Vidu

Freemium

AI video generator supporting text, image, and reference-to-video, with a free tier and an off-peak unlimited mode.

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Our take

A capable, affordable AI video generator notable for reference-to-video control and a genuinely usable free tier.

Best for

Creators who want low-cost AI video with reference-image control for consistent characters and scenes.

Pros

Text, image, and reference-to-video inputs
Free monthly credits plus off-peak unlimited mode
Affordable paid tiers from around $8/month
Reference feature aids subject consistency

Cons

Clip length and resolution limits
Quality trails the very top-end models
Credits gate high-volume or high-speed use

How it compares

Versus Runway, Vidu competes on price and reference control; versus Kling, it is a close rival among newer generators.

Full review

Vidu is an AI video generator that supports text-to-video, image-to-video, and reference-to-video, with the reference feature helping keep characters and scenes consistent across shots.

It offers 40 free credits monthly plus an off-peak unlimited mode, with paid tiers from roughly $8/month for more credits and faster generation.

It is a practical, budget-friendly option for short AI clips, with the resolution and length limits typical of the current generation of consumer video models.