Seedance 2.0 isn't locked behind a single paywall. You can access it for free with daily limits, subscribe for full features, or pay per generation through APIs. This guide breaks down every option so you can find the access method that fits your budget and workflow.
Quick Pricing Overview
| Platform | Free Tier | Paid Plans | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Skylark (Mobile) | 3 free gens + 120 daily points (~15s/day) | Points packages available | Testing and casual use |
| Dreamina (Web/Desktop) | 225 free daily tokens (all tools) | From ~$9.60/mo (69 RMB) | Full creative workflow |
| API (Direct) | Some providers offer free credits | $0.10–$0.80/minute depending on tier | Developers and integrations |
| Third-party (GlobalGPT, etc.) | Varies | From ~$5.75 unified access | Multi-model access |
Free Access Options
Little Skylark (Xiao Yunque) — Best Free Option
ByteDance's mobile app is currently in a user growth phase and offers the most generous free access:
- 3 free Seedance 2.0 generations when you first sign up
- 120 points per day awarded automatically
- Cost per second: 8 points (after free generations are used)
- Daily free capacity: ~15 seconds of video
This is enough to test the model and produce a few short clips daily at no cost. Available on iOS and Android.
Dreamina — 225 Daily Tokens
Dreamina provides 225 free tokens every day, but these are shared across all tools (images, video, avatars, editing). A single Seedance 2.0 generation can consume a significant portion of your daily allowance, making this better suited for occasional testing than regular production.
Paid Plans
Dreamina Membership
The standard membership unlocks the full Seedance 2.0 experience:
- Price: ~69 RMB/month (~$9.60 USD)
- Includes: Full "All-Round Reference" mode (multimodal inputs), "Fast Mode" generation, commercial licensing, 2K upscaling
- Credit system: Monthly credit allocation plus purchasable top-up packages
- Annual discounts available
Per-Generation Costs on Dreamina
| Video Length | Approximate Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 5 seconds | ~$1.00–$2.30 | Standard text-to-video |
| 10 seconds | ~$1.91–$4.60 | Depending on resolution and features |
| 15 seconds | ~$2.80–$6.90 | Maximum duration, multimodal references add cost |
Video reference inputs cost slightly more than standard text-to-video. Extensions are billed as new generations per segment.
API Pricing
For developers integrating Seedance into their own applications:
| API Tier | Price per Minute | Resolution | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | ~$0.10 | 720p | Text-to-video, image-to-video only |
| Pro | ~$0.30 | 1080p | Adds native audio generation |
| Cinema | ~$0.80 | 2K | Full features: audio + multi-shot |
API access is available through BytePlus (ByteDance's enterprise platform) and third-party providers like WaveSpeedAI, Replicate, and Atlas Cloud. Enterprise plans offer custom limits, SLAs, and volume discounts. See the full API guide for integration details.
Cost Comparison: Seedance vs Competitors
| Model | Cost per 10s (1080p + audio) | Free Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Kling 3.0 | ~$0.50 | Limited daily credits |
| Seedance 2.0 | ~$0.60 | ~15s free daily |
| Sora 2 | ~$1.00 | Limited via ChatGPT Plus |
| Veo 3.1 | ~$2.50 | Via Google AI Studio |
| Runway Gen-4 | $12–$76/mo subscription | Limited trial |
Seedance 2.0 offers the best value per dollar when you factor in its unique multimodal capabilities. Only Kling 3.0 costs less per clip, but it lacks video and audio reference inputs.
Cost Efficiency in Practice
The 90%+ usable output rate of Seedance 2.0 dramatically changes the cost equation. With earlier models that had ~20% success rates, you needed roughly 5 attempts to get one usable clip. With Seedance 2.0, you typically get what you need on the first or second try.
For a 90-minute project at traditional success rates, you might spend ~$100+ on failed generations. With Seedance 2.0's success rate, the same project comes in around ~$20—an effective 80% reduction in production costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Seedance 2.0 completely free?
A: Not entirely. Free tiers exist (Little Skylark gives ~15 seconds daily), but full access to all features—especially the multimodal reference system—requires a paid plan starting at ~$9.60/month.
Q: Which platform is cheapest for Seedance?
A: For free usage, Little Skylark. For paid production work, API access through providers like WaveSpeedAI offers the best per-generation value. For an all-in-one creative suite, Dreamina membership provides the most features per dollar.
Q: Do I need to pay for commercial use?
A: Yes. Commercial licensing requires a paid plan. Free-tier generations may have usage restrictions.
Q: Are there hidden costs?
A: Multimodal reference inputs (using video/audio references) cost slightly more than simple text prompts. Video extensions are billed as separate generations. 2K upscaling is only available on paid tiers.
Q: Can I buy credits without a monthly subscription?
A: Yes. Dreamina offers credit packages that can be purchased without monthly commitment. API providers also offer pay-per-use billing.
Getting Started
The fastest way to try Seedance 2.0 for free is through Little Skylark's mobile app. For serious production work, a Dreamina membership gives you the full feature set including the @ reference system, multi-shot storytelling, and commercial licensing. Check our Prompt Guide to make the most of every generation.