> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.auraforcreators.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# AI Models

> Simple guide to choosing the right AI model for your needs

# Which AI Model Should I Use?

Aura has 6 AI models — 3 for images and 3 for videos. Each one is optimized for different types of content:

## Image Models

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Aura Photo" icon="image">
    **Hyper-realistic images**

    Character consistency feature available
  </Card>

  <Card title="Seedream 4" icon="sparkles">
    **Advanced image generation**

    High-quality photo creation
  </Card>

  <Card title="Nano Banana" icon="banana">
    **Creative image generation**

    Unique artistic styles
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Video Models

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Sora 2" icon="video">
    **Text-to-video & image-to-video**

    Available in UK/EU
  </Card>

  <Card title="Seedance 1 Pro" icon="film">
    **Hyper-realistic videos**

    Text or text + image input
  </Card>

  <Card title="WAN 2.5" icon="rocket">
    **Professional video generation**

    High-quality video creation
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

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## Image Models

### Aura Photo

**Best for: Hyper-realistic images with character consistency**

* Takes 15-30 seconds to create
* Costs 4-6 credits depending on quality
* Creates images (720p low quality, 1080p high quality)
* **Character consistency feature**: Create consistent characters across multiple images
* The most hyper-realistic AI photo model available

**When to use:**

* Product photography
* Professional headshots
* Marketing materials requiring consistent characters
* Social media content

**Use cases:** Brand campaigns, product catalogs, influencer content, personal branding

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### Seedream 4

**Best for: Advanced image generation**

* Takes 15-30 seconds to create
* Costs 4-6 credits depending on quality
* Creates high-quality images (720p low quality, 1080p high quality)
* Advanced image generation capabilities

**When to use:** When you need high-quality images with advanced features

**Use cases:** Creative projects, artistic content, professional photography

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### Nano Banana

**Best for: Creative and unique image styles**

* Takes 15-30 seconds to create
* Costs 4-6 credits depending on quality
* Creates images with unique artistic styles (720p low quality, 1080p high quality)
* Perfect for creative and artistic content

**When to use:** When you want unique artistic styles or creative variations

**Use cases:** Art projects, creative content, unique visual styles

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## Video Models

### Sora 2

**Best for: Professional video generation (UK/EU available)**

* Takes 90-120 seconds to create
* Costs 4-6 credits depending on quality
* **Text-to-video**: Create videos from text prompts
* **Image-to-video**: Upload an image and create videos from it
* Creates 5-second videos (720p low quality, 1080p high quality)
* **Available in UK/EU regions**

**When to use:**

* Marketing videos
* Professional content creation
* UK/EU based creators

**Use cases:** Marketing campaigns, promotional videos, social media content, professional presentations

<Note>
  Sora 2 is available in UK/EU regions and supports both text-to-video and image-to-video generation.
</Note>

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### Seedance 1 Pro

**Best for: Hyper-realistic videos from scratch**

* Takes 90-120 seconds to create
* Costs 4-6 credits depending on quality
* Works with text prompts or text + reference image
* Creates 5-second hyper-realistic videos (720p low quality, 1080p high quality)
* Most realistic video generation available

**When to use:** When you want the most realistic video content from text or images

**Use cases:** Music videos, cinematic content, professional video production, UGC content

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### WAN 2.5

**Best for: Professional video generation**

* Takes 90-120 seconds to create
* Costs 4-6 credits depending on quality
* Creates high-quality videos (720p low quality, 1080p high quality)
* Professional-grade video generation

**When to use:** When you need professional-quality video content

**Use cases:** Business videos, professional content, high-quality productions

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## Quick Decision Guide

**I want to create...**

* **The most realistic photo with character consistency** → Use **Aura Photo**
* **Advanced high-quality images** → Use **Seedream 4**
* **Creative/artistic images** → Use **Nano Banana**
* **Professional videos (UK/EU)** → Use **Sora 2**
* **The most realistic video from text/image** → Use **Seedance 1 Pro**
* **Professional video content** → Use **WAN 2.5**

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## Content Specifications

**All videos are 5 seconds long, regardless of quality setting:**

* **Low Quality**: 720p resolution (images and videos)
* **High Quality**: 1080p resolution (images and videos)

## Quality Options

Every model has 2 quality settings:

**Low Quality**

* Cheaper (costs fewer credits)
* Still looks great
* Perfect for social media and testing ideas
* Videos: 720p resolution

**High Quality**

* More expensive (costs more credits)
* Best possible results
* Use for professional work and final versions
* Videos: 1080p resolution

<Tip>
  Start with Low Quality to test your idea. If you like it, make it again in High Quality.
</Tip>

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## Pricing That Makes Sense

### Image Models

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Aura Photo" icon="image">
    **Hyper-realistic images**

    **Low**: 4 credits *(720p)*

    **High**: 6 credits *(1080p)*

    *Character consistency available*
  </Card>

  <Card title="Seedream 4" icon="sparkles">
    **Advanced images**

    **Low**: 4 credits *(720p)*

    **High**: 6 credits *(1080p)*

    *High-quality generation*
  </Card>

  <Card title="Nano Banana" icon="banana">
    **Creative images**

    **Low**: 4 credits *(720p)*

    **High**: 6 credits *(1080p)*

    *Unique artistic styles*
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

### Video Models

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Sora 2" icon="video">
    **Text/image-to-video**

    **Low**: 4 credits *(720p)*

    **High**: 6 credits *(1080p)*

    *UK/EU available*
  </Card>

  <Card title="Seedance 1 Pro" icon="film">
    **Hyper-realistic videos**

    **Low**: 4 credits *(720p)*

    **High**: 6 credits *(1080p)*

    *5-second videos*
  </Card>

  <Card title="WAN 2.5" icon="rocket">
    **Professional videos**

    **Low**: 4 credits *(720p)*

    **High**: 6 credits *(1080p)*

    *High-quality generation*
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Note>
  **Pro tip:** All models use the same credit system. Start with Low quality to test ideas, upgrade to High quality when you're ready to create the final version.
</Note>

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## Ready to Start?

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Get Started Now" href="/getting-started" icon="rocket">
    Follow our simple guide to create your first AI content
  </Card>

  <Card title="Choose Your Plan" href="/pricing-credits" icon="credit-card">
    See monthly subscription plans and pricing options
  </Card>
</CardGroup>