# inreel vs Krea

> inreel: Turn one photo into a short vertical video with ready-made effects
> Krea: Generate and edit images, video and 3D with dozens of models in one workspace

- inreel profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/inreel
- Krea profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/krea
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/inreel-vs-krea
- Last reviewed: November 2026

## Verdict

inreel is listed under Video AI and Krea under Image & Visual AI. Krea scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.3 vs 7.3 out of 10). Both have a free plan or trial. Only Krea is available on iOS and offers an API.

### Choose inreel if

- You want a tool built for animating old or family photos.
- No subscription: pay per video from one-time credit packs starting at $9.99.
- Simple workflow with no prompt writing: pick an effect and upload one photo.

### Choose Krea if

- You want a tool built for Real-time visual ideation.
- Free plan with 100 daily units and access to real-time, image, video and 3D models.
- Many third-party and in-house models available in a single account.

## Pricing

| | inreel | Krea |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Free trial | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | inreel | Krea |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Effect library | Yes | Not listed |
| One-photo workflow | Yes | Not listed |
| Vertical output | Yes | Not listed |
| Photo animation and transformations | Yes | Not listed |
| Seasonal and greeting templates | Yes | Not listed |
| Pay-per-video credits | Yes | Not listed |
| Automatic credit refunds | Yes | Not listed |
| Private by default | Yes | Not listed |
| Purchase without an account | Yes | Not listed |
| Real-time generation | Not listed | Yes |
| Multi-model image and video generation | Not listed | Yes |
| Upscaler and enhancer | Not listed | Yes |
| Image editor | Not listed | Yes |
| LoRA training | Not listed | Yes |
| Krea Nodes and App Builder | Not listed | Yes |
| 3D and lip sync | Not listed | Yes |
| Plugins and API | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | inreel | Krea |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | No | No |
| macOS | No | No |
| iOS | No | Yes |
| Android | No | No |
| API | No | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |

## inreel strengths

- No subscription: pay per video from one-time credit packs starting at $9.99
- Simple workflow with no prompt writing: pick an effect and upload one photo
- Large library of about 97 effects, including seasonal and greeting templates
- Failed generations return credits automatically
- Videos are private by default and publishing is optional
- Clear 7-day refund path if a paid result does not look like the person

## inreel limitations

- Output is limited to 720p vertical 9:16 clips of 6 to 10 seconds
- One video at a time; batch generation and in-app editing are not available
- Free use is one watermarked video, and only with Google sign-in
- Works best with one clear adult face; group, child and screenshot photos are not supported
- Web only, with no mobile app or API
- Operator and underlying AI video model are not named

## Krea strengths

- Free plan with 100 daily units and access to real-time, image, video and 3D models
- Many third-party and in-house models available in a single account
- Real-time generation and upscaling up to 22K
- LoRA training and node-based workflows for repeatable pipelines
- Plugins for Photoshop, Adobe video tools, DaVinci Resolve and Blender, plus an API

## Krea limitations

- Compute units run out at different rates per model, so costs for video and premium models are hard to predict
- Basic, Pro and Max units do not roll over
- Commercial license is not included on the Free plan
- No official Android app was found

## FAQ

**Is inreel better than Krea?**

It depends on your workflow. inreel is built for animating old or family photos. Krea is built for Real-time visual ideation.

**What are the key feature differences between inreel and Krea?**

inreel: Turn one photo into a short vertical video with ready-made effects. Krea: Generate and edit images, video and 3D with dozens of models in one workspace.

**Does inreel or Krea have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. inreel is free trial and Krea is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, inreel or Krea?**

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.