Text to video AI generator

Text to video AI turns a written scene into a short video clip. Describe who's in it, where they are, and what happens, then pick one of 10 models. You get a 3- to 30-second MP4 with sound, usually within one to five minutes. No camera or editing skills needed.

Istiklal Avenue at dusk in light rain: a red vintage tram rolls in between glowing shop windows, warm light… Still from a video made with Seedance 2.5.
Seedance 2.5Istiklal Avenue at dusk in light rain: a red vintage tram rolls in between glowing shop windows, warm light and neon reflecting on the wet cobblestones, people with umbrellas passing as soft silhouettes. Shallow depth of field. Rain, a tram bell and city hum.

Real outputs

Made with this tool

Each sample shows the model that made it. Tap a video to open it with sound.

A rainy night street in Istanbul: neon reflections on wet cobblestones, raindrops sliding down the window… Still from a video made with Seedance 2.5.
Seedance 2.5A rainy night street in Istanbul: neon reflections on wet cobblestones, raindrops sliding down the window glass
An epic sunrise over Cappadocia: hundreds of colorful hot air balloons drift above the fairy chimneys, golden… Still from a video made with Seedance 2.5.
Seedance 2.5An epic sunrise over Cappadocia: hundreds of colorful hot air balloons drift above the fairy chimneys, golden sunbeams cut through the morning haze, and a crane shot rises to reveal the valley. Rich detail, large-format film look.
A drone flies over the Pamukkale travertines at sunset: white terraces and turquoise pools reflect the golden… Still from a video made with Seedance 2.5.
Seedance 2.5A drone flies over the Pamukkale travertines at sunset: white terraces and turquoise pools reflect the golden light as the camera rises to reveal the valley and the ancient ruins of Hierapolis. Crisp modern cinema look. Wind and trickling water.
A seagull heist on a ferry: it snatches a sesame bread ring off the railing and flies away, the Bosphorus… Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0A seagull heist on a ferry: it snatches a sesame bread ring off the railing and flies away, the Bosphorus behind
Stop-motion style: tulip-shaped tea glasses dance on a table while sugar cubes keep the beat. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0Stop-motion style: tulip-shaped tea glasses dance on a table while sugar cubes keep the beat
A cat running the register at a corner shop: in its tiny apron, it taps the cash register with a paw. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0A cat running the register at a corner shop: in its tiny apron, it taps the cash register with a paw
Anime style: a cat sits on an Istanbul rooftop at sunset, minarets and laundry lines behind it. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0Anime style: a cat sits on an Istanbul rooftop at sunset, minarets and laundry lines behind it
A golden retriever in sunglasses at a beach DJ booth while the crowd bounces. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0 Mini.
Seedance 2.0 MiniA golden retriever in sunglasses at a beach DJ booth while the crowd bounces
A barista pours latte art: the milk stream and the rosetta forming, close-up. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0A barista pours latte art: the milk stream and the rosetta forming, close-up
A miniature world: coffee poured from a tiny copper pot into a thimble-sized cup, tilt-shift macro. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.5.
Seedance 2.5A miniature world: coffee poured from a tiny copper pot into a thimble-sized cup, tilt-shift macro
A tin robot walks the waterfront carrying a tray of sesame bread rings, with seagulls in pursuit. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0 Mini.
Seedance 2.0 MiniA tin robot walks the waterfront carrying a tray of sesame bread rings, with seagulls in pursuit
Meatballs on a charcoal grill: glowing coals, smoke and sizzle. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0Meatballs on a charcoal grill: glowing coals, smoke and sizzle
Water beading on a freshly washed car, reflections sliding across the paint. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0Water beading on a freshly washed car, reflections sliding across the paint
A jewelry store display: light gliding over gold bracelets, macro shot. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0A jewelry store display: light gliding over gold bracelets, macro shot
Extra virgin olive oil pouring from the bottle onto a salad, close-up of the stream. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0Extra virgin olive oil pouring from the bottle onto a salad, close-up of the stream
An online order gets packed: the box is taped shut and a shipping label goes on. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0An online order gets packed: the box is taped shut and a shipping label goes on
POV: save the last penalty. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0 Mini.
Seedance 2.0 MiniPOV: save the last penalty. A keeper's-eye dive, the ball pushed away and the striker holding his head. No photo, just text.
