VEO3 API is the most affordable video generation API that uses Google's Vertex AI VEO 3.0 models to create high-quality 4K videos from text prompts and images.

How much does VEO3 API cost?

VEO3 API offers the cheapest pricing starting at just $0.024 per credit, making it the most affordable VEO3 API solution available.

What video quality does VEO3 API support?

VEO3 API supports 4K video generation with synchronized audio, offering both Fast and Quality modes for different use cases.

veo3gen is the product and brand behind veo3gen.co — an affordable platform to generate Google Veo 3 and Veo 3.1 videos using a web app and a developer API, with documentation and pay-as-you-go pricing.

Is there a veo3gen app?

Yes. The veo3gen web app is available at veo3gen.co: sign in to open your dashboard, generate videos with Veo 3 models, manage API keys, billing, and creations. Developers can use the same account for API access and docs at /docs.

Credit System

Understand VEO3's credit-based pricing model. Pay only for what you generate with transparent, predictable costs based on model usage and video count.

Pay-per-UseNo Monthly FeesTransparent Pricing

Credit validity: Credits remain available for at least 30 days from the date they are credited to your account. After that period, unused credits may expire or continue at our sole discretion; see the Terms of Service.

Pricing: Rates and credits-per-video may change at any time. Documentation is for illustration; the Terms of Service control.

Pricing Structure

Simple, transparent pricing based on the model you choose and number of videos generated

VEO 3.0 Fast

Cost-effective generation

190

credits/video (with audio)

120 credits/video (no audio)

190 cr with audio / 120 cr without

Included Features

Text-to-video
Image-to-video
Audio generation
Prompt enhancement

Model ID:

veo-3.0-fast-generate-001

VEO 3.0 Quality

Premium quality generation

500

credits/video (with audio)

250 credits/video (no audio)

500 cr with audio / 250 cr without

Included Features

Text-to-video
Image-to-video
Audio generation
Prompt enhancement

Model ID:

veo-3.0-generate-001

VEO 3.1 Fast

Latest Veo 3.1 fast model with first+last frame support

190

credits/video (with audio)

120 credits/video (no audio)

190 cr with audio / 120 cr without

Included Features

Text-to-video
Image-to-video
First+Last Frame
Audio generation
Prompt enhancement

Model ID:

veo-3.1-fast-generate-001

VEO 3.1 Quality

Latest Veo 3.1 premium model with first+last frame support

500

credits/video (with audio)

250 credits/video (no audio)

500 cr with audio / 250 cr without

Included Features

Text-to-video
Image-to-video
First+Last Frame
Audio generation
Prompt enhancement

Model ID:

veo-3.1-generate-001

VEO 3.1 Lite

Most affordable 720p model

credits/video (with audio)

35 credits/video (no audio)

65 cr with audio / 35 cr without

Included Features

Text-to-video
Image-to-video
Audio generation
Prompt enhancement

Model ID:

veo-3.1-lite-generate-001

Image-to-video generation is supported on all Veo 3.x models. Credits are charged at the selected model's rate (e.g. 190 cr for Fast with audio, 500 cr for Quality with audio).

Credit Calculation

Understanding how credits are calculated based on model choice and video count

Calculation Formula

Total Credits = (Model Credits) × (Sample Count)

Model Credits

80 (Fast) or 400 (Generate)

Sample Count

1-2 videos per request

Duration

Fixed at 8 seconds

Fast Video (no audio)

Model: VEO 3.1 Fast

Calculation:

120 × 1 = 120 credits

Total Credits:120

Fast Video (with audio)

Model: VEO 3.1 Fast

Calculation:

190 × 1 = 190 credits

Total Credits:190

Quality Video (with audio)

Model: VEO 3.1 Quality

Calculation:

500 × 1 = 500 credits

Total Credits:500

Lite Video (no audio)

Model: VEO 3.1 Lite

Calculation:

35 × 1 = 35 credits

Total Credits:35

Most affordable option — 720p

Billing and Refunds

This isn't just about cost; it's about making informed decisions to maximize your return on investment while creating stunning visual content.

Credit Deduction

Credits are deducted when generation starts

Credits are charged upfront, not upon completion

Failed Generations

Credits are refunded for failed generations

If generation fails due to system error, credits are returned

Billing Cycle

Credits are consumed in real-time

No monthly billing - pay as you generate

Minimum Duration

All videos billed as 8-second duration

Even shorter videos (5-7s) are charged for 8 seconds

Credit validity

At least 30 days from credit date; no guarantee after that

Unused credits may expire or be removed after 30 days at our discretion unless we state otherwise in writing

Pricing changes

Rates and credit costs may change at any time

We may adjust prices and credits per request without prior notice; see Terms of Service

Starting Credits

100

Free credits to get started

Minimum Duration

Seconds (billing minimum)

Max per Request

Videos per request

Cost Optimization

Strategies to maximize your credit value and minimize costs

Choose the Right Model

Use VEO 3.0 Fast for prototyping and social media content

💡 Up to 80% cost reduction

Batch Your Requests

Generate multiple videos in single requests (max 2 per request)

💡 Reduced API overhead

Optimize Prompts

Clear, specific prompts reduce need for regeneration

💡 Avoid failed generations

Monitor Usage

Track your credit consumption and set budget alerts

💡 Prevent overspending

Usage Scenarios

Realistic examples of monthly credit usage for different use cases

Social Media Creator

Quick content for social platforms

Monthly Volume:

50 videos

Recommended Model:

VEO 3.0 Fast

Monthly Cost:4,000 credits

Marketing Agency

High-quality marketing materials

Monthly Volume:

20 videos

Recommended Model:

VEO 3.0 Generate

Monthly Cost:8,000 credits

App Developer

Prototyping and final assets

Monthly Volume:

100 videos

Recommended Model:

Mixed (80% Fast, 20% Generate)

Monthly Cost:8,000 credits

Enterprise

High-volume production workflows

Monthly Volume:

500+ videos

Recommended Model:

Custom pricing available

Monthly Cost:Contact sales

Credit Monitoring

Track and manage your credit usage effectively

Usage Tracking

Real-time credit balance
Usage history and trends
Model-specific breakdowns

Budget Alerts

Low balance warnings
Monthly spending limits
Email notifications

Auto-Recharge

Automatic credit top-ups
Customizable thresholds
Prevent service interruption

Next Steps

Ready to start generating? Explore the API endpoints and examples

API Endpoints

Learn how to make generation requests

Examples

See practical usage examples and code

Models

Compare model capabilities and features