Seedance 2.5 AI video generator
ByteDance's newest video model. Turn a photo or a prompt into a cinematic clip up to 30 seconds long.
- 4–30 seconds
- Up to 1080p
- 16:9 · 9:16 · 1:1
- Start + end frame
- Optional sound
What is Seedance 2.5?
Seedance 2.5 is an AI video generation model from ByteDance, the company behind TikTok and CapCut. ByteDance's Seed team released it on July 31, 2026 as the successor to Seedance 2.0.
It creates one continuous shot of up to 30 seconds from a text prompt or a photo, with realistic motion, steady characters and camera moves you describe in plain words. On Mouseart you use it straight from the browser, with no setup, and pay per video with credits.
| Made by | ByteDance (Seed team) |
|---|---|
| Released | July 31, 2026 |
| Video length | 4 to 30 seconds |
| Resolution | 480p, 720p or 1080p |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 9:16 or 1:1 |
| Inputs on Mouseart | Text prompt, start frame, end frame |
| Sound | Optional |
| Render time | Usually 2 to 3 minutes |
| Price on Mouseart | 160 credits for 5 s at 720p |
What you can do with Seedance 2.5
30 seconds in one take
Make a clip from 4 to 30 seconds without stitching short clips together.
Sharp up to 1080p
Draft at 480p, post at 720p and export the final cut at 1080p.
Photo to video
Start from your own photo and Seedance 2.5 brings it to life with natural motion.
Start and end frame
Add a last frame too, and the model creates the motion between the two pictures.
Text to video
No photo? Describe the scene, the action and the camera move in plain words.
Sound when you want it
Turn on audio to get sound with your video, or keep it silent.
How to use Seedance 2.5
- 01
Add a photo, or skip it
Upload a photo as the first frame, or go straight to the prompt for text to video.
- 02
Describe the shot
Say what happens, how the camera moves and the mood. Short, concrete prompts work best.
- 03
Generate and download
Pick 4 to 30 seconds and 480p, 720p or 1080p, then generate. Download the video when it's ready.
Seedance 2.5 prompt examples
Tap a prompt to open it in the editor with Seedance 2.5 selected.
“Slow dolly-in on a woman in a red coat on a rainy Tokyo street at night, neon reflections on wet asphalt, shallow depth of field, film grain.”
Use this prompt“Aerial drone shot gliding over a misty pine forest at sunrise, golden light breaking through the fog, slow forward motion.”
Use this prompt“Close-up of a barista pouring latte art in slow motion, steam rising, warm café light, gentle handheld sway.”
Use this prompt“A man in a black suit sits on a white bed on an empty beach, waves rolling in behind him, the camera slowly pulls back to a wide shot.”
Use this prompt
Seedance 2.5 templates
Trending effects built on Seedance 2.5. Add a photo and generate, no prompt needed.
Seedance 2.5 vs 2.0 vs 2.0 Fast
Every Seedance model on Mouseart works for text to video and image to video, in 16:9, 9:16 or 1:1, with optional sound.
| Model | Length | Resolution | End frame | 5 s at 720p | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seedance 2.5 | 4–30 s | 480p, 720p, 1080p | Yes | 160 credits | Long takes and the most realistic motion |
| Seedance 2.0 | 4–15 s | 480p, 720p, 1080p, 4K | No | 100 credits | 4K output at a lower price |
| Seedance 2.0 Fast | 4–15 s | 480p, 720p | No | 80 credits | Quick drafts and social clips |
Seedance 2.5 price in credits
Credits come with one-time 30-day plans from $7 / ₹499, or a pack of 90 credits for $4 / ₹299. Pay by UPI or card. Failed videos are refunded automatically. See all plans
| Video | Credits |
|---|---|
| 5 s at 480p | 76 |
| 5 s at 720p | 160 |
| 5 s at 1080p | 400 |
| 10 s at 720p | 320 |
| 30 s at 720p | 960 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Seedance 2.5?
Seedance 2.5 is ByteDance's newest AI video model, released on July 31, 2026. It turns a text prompt or a photo into a cinematic video up to 30 seconds long.
How long can a Seedance 2.5 video be?
From 4 to 30 seconds, in one continuous take. Seedance 2.0 stops at 15 seconds.
What resolution does Seedance 2.5 support?
On Mouseart you can pick 480p, 720p or 1080p, in 16:9, 9:16 or 1:1. For 4K, use Seedance 2.0.
Can Seedance 2.5 turn a photo into a video?
Yes. Add your photo as the start frame. You can also add an end frame, and Seedance 2.5 creates the motion between the two pictures.
Does Seedance 2.5 make sound?
Yes. Turn on audio before you generate to get sound with the video.
How much does Seedance 2.5 cost?
On Mouseart a 5-second 720p video costs 160 credits and a 10-second one costs 320. Credits come with one-time 30-day plans from $7 / ₹499, or a credit pack for $4 / ₹299.
Is Seedance 2.5 free?
Not on Mouseart. There's no free plan; the smallest option is a 90-credit pack for $4 / ₹299. Videos have no watermark.
Seedance 2.5 or 2.0: which should I use?
Use Seedance 2.5 for longer clips (up to 30 seconds), end frames and the most realistic motion. Use Seedance 2.0 when you need 4K or a lower price, and 2.0 Fast for quick drafts.
Who made Seedance 2.5?
The Seed team at ByteDance, the company behind TikTok and CapCut.
Related
Make your first Seedance 2.5 video
Plans start at $7 / ₹499. Failed videos are refunded automatically.
Last updated October 2, 2026. Source: ByteDance Seed: Introducing Seedance 2.5.