Text and images become video
Create a new scene from words or animate an uploaded first frame with Pika H3. Add an optional last frame to guide the endpoint, giving you more control over where the shot begins and ends.
TEXT TO VIDEO · IMAGE TO VIDEO · REFERENCE TO VIDEO
Pika H3 Online
AI Video Generator
Turn your words and images into moving scenes with Pika H3. Create 5–15 second videos, guide the result with reference media, and choose landscape, portrait, or square output at up to 768p. Generate, preview, and download online—no software installation needed. Try it free with 15 welcome credits on first sign-in.
Create AI Videos with Pika H3
THE OVERVIEW
Pika H3 Turns Text, Images and References into AI Videos
The Pika H3 AI video generator gives you three ways to create online. Turn a written description into a new scene, animate a still image, or combine reference media in Standard mode to guide your video. Use Pika H3 for product reveals, social clips, cinematic landscapes, and character moments. Choose the output settings yourself and review how credits work before creating.
Create directly in your browser with Pika H3: select 480p or 768p, set a duration from 5 to 15 seconds, and choose a frame that suits your next post or edit. Looking for Pika H3 Flex? This independent studio has its own generation controls and credits; published Pika H3 Flex features and subscriptions are separate from the options available here.
From your first upload to your finished download, the Pika H3 guide walks you through the online generation workflow.
VIDEO INSPIRATION
Explore Cinematic Scenes, Product Videos and AI Animation
Discover creative directions for your next Pika H3 video, from detailed product close-ups to landscapes and animated characters. Find inspiration in camera movement, lighting and action, then bring your next video idea to life.
Pika H3 Video Features and Pika H3 Flex Comparison
Generate online with flexible inputs and output settings. See how the published Pika 2.5 and Pika H3 Flex capabilities compare.
- Direct the sceneGive Pika H3 a subject, camera direction, lighting, and sound cues in one prompt.
- Set the frameChoose the aspect ratio, resolution, and duration for your Pika H3 scene.
- Plan each takeCheck the Pika H3 credit estimate before submitting your video.
| Capability | Pika 2.5Earlier generation | Pika H3 FlexReleased October 29, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Scene guidance | Text, reference, and keyframe inputs. | Text, first/last frames, and up to 12 references. |
| Sound workflow | The cited 2.5 listing does not specify separate audio stems. | Synchronized audio; five separate stems through Pika-hosted tools. |
| Resolution | Check the selected Pika 2.5 tool for its output options. | 480p / 768p generation. |
| Developer access | Available through Pika’s hosted creation tools. | Released generator adapters and inference code, subject to license terms. |
Pika H3 Flex is post-trained from MiniMax H3. The comparison describes published model capabilities; availability in this independent Pika H3 studio may differ.
Sources · Oct 30, 2026Pika 2.5 listingH3 Flex release notes
BUILT FOR YOUR NEXT IDEA
Why Choose Pika H3?
Pika H3 combines three creation modes, flexible video formats, and online previews in one workspace. Move from an idea or image to a downloadable clip without setting up local software.
Guide scenes with references
Use Pika H3 Standard mode to combine up to 12 reference files. Images and videos can guide the visual direction, with audio as supporting reference. Include at least one image or video.
Flexible formats, up to 768p
Generate Pika H3 videos in landscape, portrait, or square formats. Choose 480p or 768p and 5–15 seconds to make a short social clip, a widescreen scene, or a shot for a longer edit.
Try free, then create on your terms
Start Pika H3 with 15 free welcome credits. See the cost of each generation before submitting and choose settings that fit your credit budget, then track your task and download the completed video.
MADE FOR YOUR NEXT PROJECT
Pika H3 AI Video Use Cases
Find a direction for your Pika H3 brief through game-world adventures, cinematic camera moves, music promotion, dance, and animated presenters.
Step from live action into a game world
A drink from the fridge becomes the start of a block-built adventure. The character enters a voxel house, takes up a pixel sword, and explores a moonlit world before returning to the kitchen. This reference combines a live-action character with game-inspired environments—a creative direction for gaming shorts, fantasy transitions, and playful story sequences.
Create your videoA SIMPLE START
How to Create an AI Video with Pika H3
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Choose text, image or references
Start Pika H3 with a description, upload a first-frame image, or add reference media in Standard mode. Describe the movement you want. Follow the step-by-step guide to set up your first generation.
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Set the frame
Choose your Pika H3 preset, resolution, aspect ratio, and draft duration. Review the estimate before moving on.
03
Generate your video
Sign in to Pika H3, check your available credits, and select Generate video. Follow the task status while Pika H3 brings your scene to life.
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Watch and download
Preview your completed Pika H3 video and download it to your device. Open My creations to find earlier clips and compare different takes.
CREATE YOUR WAY
More Control from Your First Frame to Your Finished Video
Choose how Pika H3 starts your video, then set the format and review the result. Three input modes give you different ways to bring an idea to life.
Start with words, an image, or references
- Text to videoDescribe a scene and let Pika H3 generate the visuals and movement.
- Image to videoUpload a first frame, describe its motion, and optionally add a last frame.
- Reference to videoCombine up to 12 image, video, and audio files in Standard mode, including at least one visual reference.
- Creative directionDescribe camera movement, lighting, and the action you want Pika H3 to create.
YOUR STARTING POINT
Bring a product photo to life, turn a written scene into a cinematic shot, or use references to explore a character and setting.
