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Updated for 2026

MakeThisVid is a cheap AI video generator with a $2.99 Starter Pack that buys 1 credit, enough for one 6-second 720p video with audio, no watermark, and commercial use included. The cheapest 1080p option is the Starter HD Pack at $4.99 for 2 credits, enough for one 8-second 1080p video. There is no no-cost tier.

Cheap AI Video Generator: Start for $2.99 — No Monthly Commitment

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There is no no-cost tier on MakeThisVid. The cheapest way to make any full video is the Starter Pack: $2.99 for 1 credit, which covers one 6-second 720p video with audio. If you need 1080p, use the Starter HD Pack: $4.99 for 2 credits, which covers one 8-second 1080p video with audio. For higher volumes, the Pro plan brings the per-video cost down to about $1.33 per 720p video at $79.99/month for 60 credits. The $2.99 Starter Pack is the honest low-commitment starting point; subscriptions are more cost-efficient when you generate regularly.

Key facts

Cheapest entry $2.99 1 credit = one 6s 720p video
Cheapest 1080p $4.99 2 credits = one 8s 1080p video
No free tier None Starter Pack is the entry point
Audio Always on Included in every render
Output MP4 Downloadable, no watermark
Commercial use Included Every pack and plan

How to Use MakeThisVid

From prompt to downloadable MP4, ready to deploy.

  1. Buy the $2.99 Starter Pack

    Go to makethisvid.com/pricing. The Starter Pack costs $2.99 for 1 credit — no monthly commitment, no subscription. Pack credits are valid for 12 months.

  2. Open the Create page

    Go to makethisvid.com/create. Write a text prompt or upload a photo to animate.

  3. Choose 720p (1 credit) or 1080p (2 credits)

    720p renders are 6 seconds and use 1 credit. 1080p renders are 8 seconds and use 2 credits. The $2.99 Starter Pack covers one 720p video; the $4.99 Starter HD Pack covers one 1080p video.

  4. Generate in 45–90 seconds

    Click Generate. Live progress shown. Credits refund automatically on failed renders — you only pay for successful videos.

  5. Download your video

    Download the MP4. Commercial use is included. If you need more credits, buy another pack or switch to a monthly plan for better per-video economics.

Who Uses MakeThisVid for This

Try before committing to a plan

Not sure if AI video fits your workflow? The $2.99 Starter Pack gives you one real 720p video render to test the quality and speed before deciding on a larger pack or monthly plan.

One-off campaign needs

Need one video ad for a single campaign? The $2.99 Starter Pack covers a 720p clip without a monthly subscription commitment. Use the $4.99 Starter HD Pack if the campaign needs 1080p.

Budget-conscious content creators

Generate a paid, watermark-free 720p video for $2.99, or step up to 1080p for $4.99. Larger packs and subscriptions lower the per-credit cost when you need more volume.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. There is no no-cost tier. The lowest entry point is the $2.99 Starter Pack (1 credit for one 720p video). Every render requires credits.
$2.99 for 1 credit with the Starter Pack. That produces one 6-second 720p video. 1080p costs 2 credits, so the cheapest 1080p option is the $4.99 Starter HD Pack.
The Lite plan at $19.99/month includes 10 credits — $2.00 per 720p video. The Standard plan at $49.99/month includes 30 credits ($1.67 per 720p video). The Pro plan at $79.99/month includes 60 credits ($1.33 per 720p video). Monthly plans are more cost-effective for regular use.
One-time pack credits are valid for 12 months after the most recent pack purchase. Monthly plan credits reset each billing period.
No. Credits refund automatically on failed renders. You only pay for successful video generations.
Yes. Every credit pack — including the $2.99 Starter Pack — includes a commercial use license. You can run the output as a paid ad immediately.
$1.33 per 720p video on the Pro plan ($79.99/mo, 60 credits). For 1080p, the Pro plan works out to about $2.66 per video because each render uses 2 credits.

Start with one video for $2.99

No monthly commitment. $2.99 for 1 credit covers one 720p video; $4.99 covers one 1080p video. Audio included, commercial use licensed.

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