Hailuo AI
MiniMax's AI video generator for text and image prompts.
About Hailuo AI
Hailuo AI is the video generator from MiniMax, the Chinese AI lab behind the Hailuo and MiniMax H-series video models. Give it a text prompt or an image and it produces short clips with strong motion and prompt following; the current line-up runs from the Hailuo 2.3 models up to MiniMax H3 at 2K. Paid plans unlock longer clips (up to 10 seconds), 1080p, watermark-free downloads and parallel generations.
The pricing needs a clear eye, because the free plan is not what it used to be. There is a $0 plan, but it carries zero monthly credits: new users get a one-time welcome pack of credits that expires three days after signup, downloads are watermarked, and commercial rights are paid-only. The old daily free-credit drip was discontinued in 2025. As a paid tool it is competitively priced — Standard’s 1,000 monthly credits make about 40 six-second 768p videos — but budget on the list prices, not the rotating promotional discounts.
Key Capabilities & Features
- Text-to-video and image-to-video generation (Hailuo 2.3 and MiniMax H3 models)
- Subject reference for consistent characters
- Up to 1080p on paid plans, 10-second clips from Pro
- Camera movement controls
- Watermark-free downloads on paid plans
- Parallel generations on higher tiers (2 at a time on Pro)
- MiniMax API access for developers
Hailuo AI Pricing Plans
Pricing Stability & Change History
| Audit Date | Plan Tier | Starting Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2026 Latest Check | Freemium | $0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hailuo AI
Is Hailuo AI free?
A: There is a free account, but it includes 0 monthly credits. New users get a one-time welcome pack of credits that expires 3 days after it is granted, and free downloads carry a watermark. The daily free credits Hailuo used to give were discontinued in 2025.
How much does Hailuo cost?
A: Standard is $14.99 per month for 1,000 credits (about 40 six-second 768p videos), Pro is $54.99 for 4,500 credits, Master is $94.99 for 10,000, Ultra is $124.99 for 12,000 plus unlimited Hailuo 01, and Max is $199.99. Promotional discounts rotate, so check the list price.
Can I use Hailuo videos commercially?
A: Commercial rights are written into the paid plans. Hailuo's terms give free users watermarked downloads without the paid commercial licence.
Do Hailuo credits roll over?
A: No. Membership credits last one month and unused credits are forfeited. Separately purchased credit packs last longer (up to a year).
