Pika is an AI-powered platform that converts ideas into engaging videos. With features like Pikaffects, cinematic camera controls, and enhanced animation realism, it offers a user-friendly experience for creating professional-quality videos.
Pika is a freemium AI-driven platform that transforms your ideas into dynamic videos. With its Pika 1.5 release, users can apply creative effects, known as Pikaffects, to their videos, adding a unique flair to their content.
Pika 1.5 offers advanced features like cinematic camera controls, enabling complex movements such as Bullet Time and Crane Down, giving your videos a polished, professional look. The platform also enhances realism in animations, ensuring smoother and more lifelike visuals. Pika 2.0 model comes with sharper text alignment and scene ingredients, letting you upload images of people, places, and objects for creating a smooth, complete scene.
Designed with user-friendliness in mind, Pika caters to both beginners and seasoned video editors. Its intuitive interface allows for seamless navigation and creative experimentation. Additionally, Pika offers an API, enabling developers to integrate its video generation capabilities into their own platforms.
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Plan Name
Tier Type
Cost per Month
Credits per Month
Credits per Video Second
Free
free
0.00
150
5.00
Allowance per month: 0.5 minutes.
* No commercial use, no watermark removal, no purchase of top-up credits. Access only to Pika 1.5 model, no lip sync.
Standard
lowest
10.00
700
5.00
Allowance per month: 2.33 minutes.
* No commercial use, no watermark removal. Access to some of the models. Fast generations. Subscription monthly video credits do not roll over from month to month.
Pro
medium
35.00
2000
5.00
Allowance per month: 6.67 minutes.
* Faster generations, commercial use, no watermark, access to all features. Purchase more roll over video credits. Subscription monthly video credits do not roll over from month to month.
Unlimited
top
95.00
0
0.00
* An Unlimited number of video generations per month. Fastest generations, commercial use, no watermark, access to all features.
Where multiple modes are available, the calculations are done for the most advanced (and costly) ones.
Pricing can change, make sure to check relevant links for any updates to the subscription plans.
A short clip showcasing Pika 1.5's abilities has the internet buzzing. Users are impressed by the tool’s ability to create generative videos that look almost too good to be true. With features like seamless animation effects and an easy-to-use interface, it’s designed for creatives who want to turn static images into dynamic clips.
Despite the hype, some users noted long wait times for certain renders, especially image-to-video conversions. On the other hand, quick options like Pika Effects deliver results in minutes. It's clear Pika has come a long way from its early low-res outputs, becoming a serious competitor in the generative video space.
Prompt: A woman in a hot pink satin dress suddenly quickly pins a nervous man in a checkered shirt against a tiled wall and leans in close to kiss him. The man’s eyes dart wildly in comic dread, rolling then wincing as he stands frozen, pinned against the wall, his lips shivering slightly as she kisses him. The camera capturing the contrast between her gleeful romance and his hilarious suffering. Their body language is cartoonishly exaggerated, bursting with physical comedy. Compare Tools
Generated on May 31, 2025:
Pika 2.2 has a great take on this romantic comedy
Pika 2.2
Prompt: Hand-drawn cat walks gracefully across the real autumn park as leaves are flying in the wind, creating a joyful vibe. Compare Tools
Generated on May 29, 2025:
Pika 2.2 img-2-video
Pika 2.2
Prompt: Medium shot from behind — a man facing a mirror tries on a new outfit. He studies his reflection with a thoughtful gaze, turns slightly to the left, keeping his eyes fixed on the mirror examining how clothes look from the side as he adjusts his purple sweatshirt slightly. Compare Tools
Generated on May 26, 2025:
This Pika Turbo's generation is the winner amongst 10 outputs I've generated using Turbo and 2.2 model. As often the case, Turbo often gets things better than 2.2, they should really bump up its resolution and sell it as a superior model. Overall, Pika struggled with this concept.
