Grok Imagine I2V Pricing & Cost
Grok Imagine I2V is xAI's image-to-video model. Pass a source image URL and a motion prompt; Grok animates it into a 6-15 second clip. Best for taking an AI-generated still and turning it into a moving shot.
This page breaks down the credit cost for Grok Imagine I2V when called via the AetherWave MCP server from Claude Code, Cursor, Continue, or any MCP-aware agent. Credits map to USD at a fixed rate, so the cost is predictable.
Full cost breakdown
Per-second pricing by resolution. 4 cr/s at 480p, 6 cr/s at 720p. Duration 6-15 seconds. Audio included at base cost. Requires imageUrl as the first frame. KIE primary with fal.ai fallback.
Cost scenarios in USD
Here is what common workflows cost in USD at Grok Imagine I2V's rate:
| Workflow | Credits | USD |
|---|---|---|
| 6-second clip | 24 cr | $0.12 |
| 10-second clip | 40 cr | $0.20 |
| 5x 6-second clips | 120 cr | $0.60 |
| Studio sub fits | 70 6s clips/mo (1,700 cr) | - |
How Grok Imagine I2V compares
vs seedance-pro-i2v at 3-10 cr/s: Both are competitive I2V options. Grok includes audio at base price; Seedance Pro is slightly cheaper per second. Pick based on whether audio matters.
4 cr/sec at 480p, 7 cr/sec at 720p
Best for: image-to-video animation
seedance-pro-i2v at 3-10 cr/s
See the comparison above for when each one wins.
Run aetherwave_list_video_models from Claude Code to see the full live pricing across all models in one call. The MCP rubrics in each tool's description also route the agent automatically when a budget hint is in the prompt.
Where credits come from
You can fund your AetherWave account three ways:
- Free: Starter credits on signup plus up to 80 credits from one-time community quests (Discord, social shares, follow channels)
- Studio subscription: $9.99/mo for 1,700 credits monthly. Cancel any time.
- One-time bundles: starting at $4.99 for 500 credits, up to $79.99 for 9,000 credits. Bundle credits never expire.
Quick install
To run Grok Imagine I2V from Claude Code, install the AetherWave MCP server with one command:
Get your free API key at your Profile page (Developer tab). The MCP exposes 31 tools total; aetherwave_generate_video is the one that gives the agent access to Grok Imagine I2V.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Grok Imagine I2V cost per generation?
Per-second pricing by resolution. 4 cr/s at 480p, 6 cr/s at 720p. Duration 6-15 seconds. Audio included at base cost. Requires imageUrl as the first frame. KIE primary with fal.ai fallback.
How do AetherWave credits convert to USD?
Credits map to USD at a fixed rate, so Grok Imagine I2V's 4 cr/sec at 480p, 7 cr/sec at 720p translates to the per-generation figures in the scenario table above. Credits come from a Studio subscription, one-time bundles, or starter credits + community quests on the free tier.
Is Grok Imagine I2V worth the cost vs cheaper alternatives?
vs seedance-pro-i2v at 3-10 cr/s: Both are competitive I2V options. Grok includes audio at base price; Seedance Pro is slightly cheaper per second. Pick based on whether audio matters. The right call depends on what matters most for your workflow: variation count, deterministic output, latency, or absolute quality ceiling.
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