Video model · Text to video
Seedance 2.0 on Klingobanana
Seedance 2.0 is ByteDance's flagship video model on the platform. It produces cinematic clips with native audio and responds to camera direction in the prompt. It is the most expensive standard option, and the resolution is selectable.
From 104 credits per clip
Specs
- Type
- Video · Text to video
- Input
- Text prompt only
- Reference images
- None
- Clip lengths
- 5 s, 8 s, 10 s, 15 s
- Resolution
- 720p or 1080p
- Audio
- Native audio
- Speed
- Slower, higher fidelity
Price per generation
| Option | Cost |
|---|---|
| 5 s at 720p | 46 credits |
| 5 s at 1080p | 104 credits |
| 8 s at 720p | 74 credits |
| 8 s at 1080p | 166 credits |
| 10 s at 720p | 92 credits |
| 10 s at 1080p | 207 credits |
| 15 s at 720p | 138 credits |
| 15 s at 1080p | 310 credits |
Credits come from your plan. Planning a batch? Use the video cost calculator to see the euro cost per plan.
What Seedance 2.0 is good at
Seedance 2.0 is ByteDance's top video model on Klingobanana, and the one to reach for when a clip needs to feel directed rather than merely generated. It writes the soundtrack and ambient audio together with the picture, follows camera language such as dolly-ins and tracking shots, and gives you the longest clip lengths in the catalog.
It is also the most expensive standard video option, and the cost moves with two things you control: how long the clip is, and whether you render at 720p or 1080p. That makes workflow matter more than usual. Test the idea at the lower resolution and a short length, then spend on a longer 1080p take only for the shot you intend to publish.
Ideal use cases
- Hero shots for ads and channels. A single polished clip with sound that opens a video or sits at the top of a landing page, where the extra fidelity is visible.
- Camera-led storytelling. Prompts that read like a shot list (establishing wide, slow push-in, rack focus) translate well, so you can build short sequences clip by clip.
- Longer single takes. When you want one continuous beat rather than a stitched cut, the longer duration options let a scene breathe.
Limits to know about
- It is the priciest of the standard video models, so exploratory prompting here adds up quickly. Use the Fast tier for iteration.
- Generation is slower than the lighter models; plan your batch rather than waiting on each one.
- Like all current video models, hands, readable text on screen and long dialogue are weak points. Keep the action simple.
Example prompts for Seedance 2.0
Rooftop dawn, slow push
Slow push-in on a woman in a grey hoodie standing at the edge of a Barcelona rooftop at dawn, city lights fading as the sky turns peach, wind in her hair, distant church bells and faint traffic.
Why it works. One subject, one camera move, and a sound cue. Giving audio direction is useful because the model generates sound as well as picture.
Macro kitchen detail
Macro tracking shot along a wooden board as hands slice a ripe tomato, juice beading on the knife, a sizzling pan out of focus behind, crisp knife-on-wood sounds.
Why it works. Tight macro shots hide the usual video weaknesses and make the most of the sound design.
Storm approaching a harbour
Wide static shot of a small fishing harbour as dark clouds roll in, boats rocking, a fisherman hurrying to tie a rope, thunder building in the distance, cool desaturated colours.
Why it works. A static camera with environmental motion is dependable, and the progressive sound of thunder gives the clip a built-in arc.
Settings and what costs more
- Length is the main cost driver: 5 seconds costs 104 credits and 15 seconds costs 310 credits.
- Resolution also changes the price: a 5 second clip is 46 credits at 720p and 104 credits at 1080p.
- Resolution: this standard tier lets you choose 720p or 1080p. Draft at 720p, then re-run only the winning prompt at 1080p.
- Duration: longer clips cost more in proportion. Ask yourself if the story needs the extra seconds before choosing the longest option.
- Aspect ratio: use 9:16 for vertical platforms and 16:9 for web and YouTube. Describe the framing to match, for example "vertical framing, subject centred".
- Describe sound as well as picture. Naming two or three specific sounds gives a more convincing result than leaving audio to chance.
Compare Seedance 2.0 with
- Seedance 2.0 Fast (37 credits per clip)Choose it for the same family at a fraction of the price, locked to 720p, ideal for drafting.
- Kling 3.0 Pro (26 credits per clip)Choose it for a different cinematic look with strong human motion at a lower price.
- Veo 3.1 Fast (37 credits per clip)Choose it for shorter Google clips with native audio when you need realism in a single beat.
Our take
Seedance 2.0 is the model for the shot that matters. Iterate cheaply elsewhere, then spend here once.
Prompts
- Calm wake-up in a dark bedroom
- Fumbled alarm in a messy bedroom
- Steamy bathroom mirror routine
- Doomscrolling in bed, blue phone light
- Boxing ring knockout sequence
- Sea cliff rescue: a woman saves herself
Use it for
- UGC-style product ads, from script to finished clip.
- Choosing a platform? Klingobanana vs Higgsfield, Klingobanana vs OpenArt.
Related models
- Seedance 2.0 Fast37 credits per clip
- Kling 3.0 Pro26 credits per clip
- Kling 2.6 Pro22 credits per clip
- Veo 3.1 Fast37 credits per clip
Frequently asked questions
Does Seedance 2.0 generate audio?
- Yes, it generates native audio with the video, including ambient sound and effects. Describe the sounds you want in the prompt for better control.
What is the difference between Seedance 2.0 and Seedance 2.0 Fast?
- The Fast tier is locked to 720p and costs far fewer credits, while the standard tier offers a 720p or 1080p choice and is aimed at final takes. Use Fast to iterate and standard to finish.
How do I use Seedance 2.0 through the API?
- Send the model id, prompt, duration, aspect ratio and resolution to the Klingobanana API. The job returns a video URL when generation completes; the API docs page has the request format.
How long can a Seedance 2.0 clip be?
- The duration options on this page come straight from the catalog, and the longest is the highest in the video lineup. Pick the shortest length that tells your shot.
How many credits does Seedance 2.0 cost?
- A 5 second clip costs 104 credits on Klingobanana. The price table on this page lists every supported length and resolution.
Can I use reference images with Seedance 2.0?
- No. It is driven by the text prompt only.
Do I need a subscription?
- Yes. There is no free tier; credits come from a subscription plan or a top-up.
Does Seedance 2.0 generate audio?
- Yes, it generates native audio with the clip.
Generate with Seedance 2.0
Subscribe, open the studio and pick Seedance 2.0 from the model list. Credits are only spent when you generate.
Generate with Seedance 2.0A subscription is required before generating. Plans from €15/month, cancel anytime.
Default price shown at 1080p where a resolution option exists.