Hailuo is Hailuo 02 Standard, a video model by MiniMax. It's a budget tier at $2.80/min that punches well above its price, with Elo 1177 t2v and 1237 i2v. If you want reliable AI video without paying flagship rates, Hailuo is one of the strongest value options on the board.
On Twin AI, Hailuo runs in one interface with 30+ other AI models for image, video and chat, so you can compare its output against pricier tiers and pick what fits the shot. It works from Russia without a VPN, with RU-card or SBP payment and a free start, so a low per-minute rate stays low in practice.
Strengths
- Excellent value. At $2.80/min it's among the cheapest capable video models — strong quality per credit spent.
- Solid image-to-video. Elo 1237 i2v: dependable, coherent motion for the price, well above budget expectations.
- Balanced across modes. Works from text (Elo 1177 t2v) or from a reference frame, so it fits most workflows.
- Volume-friendly. Cheap enough to generate many clips in a session without burning through credits.
Price and speed
Hailuo costs $2.80/min, one of the lowest rates for a capable video model — cheaper than Kling Standard ($3.36/min) and far below premium tiers. On Twin AI you pay in credits — no subscription, you only spend on the result. That low rate makes it a natural default for everyday clips and high-volume work, freeing budget for a flagship tier when a hero shot demands it.
How to use it on Twin AI
1. Open /create/video and pick Hailuo.
2. Upload a start frame or describe your shot — subject, motion, mood.
3. Generate, review, and iterate freely at the low rate. No VPN needed, pay with a Russian card or SBP, free to start.
Alternatives
- Hailuo 2.3 — the newest Hailuo (Oct 2025), same $2.80/min with the current-generation engine (Elo 1236 i2v).
- Kling Standard — Kling's entry tier at $3.36/min, another cheap way to draft video.
- Wan Turbo — Wan 2.2 Turbo at $4.80/min, cheap and 2–3× faster than Wan 2.6.
Compare budget tiers side by side on /compare, browse every model on /models, or check /pricing.
FAQ
How much does Hailuo cost?
Hailuo is $2.80/min — one of the cheapest capable video models. On Twin AI you pay in credits and only for the result, with a free start.
Does it work from Russia without a VPN?
Yes. Twin AI runs Hailuo directly from Russia with no VPN, and you can pay with a Russian card or SBP.
How is Hailuo different from Hailuo 2.3?
Both cost $2.80/min. Hailuo is the 02 Standard tier (Elo 1237 i2v); Hailuo 2.3 is the newest release (Oct 2025, Elo 1236 i2v) — try both and pick what looks better for your shot.
What is Hailuo best for?
Everyday and high-volume AI video where value matters — reliable clips at a low per-minute rate.
How do I start for free?
Open /create/video on Twin AI, pick Hailuo, upload a frame or write a prompt, and generate. The start is free and no VPN is required.
