Seedance 2.5
#4 on the Artificial Analysis text-to-video arena · top long-form image-to-video · native audio.
What is Seedance 2.5?
Seedance 2.5 is ByteDance’s video model, available in Dreamina and CapCut. It is strong at longer image-to-video clips with native audio and can combine many reference images, clips and sounds in one generation.
Best for
- Image-to-video with many reference inputs
- Longer clips with native audio
- CapCut users who edit their videos there anyway
Seedance 2.5 pricing
Seedance 2.5 has a free tier. Price: From $10/mo.
Plans & prices
- Free – $100/mo
Looking for something cheaper? Kling 4.0 by Kuaishou costs from $8/mo and has a free tier.
Prices as published by ByteDance. This page was last updated on November 13, 2026; prices and plans change often, so check the provider’s pricing page before you buy.
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Key facts
- #4 on the Artificial Analysis text-to-video arena
- top long-form image-to-video
- native audio
Seedance 2.5 benchmarks
| Leaderboard | Result |
|---|---|
| Artificial Analysis Text-to-Video Arena (Dreamina Seedance 2.5) | #4 of 34 · Elo 1155 |
Arena results come from blind head-to-head votes on Artificial Analysis (checked November 13, 2026); Elo scores are only comparable within the same leaderboard.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seedance 2.5?
Seedance 2.5 is ByteDance’s video model, available in Dreamina and CapCut. It is strong at longer image-to-video clips with native audio and can combine many reference images, clips and sounds in one generation.
What is Seedance 2.5 best for?
Seedance 2.5 is a strong pick for: Image-to-video with many reference inputs; Longer clips with native audio; CapCut users who edit their videos there anyway.
How does Seedance 2.5 perform in benchmarks?
Seedance 2.5 ranks #4 of 34 on the Artificial Analysis Text-to-Video Arena as Dreamina Seedance 2.5 (Elo 1155). Arena rankings come from blind head-to-head votes and were checked on November 13, 2026; they change as new votes come in.
How much does Seedance 2.5 cost?
Seedance 2.5 starts at From $10/mo (Free – $100/mo). A free tier is available. A cheaper option from another provider is Kling 4.0 (From $8/mo).
Is Seedance 2.5 free?
Yes — Seedance 2.5 has a free tier. Pricing: From $10/mo (details: Free – $100/mo).
What are the best alternatives to Seedance 2.5?
The highest-rated AI video tools from other providers on AIVerso are Wan 3.0 (92/100), Kling 4.0 (90/100), Gemini Omni 1.2 Flash (90/100).
Does Seedance 2.5 have an API?
Yes, Seedance 2.5 can be used via an API.
How does AIVerso rate Seedance 2.5?
Seedance 2.5 scores 91/100 on AIVerso and ranks #2 of 26 in Video. Scores combine public benchmark results, features and pricing; commissions never influence them.
How we rate: Scores and capability ratings are based on public benchmarks, provider documentation, features and pricing — not on commission rates. Prices can change; check the provider's site before buying. Last updated: November 13, 2026.