Kling API v1

April 18, 2025 (February 16, 2026)

This is an experimental API for Kling AI, a generative artificial intelligence service developed by Chinese short video giant Kuaishou Technology.

Kling AI is considered by many to be the best AI model, leading the pack with prompt adherence, video quality and unmatched consistency.

Our API support Kling models v3, O1, 2.6, 2.5, 2.1, 2.0, 1.6 and 1.5 with optional audio generation for enhanced video experiences. Model v3 brings enhanced video quality with 3-15s duration, multi-shot storytelling, VIDEO elements, improved image generation with 4k resolution, and custom voice support. Model 2.6 supports Native Audio generation and Motion Control (apply motion from video to image).

Avatars 2.0 with AI-powered lip-sync video generation and TTS support. Elements for creating reusable character/object references across v3 and O1 generations.

In contrast to the official Kling API, which starts at $4,200/month Video Generation ($2,100/month Image Generation) and requires a 3-month subscription commitment, you can start using the API with a Free or $10/month Standard plan and upgrade or top up your account as needed.

As a bonus, you can execute unlimited generations of:

💲 Cost calculator

Current Kling prices and offers

Name Cost $ Credits Single credit cost
Pro monthly (3000 credits per month) $33 3000 $0.01100

Generation Pricing

Kling Model Credits Single generation cost
2.6 Pro Native Audio 1080p 10sec 70 $0.77
2.6 Pro Native Audio 1080p 5sec 35 $0.39
2.6 Pro 1080p 10sec 50 $0.55
2.6 Pro 1080p 5sec 25 $0.28
2.6 Std 720p 10sec 30 $0.33
2.6 Std 720p 5sec 15 $0.17
2.5 Pro 1080p 10sec 50 $0.68
2.5 Pro 1080p 5sec 25 $0.34
2.1 Pro 1080p 10sec 70 $0.53
2.1 Pro 1080p 5sec 35 $0.27
2.1 Std 720p 10sec 40 $0.30
2.1 Std 720p 5sec 20 $0.15
2.x Master 1080p 10sec 200 $1.52
2.x Master 1080p 5sec 100 $0.76
1.6 Pro 1080p 10sec 70 $0.53
1.6 Pro 1080p 5sec 35 $0.27
1.6 Std 720p 10sec 40 $0.30
1.6 Std 720p 5sec 20 $0.15
Motion Std 720p 10sec 70 $0.53
Motion Std 720p 5sec 35 $0.27
Motion Pro 1080p 10sec 100 $0.76
Motion Pro 1080p 5sec 50 $0.38
Video Extend 20 $0.22
Video Add Sound 2.5 $0.025
Effects Std 20 $0.22
Effects Pro 35 $0.39
LipSync 5sec 5 $0.06
LipSync 10sec 10 $0.11
Avatar 2.0 Pro (per sec) 8 $0.09
Avatar 2.0 Std (per sec) 4 $0.04
Virtual Try-On 5 $0.06
KOLORS 1.5/2.0/2.1 Image 1 $0.01
O1 Image 1k 1 $0.01
O1 Image 2k 1 $0.01
O1 Video Pro 10sec 70 $0.77
O1 Video Pro 5sec 35 $0.39
O1 Video Std 10sec 35 $0.39
O1 Video Std 5sec 18 $0.20
v3 Video Pro (per sec) 12 $0.13
v3 Video Std (per sec) 9 $0.10
v3 Image 1k 1 $0.01
v3 Image 2k 2 $0.02
v3 Image 4k (VIP) 4 $0.04
KOLORS v3.0 Image 1 $0.01

Setup Kling

Postman collection (February 16, 2026)
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