Luma Dream Machine Pricing (2026)
Full breakdown of Luma Dream Machine plans, costs, and what you get at each tier. See how it compares to other AI video generation tools.
Luma Dream Machine pricing
AI Video GenerationChecked Aug 2026- Lite$9.99/month
Free option: Free (limited).
Usage limits are approximate. Credits: Monthly generation allowance for video; exact allotments vary
What it covers
AI video generator with start and end frame keyframing and camera controls.
- Text-to-video and image-to-video
- Start and end frame keyframing
- Camera motion controls
- Video extension
- API access
Cost projections
| Period | Monthly billing | Annual billing |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | $9.99 | $9.99 |
| 3 months | $29.97 | $29.97 |
| 6 months | $59.94 | $59.94 |
| 12 months | $119.88 | $119.88 |
Compare AI Video Generation pricing
| Tool | Monthly | Annual | Free tier | Usage limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luma Dream Machine | $9.99/month | $9.99/month | Yes | Monthly generation allowance for video; exact allotments vary |
| Runway | $15/month | $12/month | Yes | 625 monthly credits; per-clip cost varies by model and length |
| Pika | $10/month | $8/month | Yes | Monthly video credits; ~80 credits per 10s 1080p clip |
| Kling | $10/month | $6.67/month | Yes | ~660 monthly credits for video generation |
| HeyGen | $29/month | $24/month | Yes | ~600 monthly credits for avatar videos and translations |
| Synthesia | $29/month | $18/month | Yes | ~10 minutes of generated video per month |
| Descript | $24/month | $16/month | Yes | Monthly media hours plus a separate AI credit pool |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Luma Dream Machine cost?
Luma Dream Machine Lite costs $9.99/mo with higher generation limits and faster processing. A free tier with limited monthly generations is available, and a Plus tier covers heavier use.
Is Luma Dream Machine free to use?
Yes, Luma offers a free tier with limited generations per month. Lite at $9.99/mo raises limits and removes some restrictions, with higher tiers for heavier video generation.
How does Luma pricing compare to Runway and Pika?
Luma Lite is $9.99/mo, Pika Standard is $10/mo, and Runway Standard is $15/mo. All three generate short AI video clips; Luma differentiates with start and end frame keyframing.
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