What is Vidu?
Vidu is an AI video generator from the company Vidu. Its homepage presents a family of tools: Text to Video, Image to Video, Reference to Video, Text to Image and Reference to Image, plus a Vidu Q4 and Q3 video models, a Vidu S model and an agent called Vidu Agent that works from a single sentence toward a finished piece.
You describe a scene in a text prompt, or upload an image or reference video, and the model generates a clip. The homepage example shows a detailed multi-shot prompt with a 10-second, 16:9 duration, timed segments, camera angles and keeping a character's face and clothing consistent. Testimonials mention animated characters, facial expressions, action sequences and audio-enabled generation. You can also work through a mobile app, a Vidu CLI and an API platform.
Key features
- Text to Video generation from written prompts
- Image to Video animation from a still image
- Reference to Video using a reference video or subject for consistency
- Text to Image and Reference to Image generation
- Vidu Agent that turns a single sentence into a full piece
- Templates and an AI sound effect generator
Who is it for
- social media creators
- marketers making ads
- animators and storytellers
- independent video makers
Pros and cons
- Fast generation with consistent characters across shots
- Strong facial expression and motion for animation, according to user testimonials
- Multiple workflows from text, image and reference
- Credits are consumed per generation, so many attempts add up
- Pricing details are not shown in the text provided
Vidu pricing
The vendor does not publish prices in a readable form (often pricing is shown only after signing in).
Is Vidu free?
The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.
Vidu alternatives
| Tool | Price from | Free plan | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
 Higgsfield AI | 19 USD/mo | trial | Video generators |
 Dreamina | 69 PLN/mo | yes | Video generators |
 Hailuo AI | 9.99 USD/mo | ? | Video generators |
 Kling AI | 8,8 USD/mo | ? | Video generators |
 Runway | 12 USD/mo | trial | Video generators |
 OpenArt | 13 USD/mo | yes | Video generators |
FAQ
What is Vidu used for?
AI video generator turning text prompts, images and reference videos into short videos for social content, ads and storytelling.
Is Vidu free?
The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.
How much does Vidu cost?
The vendor does not publish prices publicly or requires sign-in.
What are the best Vidu alternatives?
Closest alternatives: Higgsfield AI, Dreamina, Hailuo AI, Kling AI, Runway.
Data checked October 12, 2026 on the vendor website (vidu.com).