Pika Turbo
Prompt: A muscular man stands confidently, arms crossed, wearing a bold purple sweatshirt emblazoned with "PUNCH ME". Suddenly, a fist strikes him from the left, launching him into disbelief. In slow motion, his skin ripples, and strands of hair flutter as the impact unfolds, a shockwave running through his body. The camera captures every nuance of his expression—surprise shifting into resilience, his eyes blazing with intensity. Ambient light catches the sweat glistening on his skin, while debris swirls in the air, crafting a gritty, dynamic atmosphere. Compare Tools
Generated on May 25, 2025:
Pika 2.2 surprises
Pika 2.2
Prompt: The sky is alive with energy as two giant flying turtles soar majestically above a blurred landscape of mountains and rivers, carrying serene monks in meditation atop their shells. The turtles' eyes suddenly blaze with an intense blue glow, crackling bolts of electricity erupting into the air, illuminating the turbulent sky with flashes of supernatural power. As the lightning flickers, an intense wind bursts forth, thrashing the monks' flowing robes, creating a dynamic and chaotic atmosphere. The turtles split apart in a dramatic arc, veering left and right as they abandon the scene. The focus shifts smoothly to the empty valley below, where mist thrums with energy, swirling dynamically Compare Tools
Generated on May 24, 2025:
Pika 2.2 generation. Worse prompt following than Turbo.
Pika 2.2
Prompt: The sky is alive with energy as two giant flying turtles soar majestically above a blurred landscape of mountains and rivers, carrying serene monks in meditation atop their shells. The turtles' eyes suddenly blaze with an intense blue glow, crackling bolts of electricity erupting into the air, illuminating the turbulent sky with flashes of supernatural power. As the lightning flickers, an intense wind bursts forth, thrashing the monks' flowing robes, creating a dynamic and chaotic atmosphere. The turtles split apart in a dramatic arc, veering left and right as they abandon the scene. The focus shifts smoothly to the empty valley below, where mist thrums with energy, swirling dynamically Compare Tools
Generated on May 24, 2025:
Pika Turbo.
Pika Turbo
Prompt: A fierce and determined woman stands in the center of a dusty Western street, her expression focused and intense as she points a shotgun towards an unseen foe. The camera glides backward, while the town around her drifts ominously, buildings and debris swirling in the distance. She remains unnaturally steady, her hair swirling in a slight breeze, amplifying the tension of the moment. This visual dissonance captures her psychological struggle, symbolizing her inner strength. The harsh sunlight casts long shadows, enhancing the gritty texture of her rugged attire and the arid landscape. Compare Tools
Generated on May 24, 2025:
Pika 2.2 model took 'the town around her drifts ominously' quite literally. Not a double dolly but the next best thing.
Pika 2.2
Prompt: Camera pan right to reveal more of the scenery on a windy day. Retro analog footage, VHS tape glitch effects, cinematic glitch effects. Compare Tools
Generated on May 12, 2025:
Pika Turbo follows the prompt wel but output is blurry. tried removing the "Retro analog footage, VHS tape glitch effects, cinematic glitch effects." part - no difference.
Pika Turbo
Prompt: Surreal scene of a delicately ornate porcelain mug with an embossed gold floral pattern along the rim and upper edges, featuring a highly realistic detailed nature scene wrapping around the central surface of the mug. In the middle of the design, a flamingo stands gracefully in a small reflective water pond, surrounded by lush green reeds, blooming wildflowers, and delicate pink and white blossoms. The painted lake water overflows, spilling realistically from the lower edge of the cup onto the table. The pool of water on the table grows larger and larger, soon surrounding the cup. Several yellow butterflies flutter around the flamingo—some in mid-air, some perched on flowers. The background within the design has a soft pastel sky with a dreamy, painterly gradient from light blue to warm beige. The mug is placed on a neutral grey surface, and a few tiny flower petals are scattered around its base, reinforcing the ethereal and serene atmosphere. The handle is elegantly curved and highlighted with subtle golden detailing. Compare Tools
Generated on May 10, 2025:
Pika 2.2 model takes a different approach. Waters stops overflowing, butterflies fall turning into flowers.
