Hailuo AI (MiniMax)
MiniMax's video app running the H3 model with reference-driven generation
About Hailuo AI (MiniMax)
Hailuo AI is MiniMax's consumer app for generating video and images, now built around the MiniMax H3 and H3 Max models with multi-reference inputs. It also offers an agent mode and audio tools. It targets social creators and marketers, while developers can reach the same models through the MiniMax API platform.
Specs
| Pricing | Free plan · from $14.99/mo |
|---|---|
| Free tier | Free credits for new users |
| Max clip length | 15s per generation (MiniMax H3) |
| Max resolution | 2K (MiniMax H3) |
| Watermark on free plan | Yes |
| Commercial use | Paid plans |
| Developer API | Yes |
| Open source | No |
Last verified 2026-10-23. A dash means we couldn't confirm it from an official source — we leave it blank rather than guess.
Pros
- H3 model supports 4 to 15 second clips and up to 2K output
- Higher tiers (Ultra, Max) include unlimited use of older Hailuo models
- Same models available to developers via the MiniMax API
Cons
- Watermark-free downloads and commercial rights require a paid plan
- Buying credit packs alone does not remove watermarks
- Standard list price is $14.99/month; lower prices are temporary promotions
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