Playful AI video creation with scene ingredients — drag, drop, and animate anything
Free tier available; Standard $8/mo; Pro $28/mo
What Is Pika 2.0?
Pika 2.0 is an AI video generation model developed by Pika Labs. Pika 2.0 introduces 'Scene Ingredients' — a drag-and-drop approach to AI video that lets you combine reference images, text, and style controls to build scenes. Known for its accessible interface and creative effects (like Inflate 3D and Crush), Pika makes AI video creation feel like play rather than engineering. It generates short clips (up to 10 seconds) ideal for social media content, ads, and creative shorts.
Overview
| Description | Pika 2.0 introduces 'Scene Ingredients' — a drag-and-drop approach to AI video that lets you combine reference images, text, and style controls to build scenes. Known for its accessible interface and creative effects (like Inflate 3D and Crush), Pika makes AI video creation feel like play rather than engineering. It generates short clips (up to 10 seconds) ideal for social media content, ads, and creative shorts. |
| Developer | Pika Labs |
| Version | Pika 2.0 |
| Category | Video Model |
| Status | Available |
| Pricing | Free tier available; Standard $8/mo; Pro $28/mo |
Capabilities7
| 1 | Scene Ingredients: drag-and-drop video composition |
| 2 | Image-to-video animation |
| 3 | Text-to-video generation |
| 4 | Creative effects (Inflate 3D, Crush, Melt, Explode) |
| 5 | Lip sync and character animation |
| 6 | Video extension and looping |
| 7 | Camera motion controls |
Model Tiers
| Tier | Speed | Quality | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | ~30s | 720p, watermark | Free (limited) |
| Standard | ~20s | 1080p, no watermark | $8/mo |
| Pro | ~15s | 1080p, priority | $28/mo |
Output Specs
| Max Duration | 10 seconds per clip |
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
Prompting Tips
Prompt
Upload product image as Scene Ingredient, add prompt: 'Product slowly rotating on a reflective surface, studio lighting, luxury advertisement, smooth camera orbit, 4 seconds'
Expected Result
Polished product video for Instagram Reels or TikTok
Prompt
Text-to-video: 'Logo animation: the letters of BRAND NAME form from floating particles, dramatic reveal, dark background with golden particles, cinematic lighting, 3 seconds'
Expected Result
Branded intro clip for YouTube or TikTok
Prompt
Upload a headshot, apply Inflate 3D effect and prompt: 'Person turning to camera with surprised expression, dramatic zoom in, motion blur'
Expected Result
Eye-catching effect clip for social media hooks
Best Fit
Best For
- ✓Creative social media clips
- ✓Product showcase videos
- ✓TikTok/Reels content
- ✓Quick video ads
- ✓Non-technical video creators
Watch Out For
- ✗Long-form video content (>10s)
- ✗Photorealistic cinematic quality — Runway leads
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pika 2.0?
Pika 2.0 is a video AI model developed by Pika Labs. Playful AI video creation with scene ingredients — drag, drop, and animate anything. Pika 2.0 introduces 'Scene Ingredients' — a drag-and-drop approach to AI video that lets you combine reference images, text, and style controls to build scenes. Known for its accessible interface and creative effects (like Inflate 3D and Crush), Pika makes AI video creation feel like play rather tha...
How much does Pika 2.0 cost?
Free tier available; Standard $8/mo; Pro $28/mo. Free: Free (limited); Standard: $8/mo; Pro: $28/mo
What can Pika 2.0 create?
Pika 2.0 is best for: Creative social media clips, Product showcase videos, TikTok/Reels content, Quick video ads, Non-technical video creators. Key capabilities include Scene Ingredients: drag-and-drop video composition, Image-to-video animation, Text-to-video generation, Creative effects (Inflate 3D, Crush, Melt, Explode).
How do you access Pika 2.0?
Pika 2.0 is available through: Pika Web App (native), Pika API (api), Discord Bot (native).
Is Pika 2.0 free to use?
Yes, Pika 2.0 offers free access. Free (limited).