Pika 2.2
Prompt: Man comically gobbling up spaghetti directly with his mouth by sucking it in, chewing and sucking it in again. Surreal, comical. Compare Tools
Generated on May 10, 2025:
Pika Turbo img-2-video
Pika Turbo
Prompt: Surreal scene of a delicately ornate porcelain mug with an embossed gold floral pattern along the rim and upper edges, featuring a highly realistic detailed nature scene wrapping around the central surface of the mug. In the middle of the design, a flamingo stands gracefully in a small reflective water pond, surrounded by lush green reeds, blooming wildflowers, and delicate pink and white blossoms. The painted lake water overflows, spilling realistically from the lower edge of the cup onto the table. The pool of water on the table grows larger and larger, soon surrounding the cup. Several yellow butterflies flutter around the flamingo—some in mid-air, some perched on flowers. The background within the design has a soft pastel sky with a dreamy, painterly gradient from light blue to warm beige. The mug is placed on a neutral grey surface, and a few tiny flower petals are scattered around its base, reinforcing the ethereal and serene atmosphere. The handle is elegantly curved and highlighted with subtle golden detailing. Compare Tools
Generated on May 9, 2025:
Pika Turbo's render.
Pika Turbo
Prompt: Black woman made entirely of liquid chocolate dancing while standing in a mug of hot chocolate. steam coming off the top. chocolate splatter dynamically flying in all directions and falling. macro shot, fluidity, liquid and steam dynamics Compare Tools
Generated on May 1, 2025:
Pika Turbo fluid dancer animation
Pika Turbo
Prompt: An elderly lady is driving her electric wheelchair forward at 140 km/h on a winding mountain road. Due to the high speed, her scarf quickly flaps in front of the camera lens, which is 10 meters behind the wheelchair and moves with the vehicle. The camera is shot from behind; the elements at the side of the road are blurred due to the high speed. The lady is driving very fast and overtaking other cars. This realistic shot was taken with 35mm film. Compare Tools
Generated on April 28, 2025:
Pika 2.2 has granny in full control of her vehicle, steering away.
Pika 2.2
Prompt: In an animated suburban scene, a young girl walks along the sidewalk, passing different trees and houses, glances at the viewer briefly before continuing her walk. Compare Tools
Generated on April 27, 2025:
Pika 2.2 with 2 frames supplied
Pika 2.2
Prompt: A purple handbag with a gold chain rests on a white pedestal, set against a lime green backdrop. A hand with glossy red nails elegantly enters the frame from the right, fingers brushing the gold clasp before gently lifting the bag. As the chain softly clinks, the camera tracks smoothly in a close-up, following the bag as it's carried out of frame with flair. Compare Tools
Generated on April 25, 2025:
Wow, Pika 2.2 model truly excelled on this one. Proper hand and fingers, grabbing and removing, with shadows underneath AND the bag is gone!
Pika 2.2
Prompt: A man lunges forward, throwing a lightning-fast jab at a goat in a red hoodie. The goat ducks effortlessly, its horns grazing the air, then counters with a powerful left hook that sends sweat flying. Their gloves collide with a thunderous impact as the camera whips around them in a tight 360-degree spin. Neon lights flicker overhead while dust and spit explode into slow motion. Every strike lands like a cinematic thunderclap. Compare Tools
Generated on April 23, 2025:
Pika Turbo image to video test for boxing.
Pika Turbo
Prompt: PikadditionPikaddition default prompt: Add this to my video. Based on the current actions in the original video, come up with a natural and engaging way to fit the object into the video.
Generated on February 7, 2025:
Pikaddition example published on Pika.art
Prompt: The scene begins with a close-up of striking red high heels, sharp and polished, stepping onto a fractured asphalt road. The camera remains low to the ground, fully focused on the legs as they walk with deliberate confidence [...] The camera steadily tracks the legs from behind, capturing their motion as they stride through a desolate, post-apocalyptic street. Dilapidated houses flank the scene, their shattered windows and collapsed roofs revealing jagged remnants of symmetry. Dead, skeletal trees line the road like ghostly sentinels, while rusted vehicles and scattered debris create an atmosphere of decay. Compare Tools
Generated on February 1, 2025:
Pika's Turbo mode deliveres coherent visuals with good promp adherence quickly but lacks some sharpness on the objects in focus.
