Know the cost before you generate
Seedance 2.0 costs ¥0.3 per second, or about ¥3 for a 10-second video. No enterprise verification and no long peak-hour queue.
Flat rate
¥0.3 / second
Access
No enterprise account
Experience
Start after signup
| Platform | Cost / Second | Cost for 10s Video | Access & queue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volcengine API | ¥1.00 | ¥10.00 | Yes |
| Jimeng Premium | ¥0.335 | ¥3.35 | Peak 7h Queue |
| Sora2U Seedance 2.0Best value | ¥0.30 | ¥3.00 | No Queue |
Actual usage depends on the model, duration, and settings shown on the generation page.
Why Seedance 2.0?
Native audio + video
Seedance 2.0 generates video with synchronized sound effects and ambience — no dubbing needed.
Cinematic photorealism
Stronger character consistency and camera language for ads, short dramas and product showcases.
No queue, instant start
Dedicated compute cluster — no hours-long peak queues like other platforms.
Per-second billing, auto refund
Seedance 2.0 costs 20 credits/sec (¥0.2), 1.5 costs 10 credits/sec (¥0.1). Failed jobs auto-refund.
Which to choose: Seedance 2.0 vs 1.5?
Seedance 2.0 is the latest model with native audio-video generation and cinematic photorealism, perfect for ads and short dramas (20 credits/sec, ~¥0.2). Version 1.5 is faster and cheaper, great for exploring storyboards or silent background clips (10 credits/sec, ~¥0.1). Switch between both models directly in the generator.
Building an app? See the Seedance API.
20 Must-Try Seedance Prompt Templates
1. Cinematic city night
A neon-lit Tokyo street at night, rain-slicked pavement reflecting pink and blue signs, a lone figure in a trench coat walking toward camera, slow dolly-in, cinematic shallow depth of field, 35mm film look.
2. Product reveal
A sleek smartphone slowly rotating 360° on a glossy black pedestal, dramatic rim lighting, soft reflections, clean studio background, macro detail, premium commercial style.
3. Sunrise mountain aerial
Aerial drone shot flying over misty green mountains at sunrise, golden light breaking through clouds, a river winding through the valley below, smooth forward motion, epic ultra-realistic landscape.
4. Character portrait
Close-up of a young woman with light freckles turning her head toward camera and smiling softly, warm window light, gentle hair movement, natural skin texture, shallow depth of field.
5. Anime rooftop
Anime-style schoolgirl standing on a rooftop as cherry blossom petals swirl in the wind, dynamic hair and uniform motion, vibrant colors, Makoto Shinkai-inspired sky, smooth 2D animation.
6. Food close-up
Macro shot of a steaming bowl of ramen, broth gently rippling, chopsticks lifting noodles with rising steam, warm appetizing lighting, glossy textures, food commercial style.
7. Sci-fi spaceship
A futuristic spaceship interior with glowing blue holographic panels, an astronaut floating in zero gravity reaching for a control, slow camera pan, volumetric light, cinematic sci-fi.
8. Underwater reef
An underwater scene of a sea turtle gliding through a vibrant coral reef, sunbeams piercing the blue water, schools of tropical fish, slow tracking shot, photorealistic.
9. Fantasy forest
A glowing magical forest at twilight, fireflies drifting between giant ancient trees, faint mist on the ground, a deer with luminous antlers walking slowly, dreamy cinematic fantasy.
10. Desert time-lapse
Time-lapse of clouds racing over a desert canyon from day to night, stars emerging, colors shifting from gold to deep blue, smooth continuous motion, ultra-wide landscape.
11. Coastal motorcycle
A motorcyclist racing down a coastal highway at sunset, dust and motion blur, dynamic low-angle tracking shot, lens flare, high energy, cinematic action.
12. Cozy cabin
A cozy cabin interior with a crackling fireplace, a cat curled on a sofa, soft morning light through frosty windows, gentle dust particles in the air, warm and peaceful.
13. Abstract fluid
Flowing liquid gold and deep purple ink swirling and mixing in slow motion, mesmerizing fractal patterns, macro detail, soft studio light, abstract motion art.
14. Puppy running
A golden retriever puppy running across a sunlit meadow toward camera, ears flapping, slow motion, flowers swaying, joyful warm lighting, photorealistic.
15. Cyberpunk hyperlapse
Hyperlapse moving through a busy city intersection at night, streaking car lights, crowds in motion blur, towering neon billboards, dynamic forward motion, cyberpunk mood.
16. Medieval market
A medieval marketplace at dawn, merchants setting up stalls, soft golden fog, horses and carts, warm period lighting, slow establishing pan, cinematic historical drama.
17. Dewdrop macro
Extreme macro of a dewdrop sliding down a green leaf at sunrise, refracting rainbow light, tiny details in sharp focus, soft background blur, serene mood.
18. Fashion editorial
A model in a flowing red dress spinning in slow motion against a windswept dune, fabric billowing, golden-hour backlight, high-fashion editorial, cinematic.
19. Cute 3D robot
A cute 3D cartoon robot waving and blinking its big glowing eyes in a colorful candy-land, bouncy motion, soft Pixar-style lighting, playful and adorable.
20. Snowy night street
A quiet street during heavy snowfall at night, warm glowing streetlamps, snowflakes drifting slowly, a single trail of footprints, soft silence, atmospheric and cinematic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Seedance 2 and 1.5?
Seedance 2 supports native audio-video generation and offers higher photorealism. Version 1.5 is faster but lacks audio. Seedance 2 is ¥0.2/sec, while 1.5 is ¥0.1/sec.
How is the generation time calculated?
You are billed based on the final generated video duration. A 5-second video using Seedance 2 costs 5*0.2 = ¥1.
Will I get a refund if generation fails?
Yes, any failed generations due to system errors are automatically refunded within minutes.
Can I use the videos commercially?
Yes, all videos generated using our paid plans or pay-as-you-go credits include commercial rights.
What payment methods are supported?
We support WeChat Pay, Alipay, and Stripe for international credit cards.
Do I need an enterprise account?
No. Individual users can register and use it immediately without any enterprise verification.
Do I have to wait in a queue during peak hours?
Sora2U has a dedicated compute cluster ensuring near-instant generation. You won't have to wait hours like on other platforms.
Is there an extra charge for video with audio?
No. Seedance 2's ¥0.2/sec price includes native audio generation with no additional fees.