A smooth walk-through of a modern apartment: window light and simple furniture. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0A smooth walk-through of a modern apartment: window light and simple furniture
A cosmetic serum bottle with water droplets in soft studio light. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0A cosmetic serum bottle with water droplets in soft studio light
POV: marking the fastest winger. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0 Mini.
Seedance 2.0 MiniPOV: marking the fastest winger. A defender's-eye view of a skill move, the camera dropping to the grass as the winger races away.
Extreme macro of tea poured from a teapot into a tulip-shaped glass. Still from a video made with Google Veo 3.1 Lite.
Google Veo 3.1 LiteExtreme macro of tea poured from a teapot into a tulip-shaped glass. Steam rises, backlit by low morning sun, with a blurred waterside tea garden behind. Slow motion, shallow depth of field, film grain. The pour and a spoon clinking against the glass.
A sewing workshop: fabric moving under the machine needle, close-up of the thread. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0A sewing workshop: fabric moving under the machine needle, close-up of the thread
A florist puts together a bouquet: roses with water droplets and rustling wrapping paper. Still from a video made with Seedance 2.0.
Seedance 2.0A florist puts together a bouquet: roses with water droplets and rustling wrapping paper
Commercial: an elegant perfume bottle on wet black stone. Still from a video made with Google Veo 3.1 Lite.
Google Veo 3.1 LiteCommercial: an elegant perfume bottle on wet black stone. In slow motion, a crown of water splashes around its base, droplets catching dramatic rim light. Dark background, glossy reflections, macro lens, high contrast, a slow push-in.
A cinematic aerial shot over Istanbul's Bosphorus at blue hour: the bridge lights flicker on and a ferry… Still from a video made with Google Veo 3.1 Lite.
Google Veo 3.1 LiteA cinematic aerial shot over Istanbul's Bosphorus at blue hour: the bridge lights flicker on and a ferry leaves a glowing wake as the camera glides forward. Anamorphic lens, teal and amber grade, crisp modern cinema look. A distant ferry horn and seagulls.
A drone glides sideways over misty green highlands: terraced tea fields, wooden houses and low clouds flowing… Still from a video made with Google Veo 3.1 Lite.
Google Veo 3.1 LiteA drone glides sideways over misty green highlands: terraced tea fields, wooden houses and low clouds flowing over the ridge like a river. Soft diffused light, emerald tones, cinematic color. Wind in the valley and a distant stream.
A slow dolly shot through the Grand Bazaar under hundreds of glowing mosaic lanterns. Still from a video made with Google Veo 3.1 Lite.
Google Veo 3.1 LiteA slow dolly shot through the Grand Bazaar under hundreds of glowing mosaic lanterns. Warm light, jewel tones, creamy bokeh, shoppers as soft silhouettes. 35mm lens, crisp modern cinema look. Bazaar murmur and distant footsteps.
Hot air balloons filling the sky over Cappadocia at sunrise, the camera slowly rising. Still from a video made with MiniMax H3 Max.
MiniMax H3 MaxHot air balloons filling the sky over Cappadocia at sunrise, the camera slowly rising
Turkish coffee foaming in a copper pot, then poured into a cup, macro shot. Still from a video made with Google Gemini Omni Flash.
Google Gemini Omni FlashTurkish coffee foaming in a copper pot, then poured into a cup, macro shot
Sunset on the Galata Bridge: anglers casting their lines, the New Mosque and ferries behind, the camera… Still from a video made with Wan 3.0.
Wan 3.0Sunset on the Galata Bridge: anglers casting their lines, the New Mosque and ferries behind, the camera moving slowly along the bridge. Seagulls and waves.
A fish sandwich boat by the Istanbul waterfront at dusk: the cook flips fish over the coals, flames and smoke… Still from a video made with Kling 3.0.
Kling 3.0A fish sandwich boat by the Istanbul waterfront at dusk: the cook flips fish over the coals, flames and smoke rise, Galata Tower and seagulls behind. Sizzling, waves and seagulls.
Sunset on the Galata Bridge: fishermen cast their lines while a ferry passes beneath and seagulls circle. Still from a video made with Kling 4.0.
Kling 4.0Sunset on the Galata Bridge: fishermen cast their lines while a ferry passes beneath and seagulls circle. The camera slowly tracks sideways. With the sound of waves, seagulls and a distant ferry horn.
A ferry crossing the Bosphorus with seagulls overhead, golden hour light. Still from a video made with MiniMax H3 Max Turbo.
MiniMax H3 Max TurboA ferry crossing the Bosphorus with seagulls overhead, golden hour light

How it works

Three steps

  1. Describe the scene

    Say who's in it, where it happens, and what they do. Add camera movement, lighting, or weather if they matter to you.

  2. Pick a model, length, and shape

    Clips run from 3 to 30 seconds depending on the model. Choose vertical for TikTok, Reels, and Shorts, or horizontal for YouTube.

  3. Generate and download

    Generation runs in the background, so you can close the tab. The finished video waits in your Library as an MP4.