Prompt: Image + Text: A pair of realistic black shiny leather high-heeled stiletto tight boots turn and walk in the middle of the street away from the viewer on their own. [...]
The camera tracking the boots highlighting their solitary, ghostly journey through the street.
Generated on January 31, 2025:
Pika Turbo compared with Pika 2.1 some peculiar results. Crisper quality on 2.1 but better prompt following on Turbo? See large res at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7Eh5X4JjHM
Pika Turbo
Prompt: The redhead woman in red dress walks towards the burning chair and puts the fire out with a fire extinguisher she was carrying in her hands. Compare Tools
Generated on January 2, 2025:
Pika 2.0 Scene Ingredients example. 2 images (burning chair and woman in red) + text prompt. See full resolution at https://youtu.be/oNuIIbW_gxI
Prompt: A confident man in a sleek black leather jacket stands in front of a tech warehouse. With a sly smirk and a knowing glint in his eye, he taps his temple with one finger. Behind him, a neatly stacked stash of GPUs gleams under fluorescent lighting, exuding an almost holy glow. The camera zooms in slightly, capturing his subtle eyebrow raise, as if he's saying, "Smart investments only." The scene radiates a humorous yet cinematic vibe, blending cleverness with tech-savvy charm. Compare Tools
Generated on December 25, 2024:
Pika ingredients test with 2 images and a text prompt. See full resolution at https://youtu.be/pK5vlMqssaM
Prompt: The camera moves in a slow dolly shot, revealing a woman seated motionless at a gilded desk. Her posture is upright but relaxed, and the desk is cluttered with peculiar trinkets: a tiny wind-up robot, a stack of mismatched teacups, and a miniature cactus wearing a bow tie. The frame captures her from behind, the gold of the desk gleaming in vibrant, playful light. A massive, ornate mirror dominates the wall before her, its gilded frame now adorned with dangling fairy lights. In the mirror’s reflection, her face comes into view—she’s smiling warmly, her eyes sparkling with a mischievous, playful glint, as if she’s just thought of something delightfully absurd. Compare Tools
Generated on December 21, 2024:
Pika 2.0 text -to-video prompt. See full resolution at https://youtu.be/BQiZnbZy8S4
Pika 2.0
Prompt: Arc shot rotating around the red chair engulfed in raging flames, its silhouette flickering against the pitch-black night. The fire crackles violently, growing wilder with each passing moment. Suddenly, the chair explodes with a thunderous force, sending burning debris flying in every direction. The fiery fragments illuminate the surrounding night landscape in a chaotic burst of light and sparks, leaving behind an eerie emptiness where the chair once stood—only faint embers and smoldering ash remain, floating through the air like glowing ghosts. Compare Tools
Generated on December 21, 2024:
Image to video test of Pika 2.0.
Prompt: Pikaeefect: "Explode it".
Generated on December 18, 2024:
Pika 1.5 image-to-video using pikaeefect "Explode it". Higher video resolution here https://youtu.be/SmPw_4Nv5pE
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Latest Pika News
April 16, 2025
Drops PIKATWISTS - Describe the change you’d like to see and watch your wildest ideas come to life, with all the twists and turns you imagine.
April 4, 2025
Pikaframes just got multiplied. Now, you can add up to 5 frames and see your photos come alive in a video up to 25s.
March 21, 2025
Pika teases new video tweaking feature which looks really exciting. It allows to manipulate any character or object in your video, while keeping the rest perfectly intact.
March 14, 2025
New Pikaffects drop! Morph into iconic characters and alter egos with stunning precision and smooth transitions, available now at Pika dot art or on the iOS app.
March 3, 2025
Has just released their Pika 2.2 model. Now you can create 1080p videos up to 10 sec.
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This page was last updated on June 4, 2025 at 6:29 PM
