Introduction
Sora 2 is a powerful AI media generation model capable of producing vivid 10–15 second videos with synced audio from either text or images. Understanding its pricing helps buyers budget per clip or per minute, and also compare if using a platform like Wisdom Gate offers savings.
Understanding Sora 2
Core Features
- Natural language video generation: Just type a description and receive a richly detailed video.
- Image-to-video: Provide an image as context to guide video output.
- Synced audio: Audio tracks match the visual motion.
Output Quality Options
- Standard (sora-2): 10s, 720p, watermark-free.
- HD (sora-2-hd): 10s, 1080p, watermark-free.
- Pro (sora-2-pro): 15s, 1080p, watermark-free.
Official Sora 2 API Pricing
Cost per Tier
- sora-2: $0.20 per generation
- sora-2-hd: $0.50 per generation
- sora-2-pro: $1.00 per generation
Video Specs per Tier
| Tier | Duration | Resolution | Watermark |
|---|---|---|---|
| sora-2 | 10s | 720p | No |
| sora-2-hd | 10s | 1080p | No |
| sora-2-pro | 15s | 1080p | No |
How Billing Works
To access Sora 2 series models, a $10 top-up is required for Tier 2 and above. Pricing operates on a per-generation token charge; each request consumes tokens based on model tier.
Example Usage
Text-to-Video Request
{
"model": "sora-2",
"stream": true,
"messages": [
{ "role": "user", "content": "A girl walking on the street." }
]
}
Image-to-Video (Pro tier) Request
{
"model": "sora-2",
"stream": true,
"messages": [
{ "role": "user", "content": [
{ "text": "A girl walking on the street.", "type": "text" },
{ "image_url": { "url": "https://juheapi.com/cdn/20250603/k0kVgLClcJyhH3Pybb5AInvsLptmQV.png" }, "type": "image_url" }
] }
]
}
Wisdom Gate vs Direct Access Pricing
Wisdom Gate Model Catalog
Wisdom Gate offers Sora 2 models via its API catalog at: https://wisdom-gate.juheapi.com/models/sora-2
Cost Savings Analysis
Wisdom Gate may bundle tokens or offer subscription packages that reduce per-video cost compared with paying the full direct API rate, especially for HD and Pro generations.
How to Calculate Cost per Minute
Step-by-Step Formula
- Determine desired tier cost per clip.
- Calculate clips needed per minute (e.g., six 10-second clips = 1 minute).
- Multiply clip cost by clips per minute.
Example for HD tier:
- Cost per clip: $0.50
- Clips per minute: 6 (10s)
- Total per minute: $3.00
| Tier | Clip Length | Clips per Minute | Cost per Minute |
|---|---|---|---|
| sora-2 | 10s | 6 | $1.20 |
| sora-2-hd | 10s | 6 | $3.00 |
| sora-2-pro | 15s | 4 | $4.00 |
Practical Tips for Buyers
- Define resolution needs: Choose HD or Pro only if required.
- Batch requests: Combine prompts efficiently.
- Use Guest Mode: Free access to public character IDs can save asset costs.
- Aspect ratio control: Include "horizontal" or "vertical" in your prompt.
Feature Control Tips
Guest Mode
Reference public character IDs in prompts with @id format, e.g., @sama.
Aspect Ratio Control
Control portrait vs landscape by specifying "horizontal" or "vertical".
Comparing Providers
Wisdom Gate Token Bundles
If you plan high-volume generation, look for bulk token discounts or plans.
When Direct Sora 2 Access is Better
Direct access suits single or occasional clips where subscription overhead is not justified.
Conclusion
Sora 2 pricing scales by resolution and duration, with per-minute costs ranging from $1.20 to $4.00. For regular buyers, Wisdom Gate's bundles may provide significant savings over direct API rates. Start with Standard tier to test quality, then scale up once you're confident in generation performance.