The definitive cost breakdown for every Seedance model. Dreamina subscription tiers, API pricing across platforms, per-video costs, free access methods, and head-to-head competitor comparisons.
Seedance 2.0 is accessed primarily through Dreamina (the official web platform) and the Little Skylark mobile app. API access is available via BytePlus and third-party wrappers. Here is a quick summary before we dive deep.
20 credits on signup + daily check-in bonuses on Dreamina. Little Skylark: 3 free videos + 120 daily points. Enough for 2-3 short clips per day at no cost.
69 RMB (~$9.60)/month. Full Seedance 2.0 access, fast generation queue, 2K output resolution, commercial license, and no watermark.
Starting at $0.010/second. 2M free tokens included. 70-85% cheaper than Runway Gen-4.5. Seedance 2.0 API expected Feb 24 via Volcengine/BytePlus.
Dreamina is ByteDance's official creative platform where Seedance models live. Three tiers are available. All plans give access to the full Seedance model family.
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69 RMB/month
50% off from $99/mo — billed annually
Understanding how credits translate to actual video output is essential for budgeting. Here is the cost breakdown by duration and resolution on Dreamina.
| Duration | Credits Used | Pay-as-you-go Cost | Standard Plan Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5s (720p) | ~30-35 credits | ~$0.70-0.85 | ~$0.30-0.50 | Best for testing prompts |
| 10s (720p) | ~60 credits | ~$1.45 | ~$0.60-0.90 | Standard production length |
| 15s (720p) | ~90 credits | ~$2.15 | ~$0.90-1.30 | Maximum single-generation length |
| 10s (720p Pro) | ~1,880 credits | ~$4.60 | ~$1.91 | Highest quality mode |
ByteDance offers multiple Seedance model versions. Each targets a different quality-speed-cost tradeoff. Here is how they compare on Dreamina.
| Model | Quality | Speed | Credit Cost (5s) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seedance 2.0 | Highest | ~45-90s | ~30-35 credits | Final production, hero shots |
| Seedance 1.5 Pro | High | ~30-60s | ~20-25 credits | Balanced quality/cost workflow |
| Seedance 1.0 Pro | Good | ~20-40s | ~15-18 credits | Rapid prototyping |
| Seedance Lite | Standard | ~10-20s | ~8-12 credits | Bulk generation, storyboarding |
The Little Skylark (Xiao Yun Que) mobile app is ByteDance's Chinese-market app that provides surprisingly generous free access to Seedance 2.0.
During active promotions, Seedance 2.0 generation has zero point cost on Little Skylark — meaning effectively unlimited free video generation. These promotions run periodically; check the app daily.
For developers and production workflows, Seedance models are available via multiple API providers. Pricing varies significantly by platform.
| Platform | Pricing Model | Cost (5s, 1080p) | Free Tier | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BytePlus (Official) | $0.010/second + $1.2/M tokens | ~$0.05 + tokens | 2M free tokens | Official API, expected Feb 24 |
| fal.ai | Per-generation | ~$0.74-0.75 | Free credits on signup | Easy integration, Python/JS SDKs |
| Replicate | Per-generation | ~$0.74-0.75 | Some free predictions | Docker-based, wide model library |
| WaveSpeed | Credit-based ($0.002 base + tokens) | ~$0.40-0.60 | Introductory credits | Optimized for speed, batch support |
How does Seedance 2 stack up against other AI video generators on price? Here is a direct comparison of monthly subscription costs and per-video pricing.
| Tool | Monthly Price | ~Cost Per Video | Free Tier | Quality Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seedance 2.0 (Dreamina) | ~$9.60/mo | ~$0.30-0.90 | Yes (daily credits) | Top Tier |
| Sora 2 (OpenAI) | $20/mo (Plus) or $200/mo (Pro) | ~$2-5+ | No | Top Tier |
| Kling 3.0 | ~$5-7/mo | ~$0.50 | Limited | High |
| Veo 3.1 (Google) | $249/mo (premium) | ~$5-10 | Limited via AI Studio | Top Tier |
| Hailuo AI | $14.99/mo | ~$0.28 (API) | Limited | High |
| Runway Gen-4.5 | $12-15/mo | ~$1-2 | Very limited | High |
Seedance 2.0 delivers top-tier quality at the lowest monthly cost of any comparable tool. At ~$9.60/month, it undercuts Sora 2 by 50-95% and Veo 3.1 by 96%. The per-video cost via API is 70-85% cheaper than Runway Gen-4.5 for equivalent output quality.
