Model comparison
Compare Seedance 2.5 and HappyHorse 1.1 using the same provider-sourced video generation rubric. No mystery score and no invented benchmark ranking.
Facts checked September 4, 2026
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Example: 8-second, 720p clips with audio. Models that do not support these settings will not receive an estimate.
Estimates exclude taxes, tools, cache storage/writes, free allowances and custom discounts. Image estimates cover output only, not prompt or reference-image charges. Quality modes differ by model. Unlisted settings are not treated as free.
| Model | Access | Estimated total (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| HappyHorse 1.1HappyHorse | HappyHorse | No reviewed rate |
| Seedance 2.5ByteDance Seed | ByteDance Seed | No reviewed rate |
Quick take
ByteDance's current audiovisual model for coherent clips up to 30 seconds, with native sound, long-form storytelling, rich references, and targeted editing.
fal bills by a video-token formula tied to frame size and duration, so aspect ratio changes the cost. Confirm which route supports the resolution and reference mix you need.
Alibaba's unified video family for creating short clips with sound from text, a starting image, or a reference video.
The endpoints, accepted references, and defaults are not identical. Check watermark settings, content rules, live per-second pricing, and continuity across each shot before planning a campaign.
Compare the published facts
Values use each provider's own published units and limits. A blank means the provider did not publish a directly comparable value in the sources reviewed.
| Video generation | Seedance 2.5 | HappyHorse 1.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Generation priceCurrent list price per generated second or the provider's closest billing unit. | $0.0214 / 1K video tokens on fal | Per generated second; use live QwenCloud rate |
| Clip durationDocumented duration choices or maximum clip length. | 4–30 seconds; official extensions supported | 3–15 seconds |
| Maximum outputHighest provider-documented output resolution, with relevant constraints. | 720p text route; fal image route also lists 1080p | 1080p |
| Native audioWhether the endpoint generates synchronized audio with video. | Yes, jointly generated with video | Yes |
| Input modesSupported text, image, video, reference, or motion inputs. | Text, image, video, audio, and reference assets | Text, first image, or reference video |
| Generation timeOnly shown when a provider publishes a range; not a Cody benchmark. | Not published | Not published |
How to choose
Start with the job you need to complete, then validate cost, access, and policy details on your exact provider route.
fal stores request inputs and outputs by default. Its X-Fal-Store-IO: 0 request header prevents payload storage, but uploaded CDN files need separate lifecycle handling; other Seedance routes have their own terms.
Provider and API links
QwenCloud says API inputs and outputs are not retained for model training and are processed in memory. Confirm regional storage and any enabled conversation-storage setting for the exact account.
Provider and API links
Frequently asked questions
Seedance 2.5: ByteDance's current audiovisual model for coherent clips up to 30 seconds, with native sound, long-form storytelling, rich references, and targeted editing. HappyHorse 1.1: Alibaba's unified video family for creating short clips with sound from text, a starting image, or a reference video.
Consider Seedance 2.5 when your priority is Sound-on social and advertising videos. Consider HappyHorse 1.1 when your priority is Short concept videos with native sound. Test both with your own data and provider route before committing.
No. This comparison aligns provider-published facts for the Video generation category. It does not claim a universal winner or combine incompatible third-party benchmark scores.
