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Model Comparison
Hailuo 02 vs Seedance 2 free portrait vs choreographed motion
The core difference between Hailuo 02 and Seedance 2.0 is this: Hailuo 02 is the cheapest portrait iteration model; Seedance 2 trades portrait subtlety for choreographed group and dance scenes. Based on the current dataset, Seedance 2.0 leads in aggregate quality rating by 1.0 points, but the final choice should follow your budget and scene priority.
Last updated: 2026-05-20
Side-by-side specs — brand, pricing, resolution, duration, audio, inputs and aspect ratios.
| Dimension | Hailuo 02 | Seedance 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | MiniMax | ByteDance |
| Editorial rating | 4.0 / 5 | 5.0 / 5 |
| Pricing tier | Free tier | Free tier |
| Max resolution | 512p · 768p · 1080p | 480p · 720p |
| Durations supported | 6s · 10s | 5s · 10s · 15s |
| Native audio | Not supported | Supported |
| Inputs supported | image · text | image · video |
| Aspect ratios | Model-controlled | 16:9 · 9:16 · 1:1 · 4:3 · 3:4 |
| Best scene | Headshot and portrait animation | Extreme acrobatics |
Auto-recommended from spec data — for edge cases, jump back to each model guide for strengths and limitations.
| Your need | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| I need higher resolution ceiling | Hailuo 02 |
| I need longer single-clip duration | Seedance 2.0 |
| I need native audio, no extra mixing | Seedance 2.0 |
| I trust the editorial rating | Seedance 2.0 |
| I want free access, no subscription | Both are free |
The qualitative deltas the spec table cannot show — each model's key strengths and known limitations.
Hailuo 02
Best starter model for faces and people
Seedance 2.0
The ultimate choreography and tracking engine