Maximize your Seedance 2 budget with these proven strategies used by professional creators.
Always prototype at 5-second, standard resolution. A 5s clip uses ~30 credits vs ~90 for 15s. Iterate your prompt at the cheapest setting, then scale up for final output.
When available, generate with Seedance Lite (~8-12 credits) to validate composition and motion before committing to Seedance 2.0 (~30-35 credits). This saves 60-70% per iteration.
Combine Dreamina daily check-in credits + Little Skylark daily points + promotional zero-deduction periods. Power users report generating 10+ free clips per day by stacking these sources.
For production volumes (50+ videos/month), switch to BytePlus API. At $0.010/second, a 10-second video costs ~$0.10 in compute, dramatically cheaper than per-credit Dreamina pricing.
If your team spends over $50/month, the Enterprise Annual plan at $49.90/month (50% off $99) with bulk credits and team management tools pays for itself immediately.
A well-crafted prompt generates usable output on the first try. Use our Prompt Formula and Prompt Generator to reduce re-generation waste by up to 80%.
A consolidated list of all free methods. For a complete step-by-step guide, see our dedicated Seedance 2 Free Access page.
| Method | What You Get | Limit | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dreamina Signup | 20 credits (one-time) | ~1 short video | Easiest |
| Dreamina Daily Check-in | Bonus credits daily | 2-3 clips/day | Easy |
| Little Skylark First Login | 3 free Seedance 2.0 videos | One-time | Easy (CN app store) |
| Little Skylark Daily Points | 120 points/day (8 pts/sec) | ~15s of video/day | Easy |
| Zero Deduction Promo | Unlimited Seedance 2.0 | During promo period only | Check app daily |
| BytePlus API Free Tier | 2M free tokens | ~A few videos | Developer skill required |
Answers to the most common questions about Seedance 2 pricing, credits, and billing.
A 5-second Seedance 2.0 video costs approximately 30-35 credits on Dreamina (around $0.70-0.85 on pay-as-you-go). On the Standard subscription, the effective cost drops to about $0.30-0.50 per 5s clip. Via third-party APIs like fal.ai, a 5s 1080p video costs roughly $0.74. The cheapest option is BytePlus API at ~$0.05 per 5s video (plus token costs).
Yes, partially. Dreamina gives 20 free credits on signup plus daily check-in credits, enough for 2-3 short clips per day. The Little Skylark app offers 3 free Seedance 2.0 videos on first login plus 120 daily points. During promotional periods, Seedance 2.0 may have zero-point-deduction offers making it effectively unlimited for free.
On Dreamina, subscription credits typically reset monthly and do not roll over. Purchased credit packs generally remain valid for 12 months from purchase date. Daily check-in credits expire at midnight (UTC+8) if unused. Always check current terms on Dreamina's official site as policies may update.
Dreamina's refund policy varies by region. Generally, unused credit packs purchased within 7 days may be eligible for a refund. Subscription payments are typically non-refundable once the billing cycle begins. Contact Dreamina support for specific cases. Enterprise plans may have custom refund terms.
Seedance 2 is significantly cheaper. Sora requires ChatGPT Plus at $20/month (with limited generations) or Pro at $200/month for heavier use. Dreamina's Standard plan is ~$9.60/month with fast queue access. Via API, Seedance 2 is 70-85% cheaper than Runway and offers far better value than Sora's per-generation cost. Quality-wise, both are considered top-tier in February 2026 benchmarks.
Dreamina accepts major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, and Alipay/WeChat Pay for Chinese users. Enterprise plans support invoicing and purchase order billing. Payment is processed in RMB for Chinese accounts and USD for international accounts.
The Free tier does not include a commercial license — output has a watermark and is for personal use only. The Standard plan ($9.60/mo) and Enterprise plan both include full commercial licensing, meaning you can use generated videos in paid projects, ads, client work, and commercial content without restrictions.
Try Seedance 2 for free on Dreamina or explore our prompt library to maximize every credit.