1
Know what the free tier gives you
New accounts start with a batch of free credits, with more typically available through daily use or invites (Module 02).
2
Know what a paid tier unlocks
Subscriptions unlock longer generations, more concurrent tasks, larger queues and access to higher-tier or guest models.
3
Expect free-tier limits
A visible watermark, capped output length or quality, and restricted access to premium skills and voices until you upgrade.
4
Run the budget exercise
Each student checks their balance before and after one generation, then calculates roughly how many clips their allowance covers. Abstract credits become a concrete production budget.
Callout
Costs, allowances and pricing change. Check the live pricing page before finalising a course budget.
What drives the cost of one generation
| Lever | Cheaper | More expensive |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 4s starter clip | Longer sequences |
| Resolution | 720P for drafts | 1080p–2K / upscaled delivery |
| Quality tier | Standard | Higher tier on paid plans |
| Model | Native standard engine | Flagship or guest models |
| Lip sync | Gen-2 at 0 credits | Gen-3 at around 30 credits |
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