Models

Models you can use

Prices are in credits, and you see the exact cost before you generate. Credit packs start at $5 for 75 credits.

ModelBest forCredits
Seedance 2.5ByteDanceA single shot up to 30 seconds long, or up to 25 seconds in Full HD. The most ambitious model in the lineup, and the most expensive.1475 sec
Seedance 2.0ByteDanceThe more affordable Seedance: video with sound up to 15 seconds, up to 4K, at a balanced price.955 sec
Seedance 2.0 MiniByteDanceThe cheapest Seedance: quick, short clips with sound for social media.485 sec
MiniMax H3 Max TurboMiniMaxFast and cheap, good enough for social posts. Generates sound too.205 sec
MiniMax H3 MaxMiniMaxA clear step up in motion and detail. Ranks near the top of independent tests for video with sound.405 sec
Google Gemini Omni FlashGoogleThe most realistic results, with synced sound. Made for ads and promo videos.505 sec
Google Veo 3.1 LiteGoogleThe more affordable version of Google's video model. Generates dialogue and ambient sound along with the picture.408 sec
Wan 3.0AlibabaA single shot up to 30 seconds long, in Full HD. Good for longer scenes.10010 sec
Kling 4.0KuaishouKling's newest model: a single shot up to 30 seconds, always with stereo sound. 720p or Full HD, including cinematic 21:9.795 sec
Kling 3.0KuaishouKling's newest video model: up to 15 seconds, with or without sound. Standard is 720p, Pro is 1080p. Built-in speech is English or Chinese.635 sec

Highlights

Why make it here

Sound included

Every model here generates ambient sound along with the picture. On Seedance 2.5, Seedance 2.0, Seedance 2.0 Mini, Google Veo 3.1 Lite, Wan 3.0, and Kling 3.0 you can switch audio off.

Top models, one balance

Google, ByteDance, Alibaba, and MiniMax models side by side. Try the same prompt on several without separate subscriptions.

Up to 30 seconds

Seedance 2.5, Wan 3.0, and Kling 4.0 generate up to 30 seconds in a single shot, with no cuts to stitch.

Prompt help built in

Short prompts get expanded with camera, lighting, and motion details. Turn it off anytime to send your own wording.

Credits back on failure

If a generation doesn't finish, your credits are refunded automatically. No support ticket needed.

Sized for social

Vertical, square, and horizontal outputs (depending on the model) fit TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube without cropping.

Compare

What each text to video model gives you

Length, resolution, aspect ratio, and sound options depend on the model. The table comes straight from our model catalog, so it matches what you see in the Studio.

ModelLengthResolutionAspect ratioSound
Seedance 2.5ByteDance4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 25, 30 sec480p / 720p / 1080p16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 21:9Yes, can be turned off
Seedance 2.0ByteDance4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15 sec480p / 720p / 1080p / 4K16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 21:9Yes, can be turned off
Seedance 2.0 MiniByteDance4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15 sec480p / 720p16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 21:9Yes, can be turned off
MiniMax H3 Max TurboMiniMax5, 10, 15 sec480p / 768p / 1080p16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 21:9Yes
MiniMax H3 MaxMiniMax5, 10, 15 sec480p / 768p / 1080p16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 21:9Yes
Google Gemini Omni FlashGoogle5, 8, 10 sec360p / 720p / 1080p / 4K16:9, 9:16Yes
Google Veo 3.1 LiteGoogle4, 6, 8 sec720p / 1080p16:9, 9:16Yes, can be turned off
Wan 3.0Alibaba5, 10, 15, 20, 30 sec480p / 720p / 1080p16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4Yes, can be turned off
Kling 4.0Kuaishou3, 5, 8, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 sec720p / 1080p16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 21:9Yes
Kling 3.0Kuaishou3, 5, 8, 10, 15 sec720p / 1080p16:9, 9:16, 1:1Yes, can be turned off

The short version: to test an idea cheaply, start with MiniMax H3 Max Turbo (13 credits for 5 seconds at 480p). For a single shot up to 30 seconds, use Seedance 2.5, Wan 3.0, or Kling 4.0. For the most realistic result and a 4K option, use Google Gemini Omni Flash. Veo 3.1 Lite sits in the middle and is the one to pick when you want a short spoken line in the clip.

