# Ray32 vs Vidu

> Ray32: Independent web app for generating and editing video with Luma AI's Ray 3.2 model
> Vidu: Generate consistent AI videos from text, images and reference characters in one workspace

- Ray32 profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/ray-3-2-ai
- Vidu profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/vidu
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/ray-3-2-ai-vs-vidu
- Last reviewed: October 2026

## Verdict

Ray32 and Vidu are both Video AI tools. Vidu scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (7.8 vs 7.5 out of 10), led by value for money and ease of use. Only Vidu has a free plan or trial. Only Vidu is available on iOS, Android and CLI and offers an API.

### Choose Ray32 if

- You want a tool built for short clips with keyframe control.
- One-time credit packs with no subscription, and credits that do not expire.
- Supports up to 16 keyframes, HDR and 16-bit EXR export from Luma's Ray 3.2 model.

### Choose Vidu if

- You want a tool built for short clips that need a consistent character or product across shots, and animating still images.
- Reference to Video with a saved My References library helps keep characters and props consistent.
- Supports text, image and reference inputs, plus first and last frame control.

## Pricing

| | Ray32 | Vidu |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Paid | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | No | Yes |
| Starting price | $9.90 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Ray32 | Vidu |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Multi-keyframe control | Yes | Not listed |
| Video Edit (Modify Video V2) | Yes | Not listed |
| Reframe | Yes | Not listed |
| HDR and EXR export | Yes | Not listed |
| Text-to-video and image-to-video | Yes | Not listed |
| Facial performance tracking | Yes | Not listed |
| Credit packs | Yes | Not listed |
| Reference to Video | Not listed | Yes |
| My References | Not listed | Yes |
| Image to Video | Not listed | Yes |
| Text to Video | Not listed | Yes |
| Text and Reference to Image | Not listed | Yes |
| Vidu S real-time model | Not listed | Yes |
| Vidu Agent and AI Templates | Not listed | Yes |
| Off-Peak Mode | Not listed | Yes |
| API Platform | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Ray32 | Vidu |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | No | No |
| macOS | No | No |
| iOS | No | Yes |
| Android | No | Yes |
| API | No | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |
| CLI | No | Yes |

## Ray32 strengths

- One-time credit packs with no subscription, and credits that do not expire
- Supports up to 16 keyframes, HDR and 16-bit EXR export from Luma's Ray 3.2 model
- Four workflows in one web interface, including Video Edit and Reframe
- States clearly that it is independent of Luma AI
- Downloads are MP4 without watermarks

## Ray32 limitations

- Operating company, address and legal jurisdiction are not disclosed
- A 10-second 1080p text-to-video clip costs 180 credits, more than the 160-credit Starter pack
- Text and image clips are limited to 10 seconds
- No free tier and no public API of its own
- Generated content is subject to Luma AI's terms, and the site's own terms do not cover commercial use

## Vidu strengths

- Reference to Video with a saved My References library helps keep characters and props consistent.
- Supports text, image and reference inputs, plus first and last frame control.
- Free credits let users test the product before paying.
- Public API with published per-second pricing for each model and resolution.
- Available on web, iOS, Android and a CLI.

## Vidu limitations

- Plan prices are not visible without loading the pricing page, and third-party sources disagree on them.
- Credit costs vary by model and resolution, so per-video cost is hard to predict; 4K Q4 preview output costs 78 credits per second in the API.
- CostBench reports user complaints about credits being spent on failed renders in the consumer product, and a 2.2/5 Trustpilot score from 17 reviews.
- Clip generation only; scripting, sequencing and final mixing need other tools.

## FAQ

**Is Ray32 better than Vidu?**

It depends on your workflow. Ray32 is built for short clips with keyframe control. Vidu is built for short clips that need a consistent character or product across shots, and animating still images.

**What are the key feature differences between Ray32 and Vidu?**

Ray32: Independent web app for generating and editing video with Luma AI's Ray 3.2 model. Vidu: Generate consistent AI videos from text, images and reference characters in one workspace.

**Does Ray32 or Vidu have a free plan?**

Vidu has a free plan or trial; Ray32 is paid only.

**Which is cheaper, Ray32 or Vidu?**

Ray32 starts at $9.90 and Vidu starts at $0. See the pricing table above for what each tier includes.