AI Tools·Standings

Image-to-Video Generators

Image-to-video generators turn a still image into a moving clip. The choice depends on the clip controls you need, such as duration, resolution, camera motion and start or end frames.

Compare free plans and starting prices, along with platform support. The signal score is out of 10; API, open-source and free-tier marks help show how you can access or try a tool.

  • 23 platforms
  • 14 with a public API on this page
  • 21 with a free tier
  • Checked 7 Oct 2026
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    PixVersepixverse.ai

    Video generation service with Android, iOS, web, Windows, and API access and a free plan.

    7.9 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $8/mo
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    Pollo AIpollo.ai

    Text and image-to-video service with Android, iOS, web, and API access plus a free plan.

    7.8 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Viggleviggle.ai

    Viggle uses movement-aware AI to place characters into scenes, animate still images, and remix existing footage.

    7.8 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $7.99/mo
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    Kling AIkling.ai

    Video generator with mobile apps, web and API versions, plus a free plan.

    7.8 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $6.99/mo
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    Pikapika.art

    Text and image-to-video service with API, iOS, and web access plus a free plan.

    7.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $8/mo
  6. 6
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    BasedLabsbasedlabs.ai

    Image and video creation tool with text-to-image, reference images, editing, and API, iOS, and web access.

    7.6 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Genmogenmo.ai

    Text-to-video service with API, self-hosted, and web access; free plan, paid from $10 monthly.

    7.5 APIOpenFree Free tier
  8. 8
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    Haiperhaiper.ai

    Video generator with API, iOS, and web access; supports 1080p output up to four seconds.

    7.5 APIOpenFree Free tier · $0.03 one-time
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    Viduvidu.com

    Vidu transforms text and images into videos with Text to Video, Image to Video, and Reference to Video modes.

    7.2 APIOpenFree Free tier
  10. 10
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    Stable Video Diffusionstability.ai

    Stable Video Diffusion is a Stability AI model for generating video from Stable Diffusion technology.

    7.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Hailuo AIhailuoai.video

    Video generator with avatars, API and web access; makes clips up to 15 seconds.

    6.9 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $14.99/mo
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    DomoAIdomoai.app

    Text-to-video service with a free plan and API access; paid plans start at $9 monthly billed annually.

    6.8 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $9/mo
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    Magic Hourmagichour.ai

    Video generator from text or images with API access; free plan, paid options from $19 monthly.

    6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $144/yr
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    Runwayrunway.com
    6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $12/mo
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    Immersity AIimmersity.ai
    6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $4.99/mo
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    Morph Studiomorphstudio.com

    Morph Studio is a browser-based AI platform for generating and transforming images and videos from text or image prompts.

    6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $12/mo
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    LivePortraitliveportrait.github.io

    Open-source tool that animates portraits on desktop, web, or self-hosted setups.

    6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Wangithub.com

    Wan2.1 is an open suite of video foundation models for video generation.

    6.0 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Neural Framesneuralframes.com

    Web service that turns text into video, with a free plan and annual billing from $26 monthly.

    5.7 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $39/mo
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    ToonCrafterdoubiiu.github.io

    Open-source cartoon interpolation tool that blends two images with sketch guidance via local use.

    5.2 APIOpenFree —
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    SadTalkersadtalker.github.io

    Free video tool for Linux, macOS, and Windows with camera motion controls.

    5.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    4.8 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    LTX Videoltx.video

    Open-source web tool that accepts start and end frames and can extend generated clips.

    4.0 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

Which clip controls do I need?

Choose based on the clip controls you need, including maximum duration, output resolution and aspect ratio options.

Check whether you need to set a start or end frame, adjust camera motion or extend a generated clip. These are separate comparison points, so confirm the specific controls before choosing.

Which platforms does it need to run on?

Match the tool to where you plan to use it: web, API, iOS, self-hosted, Windows or Android are represented on the board.

An API lets another app connect to a service. If you need that connection, check for the API mark and verify the access details with the maker.

Can I try it before paying?

Check for a free-plan mark and compare the paid starting price if you expect to upgrade. A free plan and a free trial are different offers.

The free-tier mark indicates an option to try without paying; review the maker's terms to understand its limits and what paid plans include.

Do I need open-source code?

If you need to inspect or change the software, check whether it is marked open source. That mark is distinct from a free plan, which is about trying a service without paying.

Confirm the maker's licence and setup requirements before relying on open-source code.

Questions

What does an image-to-video generator do?

It uses a still image as the starting point for a moving video clip.

What should I compare in an image-to-video generator?

Compare clip duration, output resolution, frame inputs, camera controls, clip extension and aspect ratios, along with price and platform support.

Can I use an image-to-video generator for free?

Free plans and free trials are separate offers. Check the tool's marks and the maker's terms for what is included.

Which platforms support image-to-video generators?

The board covers web, API, iOS, self-hosted, Windows and Android support. Check a tool's platform details before choosing.

What does the API mark mean for an image-to-video tool?

It indicates a public API, a way for another app or service to connect to the tool. Check the maker's access details.

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