Veo 3.1 vs Kling 3.0
Which one to choose
Pick Veo 3.1 when you need reference images, a fixed first and last frame, or extension of a finished clip, all with audio generated in the same pass. Pick Kling 3.0 when you want control over clip length in one-second steps and a simpler text, image or frame-pair workflow, with Kuaishou's multilingual native audio. Veo 3.1 gives more ways to direct a scene; Kling 3.0 gives more room to set pacing.
Pricing comparison
| Veo 3.1 | Kling 3.0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Model maker | Kuaishou | |
| Delivery availability | Available | Available |
| Context window | - | - |
| Max output | - | - |
| Official price | $0.40-$0.60per second | $0.084-$0.168per second |
| TokenLab price | $0.28-$0.42per second | $0.084-$0.168per second |
| Model performance | Collecting data | Collecting data |
| Capabilities | Image to VideoReference to VideoStart-end to videoText to VideoVideo extension | Image to VideoStart-end to videoText to Video |
Choose Veo 3.1 when
- You hold a character, product or setting steady across shots using reference images.
- You need to continue a clip you already generated into a longer sequence.
- You want speech, ambience and effects in the same pass as the picture.
Choose Kling 3.0 when
- You need a specific duration for each shot, not a fixed few-second clip.
- Your inputs are a prompt, a still image or a start and end frame, with no references.
- Dialogue in several languages, dialects or accents matters for your scenes.
How they differ
| Aspect | Veo 3.1 | Kling 3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Inputs | Text, a single image, up to three reference images, or a first and last frame. | Text, an image, or a start and end frame; reference input is not offered. |
| Clip length | Fixed durations of 4, 6 or 8 seconds. | Any whole second from 3 to 15, to fit the pacing of a scene. |
| Continuing a scene | Video extension continues an earlier clip, but only clips at 720p. | No extension; longer pieces are built from separate clips. |
| Audio | Dialogue, ambience and effects generated with the picture. | An audio option, with Kuaishou highlighting native audio across languages and dialects. |
| Orientation and resolution | Vertical or horizontal, at 720p or 1080p. | 720p for tests and 1080p for finals. |
Summary
- Veo 3.1: $0.28-$0.42 per second; Kling 3.0: $0.084-$0.168 per second. Rates depend on the billing unit, specification, and usage. Compare matching conditions in the model's detailed pricing; a single rate does not determine the total cost.
FAQ
Which is better for ads and short social clips, Veo 3.1 or Kling 3.0?
Veo 3.1 if the ad needs a consistent product across shots through reference images. Kling 3.0 if you need exact durations to fit a timeline. Both produce short clips with sound at up to 1080p.
Can both create video from an image?
Yes. Both animate a still image and both support a first and last frame. Only Veo 3.1 adds reference images and extension, so choose it if you need either.
Do they generate sound?
Yes. Veo 3.1 generates dialogue, ambience and effects in the same pass. Kling 3.0 has an audio option, and Kuaishou describes native audio in several languages and accents.
Can I move a project from one to the other?
Prompts carry over reasonably well, but the request formats differ and so do the controls: duration steps on Kling, references and extension on Veo. Plan a re-test of timing and of how each interprets camera directions.
Which is cheaper, Veo 3.1 or Kling 3.0?
Veo 3.1: $0.28-$0.42 per second; Kling 3.0: $0.084-$0.168 per second. Rates depend on the billing unit, specification, and usage. Compare matching conditions in the model's detailed pricing; a single rate does not determine the total cost.
What are the key differences between Veo 3.1 and Kling 3.0?
Veo 3.1: Reference to Video, Video extension
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Reviewed Oct 2, 2026