Exact cost per generation
Every model, every generation type. Credits and dollar equivalents — no guessing.
| Model | Type | Credits | Dollar cost |
|---|---|---|---|
Image Generation (all models) | Image | 3 | $0.21–$0.30 |
Kling v3 Standard | Video | 5 | $0.36–$0.50 |
Kling v3 Pro | Video | 10 | $0.71–$1.00 |
Kling O3 Standard | Video | 8 | $0.57–$0.80 |
Kling O3 Pro | Video | 15 | $1.07–$1.50 |
Seedance 1.5 Text-to-Video | Video | 15 | $1.07–$1.50 |
Seedance 1.5 Image-to-Video | Video | 18 | $1.29–$1.80 |
Veo 3.1 | Video | 50 | $3.57–$5.00 |
Volume discounts
Buy more, pay less. Up to 40% bonus credits on larger purchases. No subscription required.
| Purchase | Bonus | Total credits | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | — | 50 | $0.100/credit |
| $10 | +10% | 110 | $0.091/credit |
| $25 | +20% | 300 | $0.083/credit |
| $50 | +30% | 650 | $0.077/credit |
| $100 | +40% | 1,400 | $0.071/credit |
No minimums
Start with $5. Scale up when ready.
Credits never expire
Purchased credits carry over indefinitely.
Up to 40% bonus
Larger purchases unlock bigger discounts.
How we compare
Approximate per-generation costs based on publicly available pricing. Your actual costs depend on plan, resolution, and usage volume.
Competitor pricing sourced from public websites as of March 2026. Costs may vary.
Midjourney
ImageBasic plan, limited generations
Their cost
~$0.15/image
CreativeAI
$0.21–$0.30
DALL-E 3
ImageAPI pricing, varies by resolution
Their cost
$0.04–$0.12/image
CreativeAI
$0.21–$0.30
Runway
VideoStandard plan, 10s video ~20 credits
Their cost
~$0.58–$1.15/video
CreativeAI
from $0.36
Pika
VideoStandard plan, varies by duration
Their cost
~$0.40–$1.20/video
CreativeAI
from $0.36
Luma
VideoStandard plan, 5s clips
Their cost
~$0.20–$1.00/video
CreativeAI
from $0.36
Fair comparison disclaimer
Each provider offers different models, quality levels, and features. Costs above are approximate and based on standard-tier plans. CreativeAI's advantage is access to 15+ models through one API with built-in failover — not necessarily the lowest cost on every single model.
Why developers choose transparent pricing
Predictable costs. One integration. No vendor lock-in.
Predictable costs
Fixed credit cost per generation. Calculate exact spend before you ship. No metered surprises at the end of the month.
15+ models, one bill
Access Kling v3, Seedance 1.5, GPT Image 1, Veo 3.1, and more through a single billing relationship. One invoice, one integration.
Automatic failover
If a model is rate-limited or unavailable, requests route to an alternative automatically. Your production pipeline stays reliable.
OpenAI SDK compatible
Use the standard OpenAI Python or Node.js SDK. Change base_url and api_key — that's the entire migration.
Automatic refunds
Failed generations refund credits instantly. Failover price adjustments happen automatically. You only pay for successful outputs.
No subscription required
Buy credits when you need them. No monthly minimum, no annual commitment. Optional plans available if you prefer monthly allocations.
Two lines to switch
Already using the OpenAI SDK? Change base_url and api_key. Keep everything else.
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI(
base_url="https://api.creativeai.run/v1", # ← change 1
api_key="YOUR_CREATIVEAI_KEY", # ← change 2
)
# Generate an image — 3 credits ($0.21–$0.30)
image = client.images.generate(
model="gpt-image-1",
prompt="A product photo on clean white background",
size="1024x1024",
)
print(image.data[0].url)Works with Python, Node.js, cURL, and any OpenAI-compatible client. View API docs →
Frequently asked questions
Credits are purchased at a fixed rate starting at $0.10 per credit. Volume purchases unlock bonuses up to 40%, bringing the effective rate down to ~$0.071 per credit. Each generation type has a fixed credit cost, so you always know the dollar cost before you generate.
Credit systems can obscure real costs. We believe you should be able to compare CreativeAI directly with alternatives in dollars. The table above shows both credits and dollar ranges so you can make an informed decision.
No. The credit cost shown is the total cost. There are no additional API fees, no platform surcharges, and no per-request charges beyond the credit cost. Failed generations are automatically refunded.
CreativeAI consolidates 15+ models behind one endpoint with automatic failover, webhook delivery, and OpenAI SDK compatibility. You trade a small markup over raw API costs for the convenience of one integration, one billing relationship, and built-in reliability.
No. You can use CreativeAI on a pure pay-per-use basis by purchasing credit packs. Optional subscription plans are available if you prefer monthly credit allocations, but they are never required.
Credits are automatically refunded for failed generations. If automatic failover routes your request to an alternative model with a different cost, the price is adjusted accordingly. You only pay for successful outputs.