Magic Hour Free Tier Guide
Grade BCompare sub-models, daily quota limits, login requirements, and generation settings.
Free video output at a glance
Based on 500 frames and the lowest observed video cost. Actual output can change with duration, resolution, audio, references, and other settings.
Overview
Magic Hour is an AI video and media generation platform known for stylized Animation, Video-to-Video transformations, Face Swap video synthesis, and Text-to-Video generation. It offers unique visual styles, claymation presets, and seamless camera motion effects.
New users receive 500 free frames upon sign-up without entering credit card information, allowing several initial video creation experiments.
Free Tier Specifications
| Feature | Finding / Status |
|---|---|
| Price | $0 / month |
| Initial Frame Allowance | 500 free frames on sign-up |
| Reset Behavior | One-time signup bonus; monthly plans available at Creator ($10/mo for 2,500 frames) |
| Resolution | 720p HD on Free |
| Watermark | Magic Hour watermark on free exports |
| Credit Card Requirement | No credit card required |
| Supported Modes | Animation, Video-to-Video, Face Swap Video, Text-to-Video, Lip Sync |
Video Cost Notes
In Magic Hour, video length is calculated in rendered frames:
- A typical 5-second video at 24 fps uses approx. 120 frames.
- The 500 free initial frames allow users to generate approximately 4 standard 5-second video clips or one longer 20-second animated sequence.
Data Notes
Observed from Magic Hour's authenticated workspace and pricing plans on 2026-08-10.
Sources
Sub-Models & Credit Costs
Costs and estimated output vary by model and generation settings. This table is the structured catalog's single source for model-level credit details.
| Model Name | Cost Per Video | Max Duration | Max Resolution | Est. Runs / Cycle | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Hour Animation (5s 720p) | 120 frames | 5s | 720p | 4/cycle | — |
| Magic Hour Video-to-Video (5s 720p) | 120 frames | 5s | 720p | 4/cycle | — |
| Magic Hour Face Swap Video (5s 720p) | 60 frames | 5s | 720p | 8/cycle | — |
| Magic Hour Lip Sync (5s 720p) | 30 frames | 5s | 720p | 16/cycle | — |
Advantages (Pros)
- •500 free initial frames upon signup for testing all video modes
- •Diverse video creation tools: Video-to-Video stylization, Animation, Face Swap, and Lip Sync
- •High aesthetic rendering styles with customizable motion presets
Limitations (Cons)
- •One-time initial frame allocation on Free (ongoing allowance requires Creator /mo)
- •Watermarked exports in 720p resolution
Free Policy Matrix
Alternative Free Tools
AIReel
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Vivideo
Authenticated UI observed 2026-08-10: Free plan provides access to 30+ top AI video models (Veo 3.1, Seedance 2.5, Kling 2.5, Sora 2, Wan 2.6), but includes 0 initial generation credits. Users can earn 5 free credits via Trustpilot review task or subscribe to /week Pro plan (30 credits/week).
OpenArt
Authenticated UI observed 2026-08-10: Free plan provides 40 initial trial credits + 10 daily free credits. Supports Seedance 2.5, Kling 2.6/3.0, Veo 3, and Wan 2.6. Video generations cost 20-80 credits per 5s clip.