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Vidu

Blends up to seven reference images into one consistent video, solving character drift

4.3 Video
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Bottom line: Blends up to seven reference images into one consistent video, solving character drift. Free plan available.

Multiple-Entity Consistency solves a well-documented, persistent AI-video problem More generations require a paid plan
Reviewed by Challenging Voice Editorial · Updated Jul 2026 How we rate
PricingFrom $8/mo
Free planYes
CompanyShengShu Technology
PlatformsAndroid, Web
Best forVideo
Founded2024
Visits33
Last reviewedJun 2026
UpdatedJul 2026
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Overview

Vidu, developed by ShengShu Technology, a Tsinghua University-linked lab, and launched in 2024, generates video from text or image prompts, but built its reputation on Multiple-Entity Consistency, described as the first capability of its kind: blending unrelated reference images, people, objects, environments, into one video while keeping each element true to its original appearance.

That consistency mechanism directly addresses what the AI-video field calls character collapse, a character's appearance subtly drifting between separately generated shots, a persistent problem for anyone producing a series of related clips featuring the same character or product, with the current model supporting up to seven reference images per generation.

A free tier covers standard use, and paid plans start around $8 a month for more generations. For a creator producing a series of related clips featuring the same character, product, or setting, who needs that appearance to stay consistent across every shot, Vidu's Multiple-Entity Consistency feature addresses that specific, well-documented problem directly.

Key features

  • Multiple-Entity Consistency blending up to seven reference images per video
  • Directly addresses character collapse across separately generated shots
  • Free tier for standard use
  • Operating since 2024
  • Reference-to-Video feature for faces, gestures, scenes, or props
  • API access with lip-sync and MCP support for developers

Screenshots & demo

Demo video

Screenshots

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Pricing

Vidu has a free plan, and paid plans start at $8/mo.

  • Pricing modelFreemium
  • Starting priceFrom $8/mo
  • Free planYes
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Is Vidu expensive?

Vidu starts at $8, which is 50% below the Video median of $15.95 a month across the 130 priced tools we list in that category.

The cheapest paid option in Video starts at $0.5 and the most expensive at $295.

65% of Video tools in the directory offer a free tier, and this is one of them.

Compared against every priced listing in Video, recalculated as the catalogue changes. Method and the full market breakdown are in our AI tool pricing study.

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Multiple-Entity Consistency solves a well-documented, persistent AI-video problem
  • Free tier available for standard use
  • Supports up to seven reference images, more than several comparable competitors
  • API access with MCP support suits developer workflows

Cons

  • More generations require a paid plan
  • Consistency-focused strength matters less for single, standalone clips
  • Newer product with a shorter track record than more established competitors

How it compares

ToolRatingFreeFromBest known for
Vidu (this tool)4.3Yes$8/moMultiple-Entity Consistency blending up to seven reference images per video
LTX Studio4.2Yes$15/moPersistent Character Profiles maintaining consistent appearance across every shot
Artflow AI3.5YesFreeConsistent AI character creation across scenes (Actor Builder)
CinemaDrop3.5YesFreeScript generation with scenes, dialogue and structure

Alternatives to Vidu

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Build a consistent AI character once, then animate it across scenes with text-to-speech and lip-sync – Character Builder, Image Studio, Video Studio and Story Studio in one platform.

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One logline becomes a full vertical drama series, at an intro rate that more than doubles.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Vidu?
Vidu is a video tool. Blends up to seven reference images into one consistent video, solving character drift.
Is Vidu free?
Yes, Vidu offers a free plan. Paid plans unlock more features and higher usage limits, starting at $8/month.
How much does Vidu cost?
Vidu starts at $8 per month. See the pricing plans above for full details.
What are the best Vidu alternatives?
The closest matches in the directory are LTX Studio, Artflow AI, and CinemaDrop, compared side by side above.

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