Prompting

How to write a text to video prompt

Most good prompts answer the same questions in the same order: who or what is on screen, what they do, where it happens, how the camera moves, what the light looks like, and what you should hear. Here's one that covers all six:

A golden retriever in a yellow raincoat splashes through puddles on a city sidewalk at dusk. Low tracking shot following the dog, warm streetlights reflecting on the wet pavement. Sound of rain and distant traffic.
  • Keep it to one action per clip. Asking for three things to happen in 5 seconds usually muddles all three.
  • Name the camera move: slow push-in, handheld, drone shot, low tracking shot. Models follow these well.
  • Describe the sound you want, like rain, crowd noise, or a coffee machine hissing. Otherwise, the model picks.
  • Leave out on-screen text. Letters come out garbled; add captions in your editor instead.
  • For vertical video, keep the subject in the center of the frame so nothing important gets cut off.

Short prompts work too. We expand them with camera, lighting, and motion details before they reach the model; you can switch that off in advanced settings and send your text exactly as written.

Choosing

Text to video or image to video?

Use text to video when you don't have a picture or want to build the scene from scratch. If a specific product, place, or person has to appear, Image to Video gives more consistent results, because your photo becomes the first frame.

If the shot needs a logo or readable text, create the first frame with the AI image generator, then animate it. Image models handle lettering far better than video models.

For someone saying a specific line to camera, use Talking Photo. It voices your line first, then lip-syncs a portrait to it, which is more reliable than asking a video model to speak.

Honest limits

What this tool can't do

  1. One generation is at most 30 seconds. For a longer video, generate several clips and join them in an editor.
  2. Text inside the video, like signs, logos, and captions, often comes out garbled. Make the first frame with the image generator and animate it instead.
  3. Real people, celebrities, and copyrighted characters can't be generated. The models' safety filters reject those prompts.
  4. The same prompt gives a different video every time. You can't reproduce a clip exactly.
  5. Spoken dialogue is hit or miss. For a person saying a specific line, Talking Photo lip-syncs a voiceover and is far more reliable.

FAQ

Common questions

How does text to video AI work?

You write a description of a scene. A video model trained on huge amounts of footage turns that description into new frames and, on the models here, a matching soundtrack. It doesn't search for existing clips; every video is generated from scratch.

Is there a free text to video AI?

Not here. We pay the AI provider for every video and image we generate, and free tries pushed that cost too high. Before you buy, you can watch the samples on our examples page: unedited outputs we made with these same models. New accounts get 20 free credits after verifying their email, and those work for voiceovers; video tools become available after your first credit purchase. A 5-second clip on MiniMax H3 Max Turbo is 13 credits at 480p and 20 at 768p, and the smallest option is the Mini pack, 75 credits for $5. There's no subscription requirement, and credits don't expire.

How much does a text to video clip cost?

It depends on the model, length, and resolution. At today's prices, MiniMax H3 Max Turbo is 13 credits for 5 seconds at 480p ($0.47–$0.87), Veo 3.1 Lite is 40 credits for 8 seconds ($1.45–$2.67), Wan 3.0 is 100 credits for 10 seconds, and Seedance 2.5 is 147 credits for 5 seconds. The dollar range depends on which credit pack you buy. The exact cost shows on the Generate button before you spend anything.

Which AI video models can I use?

Seedance 2.5, Seedance 2.0, Seedance 2.0 Mini, MiniMax H3 Max Turbo, MiniMax H3 Max, Google Gemini Omni Flash, Google Veo 3.1 Lite, Wan 3.0, Kling 4.0, and Kling 3.0. All of them generate sound with the video. Length, resolution, and price differ by model.

How long can a text to video clip be?

Between 3 and 30 seconds per generation. Seedance 2.5, Wan 3.0, and Kling 4.0 go up to 30 seconds; on Seedance 2.5, 1080p allows up to 25 seconds. For anything longer, generate several clips and edit them together.

Can the video include speech?

Video models are good at ambient sound and can manage a short spoken line, but the words and lip movement aren't dependable. When the exact wording matters, use Talking Photo: your script is voiced first, then a portrait is lip-synced to it.

How long does it take?

Usually one to five minutes, depending on the model and length. Generation keeps running if you close the tab, and the video shows up in your Library when it's done.

Can I use the videos commercially?

Yes, you can use what you generate for your own business and ads, as long as you follow our terms. You're responsible for having rights to anything you upload and for not depicting real people without their permission.

Do I need to install anything?

No. Everything runs in your browser on desktop or phone, and generation happens on the model provider's servers. You download the result as an MP4.

What makes a good text to video prompt?

Cover the subject, the action, the setting, the camera move, the light, and the sound, in that order. Keep one action per clip and skip on-screen text. A clear two-sentence prompt beats a long list of adjectives.

Try it now

Signing up is free. This tool becomes available after your first credit purchase, and packs start at $5 for 75 credits. No subscription needed, and you can watch the samples above before you decide.

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