Seedance 2
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One of the best state of the art AI video models. ByteDance's Seedance 2 creates clips from text, images, audio, and video inputs simultaneously.
Key features
Free tier available, Pro at $48/mo
Content creators wanting to generate video from existing photos, clips, and audio references
Unmatched multimodal input flexibility: accepts up to 12 reference files across text, image, video, and audio simultaneously
What it does
Full Multimodal Input System
Generate video from any combination of text, images (up to 9), video clips (up to 3, 15 seconds total), and audio files (up to 3, 15 seconds total) in a single generation. Up to 12 reference files per request.
Learn more@Tag Reference Control
Assign specific reference files to characters and elements in your prompt using an @tag system. This gives granular control over which references influence which parts of the generated video.
Learn moreNative Audio Generation with Lip Sync
Generate synchronized audio alongside video output, including lip sync support in 9+ languages. No need for separate audio post production.
Multi Shot Generation
Create videos with multiple shots and lens switching within a single generation, enabling more cinematic and structured output.
Video Editing Suite
Extend existing clips, merge multiple clips together, restyle footage with new visual treatments, and swap characters within generated or uploaded video.
Flexible Output Formats
Generate videos in multiple aspect ratios (16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4) at up to 2K resolution, with clip lengths from 4 to 15 seconds at 24 FPS.
Image to Video Generation
Upload up to 9 reference images and generate video that brings those images to life, maintaining visual consistency with the source material.
Pricing
Free
225 complimentary tokens daily, shared across all Dreamina tools (image generation, video generation, editing).
- 225 free tokens per day
- Access to Seedance video generation
- Access to all Dreamina creative tools
- Shared token pool across tools
- Standard generation queue
Lite
Credit based entry tier with additional monthly tokens beyond the free daily allocation.
- Monthly credit allocation
- All free tier features
- Higher generation priority
Pro
Higher credit allocation for regular content creators and production workflows.
- Higher monthly credit allocation
- All Lite features
- Faster generation queue
Max
Highest credit allocation for heavy production use and professional workflows.
- Highest monthly credit allocation
- All Pro features
- Priority generation queue
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unmatched multimodal input flexibility: accepts up to 12 reference files across text, image, video, and audio simultaneously
- Longest maximum clip duration among major generators at 15 seconds, compared to 8 to 12 seconds for most competitors
- Native audio generation with lip sync in 9+ languages, eliminating the need for separate audio post production
- @tag system provides granular control over how specific reference files influence individual characters and elements
- High first attempt success rate (~90%+ usable output in version 2.0), reducing iteration cycles
- Most affordable per second pricing among major generators at roughly $0.60 for 10 seconds at 1080p
- Comprehensive editing tools including extend, merge, restyle, and character swap for iterative refinement
- 30% faster generation speed compared to version 1.0
Cons
- Not open source; model weights are unavailable for self hosting or fine tuning
- Maximum resolution is 2K, while some competitors (notably Veo 3.1) offer true 4K output
- Locked to 24 FPS; competitors like Kling 3.0 support 60 FPS for smoother motion
- ByteDance faces ongoing regulatory scrutiny in Western markets, which may affect long term availability
- Physics simulation is not as refined as some competitors for complex object interactions and collisions
- Cinematic quality generally a step behind Veo 3.1 for broadcast grade and film quality output
How to get started
Create a free Dreamina account
Visit dreamina.capcut.com and sign up for a free account. You receive 225 complimentary tokens daily, shared across all Dreamina tools including Seedance video generation.
Describe a scene or upload reference material
Enter a text prompt describing the video you want, or upload reference images, video clips, and audio files. You can combine any of these input types for more controlled output.
Use the @tag system for precise control (Seedance 2.0)
When using multiple reference files, assign @tags to specific characters or elements in your prompt. This tells the model which references should influence which parts of the generated video, giving you granular creative control.
Upgrade for higher credit allocation
If you need more generations than the free daily tokens allow, upgrade to Lite ($18/mo), Pro ($48/mo), or Max ($84/mo) depending on your production volume.
Deep dive
Detailed guides with comparisons, tips, and visuals for each feature.
Version History
The evolution from silent video generation to the industry's most flexible multimodal input system.
Seedance 2.0 Multimodal Input System
How Seedance 2.0 combines text, images, video clips, and audio files in a single generation with @tag control.
How Seedance Compares to Other Video Generators
Feature comparison with Sora 2, Veo 3.1, Kling 3.0, and Hailuo across resolution, duration, inputs, and quality.
Dreamina: ByteDance's AI Creative Platform
How Dreamina connects Seedance video generation with image creation, editing tools, and CapCut integration.
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Last updated: 2026-02-19