Wan 3.0 🏆 #1 Video Arena
#1 on the Artificial Analysis text-to-video arena · up to 30-second 1080p clips in one pass · text, image, audio, video & document inputs.
What is Wan 3.0?
Wan 3.0 is Alibaba’s newest video generation model, generally available since August 2026. It creates clips of up to 30 seconds in 1080p from text, images, audio, video or documents such as PDFs and slides, and it currently ranks #1 on the Artificial Analysis text-to-video arena. Unlike earlier Wan versions, its weights are not open; it is offered through Alibaba Cloud, the Qwen Cloud API and wan.video.
Best for
- The highest-rated text-to-video quality
- Turning documents and slides into video
- Developers who pay per second via API
Wan 3.0 pricing
Wan 3.0 has no free tier. Price: API from $0.05/sec.
Plans & prices
- API $0.05/sec (480p)
- $0.10/sec (720p)
- $0.20/sec (1080p)
- wan.video membership
Looking for something cheaper? Seedance 2.5 by ByteDance costs from $10/mo and has a free tier.
Prices as published by Alibaba Cloud. This page was last updated on October 23, 2026; prices and plans change often, so check the provider’s pricing page before you buy.
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Key facts
- #1 on the Artificial Analysis text-to-video arena
- up to 30-second 1080p clips in one pass
- text, image, audio, video & document inputs
Strengths
Limitations
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🔗 Comparisons & guides
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wan 3.0?
Wan 3.0 is Alibaba’s newest video generation model, generally available since August 2026. It creates clips of up to 30 seconds in 1080p from text, images, audio, video or documents such as PDFs and slides, and it currently ranks #1 on the Artificial Analysis text-to-video arena. Unlike earlier Wan versions, its weights are not open; it is offered through Alibaba Cloud, the Qwen Cloud API and wan.video.
What is Wan 3.0 best for?
Wan 3.0 is a strong pick for: The highest-rated text-to-video quality; Turning documents and slides into video; Developers who pay per second via API.
How much does Wan 3.0 cost?
Wan 3.0 starts at API from $0.05/sec (API $0.05/sec (480p) · $0.10/sec (720p) · $0.20/sec (1080p) · wan.video membership). There is no free tier. A cheaper option from another provider is Seedance 2.5 (From $10/mo).
Is Wan 3.0 free?
No, Wan 3.0 has no free tier. Pricing: API from $0.05/sec (details: API $0.05/sec (480p) · $0.10/sec (720p) · $0.20/sec (1080p) · wan.video membership).
What are the best alternatives to Wan 3.0?
The highest-rated AI video tools from other providers on AIVerso are Seedance 2.5 (91/100), Kling 4.0 (90/100), Hailuo AI (90/100).
Does Wan 3.0 have an API?
Yes, Wan 3.0 can be used via an API.
How does AIVerso rate Wan 3.0?
Wan 3.0 scores 92/100 on AIVerso and ranks #1 of 21 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: October 23, 2026.