How We Compare (Simple Methodology)

We used public pricing pages and official credit charts whenever possible.
For video tools, pricing was normalized using 5-second and 10-second examples where credit usage per second was available.
For audio, we converted credits into approximate songs using official help documentation.
For Pixelz, we focused on credits per dollar and its unified wallet that covers images, videos, and more.

TL;DR — Quick Picks

If you need a single place to handle large amounts of both image and video generation, Pixelz Studio offers around $0.80 per 1,000 credits with one wallet for all models.
If you regularly produce short videos each month, Runway Pro includes 2,250 credits, which equals about 18 ten-second Gen-4 clips at 12 credits per second.
If you want clear, predictable pricing for every generation, Pika lists exact credit requirements by model and resolution.
If you focus on music creation, Udio offers one of the most favorable credit-to-song ratios at roughly 1–2 credits per song.
If you primarily need professional upscaling, Topaz now uses a subscription model for its Photo and Video products, which simplifies access but requires ongoing payment.

Pixelz Pricing and Why It Stands Out

Plans
• Starter — $17 per month: 20,000 credits (approximately 1,200 images or 200 videos)
• Professional — $34 per month: 40,000 credits (approximately 2,400 images or 400 videos)
• Studio — $48 per user per month (minimum 3 seats): 60,000 credits per user (approximately 3,600 images or 600 videos each)
• Top-ups — $10 for 10,000 credits

Effective cost per 1,000 credits
• Starter and Professional plans cost about $0.85 per 1,000 credits
• Studio plan costs about $0.80 per 1,000 credits
• Top-ups cost $1.00 per 1,000 credits

Why it matters
Pixelz credits work across every generation type. The same wallet can be used for image, video, audio, and future model types. This unified system removes the need to jump between different tools and subscriptions while keeping costs transparent.

Image Generation

Midjourney

Midjourney offers several tiers: Basic, Standard, Pro, and Mega. Each plan includes different GPU hours and relaxed modes, along with privacy and team features at higher levels. This remains one of the most popular tools for still imagery, and pricing value depends on how much fast rendering you need.

Video (Text-to-Video and Image-to-Video)

Runway

The Pro plan includes 2,250 credits per month. According to the credit chart, Gen-4 videos use 12 credits per second, Gen-4 Turbo uses 5 credits per second, Veo with audio uses 40 credits per second, and 4K upscaling costs 2 credits per second. This equals about 18 ten-second Gen-4 videos under the Pro plan.

Runway remains one of the most predictable tools because it clearly defines credit usage per second and resolution.

Pika

Pika provides transparent pricing per video. For example, version 2.1 lists text-to-video or image-to-video at 35 credits for 1080p, and 60 credits for advanced features such as Pikascenes.

This clarity makes budgeting easy, especially when producing videos in bulk or comparing different models.

Luma Dream Machine

The Plus plan (commercial use and no watermark) includes 10,000 monthly credits, while the Unlimited plan offers 10,000 fast credits and additional relaxed mode usage. Both options allow high realism and flexible output depending on your needs.

Audio and Music Generation

Suno

Suno’s free tier includes 50 credits per day, with paid Pro and Premier plans offering higher monthly credit limits. Top-ups never expire as long as you maintain an active subscription, making it flexible for occasional use.

Udio

According to Udio’s documentation, two 32-second songs use 2 credits, and two longer tracks of around 130 seconds use 4 credits. That means each full song typically costs 1–2 credits. This pricing structure provides one of the best value options for songwriters producing at scale.

Upscaling and Enhancement

Topaz Photo, Video, and Gigapixel

Topaz now uses an all-subscription model. The Video plan starts around $25 per month on annual billing, with Photo and Gigapixel offered separately for personal and professional tiers. These tools remain industry standards for sharpening, denoising, and upscaling content to 4K or higher.

Comparison at a Glance

Final Take

Choose your tools based on what you actually produce each month. If your work spans multiple formats, Pixelz provides one of the most cost-effective and flexible solutions for creatives and teams.
Keep an eye on plan updates since credit systems evolve quickly, and always balance quality, output, and cost when building your workflow.

Try Pixelz with Unified Credits

Create images, videos, and more from one connected workspace. Plans start at $17 per month, with top-ups available for only $10 per 10,000 credits.

Visit pixelzzz.ai/pricing to explore all plans and see how far your creativity can go.