Kling AI
Kling AI: video generation, reference controls and native audio
Kling AI generates video from text and reference images, with model-specific controls for shots, characters, voices and audio. Its creative studio also includes image generation and a library of generated assets.
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- Free and paid plans
- Example plan
- USD 8.8 / monthStandard — monthly renewal
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- Web, Desktop, API
Generate AI footage with control over shots and references
Kling AI is a creative studio for generated video and images. A written prompt can establish a scene, while reference frames and supported Elements inputs guide its visual content. Its Video 3.0 controls combine short clips with native audio and multi-shot generation, including individual shot instructions and durations. These features make the platform relevant for creators developing scenes rather than only applying an effect to existing footage. The homepage now promotes Kling 4.0; access to newer models is separate from the documented Video 3.0 feature set.
Video 3.0 supports clips between three and fifteen seconds at 720p or 1080p. Audio changes the generation cost: 1080p footage uses eight credits per second without native audio or twelve with it; 720p uses six or nine. Voice tone control adds two credits per second. A five-second native-audio 1080p clip therefore uses sixty credits before additional voice control. Reference and shot controls vary across models, so a subscription’s credit balance does not translate into one fixed number of videos.
The global subscriptions add monthly credits, paid generation benefits and commercial-use permission under the service terms. Annual subscriptions still release credits monthly, rather than providing the entire year’s allocation at once. Subscription credits last thirty-one days from issue and can expire when membership ends; purchased credits have a separate two-year validity. The API uses its own packages and model availability. The current annual Ultra offer includes Kling 4.0 Flash early access, which should not be assumed for every subscription.
Best for
- Creators generating short cinematic shots
- Video producers using character and image references
- Teams making AI footage with model-specific audio controls
Limitations
Introductory prices differ from ongoing discounted renewal rates. Monthly credits expire and generation costs vary by model, resolution, duration and audio. Video 3.0’s 15-second/1080p limits are model-specific; newer 4.0 access and 4K benefits have separate conditions. Paid commercial-use rights remain subject to the service terms and third-party rights. API packages are billed separately.
Kling AI video-generation features
Text and reference inputs
Start with a written scene or supported reference frames and Elements to guide generated content.
Multi-shot generation
Video 3.0 supports automatic and custom multi-shot sequences with shot-level instructions and timing.
Native audio
Generate sound alongside video in supported models. Audio-enabled generation has its own credit rate.
Voice tone controls
Supported speaker controls guide dialogue and voice characteristics, with an additional per-second charge.
Image and video studio
Keep generated assets in the creative workspace and use images as video starting points.
Separate API service
Integrate supported generation models through an API with separate packages, concurrency and model availability.
Kling AI pricing
Free plan available. Subscription plans. Visit Kling AI for full plan details and current offers.
Example plans.
Standard — monthly renewal
USD 8.8 / month
Global creator subscription
Plan details
Currently displayed discounted renewal. First month USD 6.99; 660 credits/month. Included credits expire after 31 days or subscription expiry.
Pro — monthly renewal
USD 32.56 / month
Global creator subscription
Plan details
Currently displayed renewal; first month USD 25.99. Includes 3,000 credits/month.
Premier — monthly renewal
USD 80.96 / month
Global creator subscription
Plan details
Currently displayed renewal; first month USD 64.99. Includes 8,000 credits/month.
Technical specifications
Video creation
| Feature | Kling AI |
|---|---|
| Generation or editing workflow | Create short generated shots from text or reference images. Video 3.0 supports automatic or custom multi-shot sequences; newer models have separate access and settings.Model-specific controls; 4.0 Flash early access is listed for annual Ultra |
| Inputs and references | Text, start/end frames and image or video references through supported Elements controls. Speaker references and voice controls depend on the selected model and mode.Reference and native-audio modes |
| Duration and resolution | Video 3.0 documents native 720p and 1080p generation, with or without native audio. The subscription grid also lists 4K video benefits; availability and cost depend on the model.Native resolution and 4K access vary by model |
| Editing and captions | Custom multi-shot generation gives individual shots their own instructions and durations. Element references guide characters and objects; voice tone controls add a separate per-second charge.Shot, reference and voice controls |
| Watermarks and usage rights | The global membership FAQ permits paid subscribers to use, modify and distribute generated content commercially, subject to the service terms. It excludes developing competing products or services; third-party rights still apply.Commercial permission applies to paid subscriptions |
| Maximum clip duration (seconds) | 153–15-second Video 3.0 generation |
| Export height (pixels) | 1080Documented native generation height; 4K benefits are separately scoped |
| API access | SupportedSeparate API packages and model access; creator subscriptions are not API credits |
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Is Kling AI free?
Basic access is free. The public membership FAQ describes a monthly free-credit claim, but does not give a fixed amount in its comparison grid. Free access should not be treated as unlimited generation or a paid commercial-use licence.
How much does Kling AI cost?
The current global page displays monthly renewal prices of USD 8.80 for Standard, 32.56 for Pro, 80.96 for Premier and 159.99 for Ultra. First-month prices are lower; annual plans have separate yearly totals. The displayed offers can change.
How many credits does a Kling video use?
For Video 3.0, 720p costs six credits/second without native audio or nine with it; 1080p costs eight or twelve. Voice tone control adds two credits/second. Other models and actions have their own rates.
Can Kling AI videos be used commercially?
The global membership FAQ grants paid subscribers commercial use of generated content subject to its terms and third-party rights. It excludes using the content to develop competing products or services. This permission is not asserted for the Basic tier.
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