 credits/secIdeal for: Polished, high-resolution outputStrengths:
- Master offers premium 1080p quality
- Pro is cost-effective at 720p/1080p
- Higher cost than some alternatives
Quick Selection Guide
Dialogue & Talking Heads
Use Character-3 for precise lip-sync
Cinematic B-Roll
Use Veo 3 for highest quality
Action Sequences
Use MiniMax Hailou-02 Pro for physics
Budget-Friendly
Use Character-3 540p or Kling 2.1 Pro