Creating AI-generated videos involves multiple sophisticated processes working together seamlessly. At Vidgenie, we use credits as a unified way to measure the usage of various AI models that power your video creation. Understanding how credits work will help you optimize your usage and get the most value from your subscription.
Every time you create a video, Vidgenie orchestrates multiple AI models to generate your content. The process involves converting your ideas into scripts, creating stunning visuals, and synthesizing natural-sounding voice narration. Each of these steps consumes credits based on the complexity and quality level you choose.
The four main components that determine credit consumption are:
Base Video Processing Credits
Text Generation (Script & Prompts)
Image Generation
Voice Generation
Every video created on Vidgenie consumes base credits for processing and generating the final video. These base credits cover essential operations like script analysis, character consistency analysis, scene segmentation, and video compilation. Base credits are calculated per minute of video output.
The duration of your video is one of the primary factors affecting credit consumption. Longer videos naturally require more resources across all aspects of generation. When you create a longer video, our system needs to:
Process more base credits
Generate more scenes and images
Synthesize more voice audio
Handle more video processing
We offer multiple tiers of image generation models to match different quality needs and use cases. Each model has its own strengths and credit consumption rate:
Starter Model
Our most economical option
Fast generation speed
Wide range of supported styles
Standard quality output
Available to all users including free plan
Creator Model
High quality output
Balanced style range
Improved aesthetics and realism
Available in Creator plan and above
Red Panda Model
Top-tier quality
Extensive style range
Specialized in generating text within images
Available in Creator plan and above
Pro Model
Professional-grade quality
Specialized in aesthetics and realism
Limited but refined style range
Exclusive to Pro plan users
Voice quality can dramatically impact your video's professional appeal. We offer four voice tiers:
Premium Voice
Ultra-realistic voice quality
Perfect pronunciation
Multiple language support
Best choice for professional content
Available in Starter plan and above
Standard (HD) Voice
HD quality output
Multiple language support
Occasional minor imperfections
Great for regular content creation
Available in Starter plan and above
Standard (SD) Voice
Good quality output
Multiple language support
Suitable for most content
Available in Free plan and above
Basic Voice
Most economical option
Select languages only
Basic narration quality
Available in Free plan and above
For adding dynamic motion to your videos, we offer two specialized models:
Vidgenie VideoGen 1.0
Generate ~5-second motion clips
Camera motion control
Available in Creator plan and above
Vidgenie VideoGen 2.0
Generate ~5-second motion clips
Text prompt guidance for motion
Available in Creator plan and above
We believe in transparency, which is why we've made it easy to understand exactly how your credits will be used before you create any video. You can find this information in several ways:
Real-time Estimate: Look for the credit estimate counter in the top right corner of the video creation page
Detailed Breakdown: Click on the estimate to see a comprehensive breakdown of credit usage by model type
Pricing Reference: Visit our detailed pricing page at https://app.vidgenie.ai/settings/workspace/subscription
The most effective way to manage your credit consumption is through thoughtful model selection. While our premium models offer the highest quality output, they're not always necessary for every project. Consider your video's purpose and audience when choosing models.
Here are some practical strategies for optimization:
1. For Image Generation:
Use the Starter model to generate all the scenes in the video
Then, selectively use the Creator or Pro models for more crucial / complex scenes that need higher detail or quality
Use Red Panda model for scenes with text (this model is best at generating text in images)
2. For Voice Generation:
Basic voice works well for most basic use cases or when voice quality is not very important
Standard (SD) voice offers good quality for regular content
Standard (HD) voice provides enhanced clarity
Use the Premium voice for ultra-realistic human-like voiceovers
3. For Motion Effects:
Consider if static images with basic transitions might suffice
Use VideoGen 2.0 for more cost-effective motion video generation
Reserve VideoGen 1.0 for scenes with specific camera motion needs
One of the most overlooked ways to optimize credit usage is through scene duration planning. We recommend opting for longer scene durations for slow-paced videos (e.g., 7-8 seconds) and shorter scene durations (4-5 seconds) for fast-paced videos. Longer scene durations will reduce your credit consumption since it will require lesser number of AI image credits for your videos (potentially at the cost of dynamism).
Different models are available based on your subscription plan:
Free Plan: Access to Starter image model, Basic and Standard (SD) voice
Starter Plan: Adds Premium voice access
Creator Plan: Adds Creator and Red Panda image models, and motion videos clips
Pro Plan: Adds Pro image model access
At Vidgenie, we believe in giving you the flexibility to choose the right balance of quality and efficiency for your videos. Whether you need top-tier quality for high engagement and likability or want to maximize output within your credit budget, understanding these factors helps you make informed decisions.