Create, review, and download online
- 480p or 768p outputChoose your Pika H3 resolution before generating.
- 5–15 second clipsSet a duration that gives your scene room to unfold.
- Landscape, portrait, or squareMatch your video to the frame your next post or edit needs.
- Preview and downloadWatch the completed Pika H3 clip, enlarge it to review the details, then save it. Need help describing an action? Use the prompt guide.
FREE TO TRY ONLINE
Your 15 welcome credits cover one five-second Economy video at 480p or 768p. Review the estimate before generating; further attempts use your remaining credits.
ONE-TIME CREDIT PACKS
Try Pika H3 Free, Then Choose Your Video Credit Pack
How much does Pika H3 cost? Generation uses credits based on your preset, resolution, and duration. Budget by the attempt, including revisions. At Economy and 480p, a five-second Pika H3 clip is estimated at 10 credits; ten attempts use 100 credits. Compare other settings with the credit calculator. A five-second Standard clip at 768p is estimated at 25 credits. For 2K output, the MiniMax H3 video generator has its own settings and credit rates. Keep room for another Pika H3 take when refining an action or camera move. These packs apply to this Pika H3 workspace, not a separate Pika H3 Flex subscription.
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Try your first ideas
Starter
For your first creative experiments.
500credits included
$19.90USD · one-time payment
$39.80 per 1,000 credits
A small first step. Plenty to explore.
About 50 video attempts5 seconds · Economy · 480p
One-time purchase · No subscription
Compare video estimates
- About 50 attempts
Economy · 480p · 10 credits each - About 33 attempts
Economy · 768p · 15 credits each - About 20 attempts
Standard · 768p · 25 credits each
Estimates use the whole pack at one setting. Longer clips and retries use more credits; finished videos are not guaranteed.
Recommended
Creator
Room to explore more directions.
1,400credits included
$49.90USD · one-time payment
$35.64 per 1,000 credits
10% lower cost per credit vs. Starter
About 140 video attempts5 seconds · Economy · 480p
One-time purchase · No subscription
Compare video estimates
- About 140 attempts
Economy · 480p · 10 credits each - About 93 attempts
Economy · 768p · 15 credits each - About 56 attempts
Standard · 768p · 25 credits each
Estimates use the whole pack at one setting. Longer clips and retries use more credits; finished videos are not guaranteed.
Lowest cost per credit
Studio
A larger budget for ongoing projects.
3,200credits included
$99.90USD · one-time payment
$31.22 per 1,000 credits
21% lower cost per credit vs. Starter
About 320 video attempts5 seconds · Economy · 480p
One-time purchase · No subscription
Compare video estimates
- About 320 attempts
Economy · 480p · 10 credits each - About 213 attempts
Economy · 768p · 15 credits each - About 128 attempts
Standard · 768p · 25 credits each
Estimates use the whole pack at one setting. Longer clips and retries use more credits; finished videos are not guaranteed.
Pay onceNo automatic renewalsTop up when you need
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
Pika H3 AI Video Generator: Your Questions Answered
Can I try Pika H3 for free?
Yes. Pika H3 gives new users 15 welcome credits on first sign-in, enough for one five-second Economy clip at 480p (10 credits) or 768p (15 credits). The credits do not expire and are awarded once. Pika H3 is not an unlimited free video generator; check the estimate before each attempt. You can compare additional credit packs when you need more.
What happens to my credits if generation fails?
If a generation task fails, the credits deducted for that task are returned to the same account. Check your credit history for the return. A pending task or interrupted connection is not a confirmed failure; resume status checks before submitting another request.
How long does video generation take?
Pika H3 generation time varies with your settings and the service workload. The progress bar estimates the wait; it does not promise a completion time. You can visit another page and return to check the task. Published Pika H3 Flex model speed figures are not an end-to-end delivery guarantee for this studio.
How do I generate and download a Pika H3 video?
Open Pika H3 in your browser, sign in, and choose text, image, or reference input. Add your prompt, review the settings and credits, then generate. When the task completes, preview, enlarge, or download your Pika H3 video directly in the studio. You do not need to install an app or a local workflow.
Will the same Pika H3 prompt produce an identical scene?
Pika H3 results can vary even when the wording stays the same. Keep a record of your Pika H3 prompt and settings when comparing creative directions, and judge the whole sequence rather than one appealing frame. The Pika H3 Prompt Guide explains how to make a revision answer one specific question.
Is this the official Pika H3 Flex website?
No. This is an independent Pika H3 video studio, not the official Pika website. Pika H3 Flex is a separate published model release. Its downloads, hosted features, subscriptions, and performance claims do not define what this workspace offers. Use the settings and credit estimate shown here to plan your video.
Can AI video replace my final editing pass?
A Pika H3 clip is one ingredient in an edit. Plan time for pacing, captions, exact branding, audio levels, and a review of the people or material depicted. A Pika H3 creative brief should describe the scene you need, while your finishing process checks whether it is suitable for its intended audience.
What material should I avoid using?
Do not include private records, unauthorized likenesses, or material you are not allowed to use. Pika H3 prohibits NSFW content and deceptive impersonation. For a public campaign, review permissions and claims before publishing. See the Terms of Service for the site’s content rules.
Try the Pika H3 AI Video Generator Free Online
Turn text, images or references into your next Pika H3 video. Sign in for 15 free welcome credits, choose your settings, and create online.
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