Introduction
Flik offers multiple AI models for generation, each with different strengths, speeds, and costs. Choosing the right model for each task is essential for efficiency, quality, and budget management.
Model Categories
Flik's models fall into four categories:
- Image Models: Still images from text prompts
- Video Models: Moving images with duration control
- Audio Models: Sound effects and effects
- Music Models: Full musical tracks
Image Model Comparison
| Model | Best For | Cost | |-------|----------|------| | Nano Banana Pro | Realistic, detailed images | Moderate | | Seedream 4.5 | Artistic, stylized images | Moderate |
When to Use Each Image Model
Nano Banana Pro:
- Photorealistic product photography
- Interior design visualizations
- Professional marketing visuals
- Architectural spaces
- Realistic portraits
- General-purpose, reliable choice
Seedream 4.5:
- Stylized and artistic images
- Illustration-style results
- Creative compositions
- Bold colors and dramatic lighting
- When you want more "artistic" interpretation
Video Model Comparison
| Model | Duration | Best For | Cost | |-------|----------|----------|------| | Veo 3.1 | 4-8s | Premium quality | High | | Seedance 1.0 | 2-12s | Flexible duration | Moderate | | Hailuo 2.3 | Auto | Simple, auto settings | Moderate | | Kling 2.6 | 5-10s | Fast iteration | Low |
When to Use Each Video Model
Veo 3.1 (Premium):
- Final approved shots only
- Hero shots and key moments
- When quality is paramount
- Client-facing deliverables
- Complex prompts requiring precision
Seedance 1.0 (Versatile):
- Most shots in your project (workhorse model)
- When you need specific duration (2-12s flexibility)
- Dynamic camera movements
- Good quality/cost balance
Hailuo 2.3 (Simple):
- Quick concepts and tests
- When you don't need duration control
- Simple, straightforward shots
- Auto settings simplify workflow
Kling 2.6 (Fast):
- Rapid iteration and testing
- Draft and concept work
- When you need many variations
- Budget-conscious projects
Cost Considerations
Strategy for efficiency:
- Draft with lower-cost models: Test concepts with Kling
- Refine with mid-tier: Polish with Seedance
- Final with premium: Only approved shots get Veo treatment
This approach:
- Saves credits on iterations
- Reserves premium model for finals
- Maintains quality where it matters
Choosing the Right Model
Ask yourself:
- What's the use case? Draft, final, social media, client presentation?
- What's the priority? Speed, cost, or quality?
- How long do I need? Model duration capabilities
- Will I iterate? Start with lower-cost for testing
💡 Model Strategy: Use lower-cost models for exploration and testing. Switch to premium models only when you know exactly what you want and need maximum quality.
Next Steps
- Image Generation — Still image generation
- Video Generation Mastery — Video fundamentals
- Audio and Music Generation — Sound and music