WAN and Seedance: a spec comparison
WAN and Seedance make video from text, from a picture and from references, and both switch sound on by default. Both reach 30 seconds: WAN 3.0 starts at 2 seconds, Seedance 2.5 at 4. Seedance also offers the 21:9 format, editing of an existing clip and a first plus last frame. WAN 3.0 takes no last frame and has no 21:9 format.
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WAN and Seedance specs side by side
| Parameter | WAN | Seedance |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Alibaba | ByteDance |
| Versions | WAN 3.0, WAN 3.0 Prime, Wan 2.7 Image | Seedance 2, Seedance 2 Fast, Seedance 2 Mini, Seedance 2.5 |
| Modes | text to video, image to video, reference images, text to image, edit from photos | text to video, image to video, first and last frame, reference images, video edit |
| Duration | 2-30 s | 4-30 s |
| Resolution | 480p, 720p, 1080p | 480p, 720p, 1080p, 4K |
| Aspect ratios | 9:16, 16:9, 1:1, 3:4, 4:3 | 9:16, 16:9, 1:1, 3:4, 4:3, 21:9 |
| Sound | on by default | on by default |
| References | up to 10 images, up to 5 videos | up to 30 images, up to 10 videos |
| Prompt | up to 20,000 characters | |
| Price from | from 2 tokens | from 12 tokens |
When to use WAN
- The clip is 2 seconds or longer: WAN 3.0 starts at 2, while Seedance starts at 4.
- You send many references per run: in version 3.0 up to 10 pictures and 5 videos, while Seedance 2 allows 9 and 3.
- You want one version with no choice to make: WAN 3.0 and WAN 3.0 Prime match in length, resolution and sound.
When to use Seedance
- A wide 21:9 frame: WAN has no such format, Seedance does.
- Editing a finished clip: Seedance takes a video and changes it, WAN has no such mode.
- A first and last frame: Seedance takes both, WAN 3.0 only the first.
- 4K: in ClickBait it comes from Seedance 2, while WAN and Seedance 2.5 top out at 1080p.
Model pages
Frequently asked questions
Which model makes the longest clips?
WAN 3.0 and WAN 3.0 Prime go up to 30 seconds. Seedance 2.5 also goes up to 30, while Seedance 2 and its fast versions stop at 15.
Where is 4K available?
In ClickBait, 4K video is available in Seedance 2. WAN 3.0 tops out at 1080p.
Which one has sound on by default?
Both models switch sound on by default, so the clip comes out with sound already in it.
How much does each one cost?
The token price depends on the version, duration and resolution. The generate button shows the exact amount before you start.
How do I know which one fits my task?
Run the same prompt in WAN 3.0 and Seedance, then compare the result and the token cost. The run button shows the amount before you start.