Sora Alternative for Occasional Short Video Clips
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OpenAI discontinued the Sora web and app experiences on April 26, 2026, and the Sora API on September 24, 2026. If you need an occasional short clip, VideoBase makes 5-second, 480p, 16:9 videos from a text prompt or an image with the H3 Max Turbo model, for 15 credits each, paid with one-time credit packs.
Who this page is for
- You make a short shot now and then (a product teaser, a social intro, a storyboard test) and don't want a recurring bill.
- You prefer paying once for a pack of credits rather than a monthly plan.
- A short, standard-resolution clip is enough for drafts and quick posts.
VideoBase is a separate service and does not use OpenAI's Sora model.
VideoBase at a glance
| VideoBase | |
|---|---|
| Model | H3 Max Turbo |
| Input | Text prompt or one image |
| Clip | 5 seconds, 480p, 16:9 |
| Cost per generation | 15 credits |
| Credit packs | $9.99 for 100, $19.99 for 220, $49.99 for 600 |
| Subscription | None; no automatic renewal |
| Purchased credits | Do not expire |
How many clips a pack covers
| Price | Credits | Clips at 15 credits |
|---|---|---|
| $9.99 | 100 | 6 (10 credits left) |
| $19.99 | 220 | 14 (10 credits left) |
| $49.99 | 600 | 40 |
When VideoBase fits, and when it doesn't
- A few clips now and then: a one-time pack, topped up only when needed.
- A batch for one project: 600 credits cover 40 five-second clips, with no renewal to cancel.
- You need long clips, 1080p, or vertical 9:16: VideoBase is not the right fit today. The current output is 5 seconds, 480p, 16:9.
Start a clip
- Have a picture? Use image to video AI.
- Starting from words? Use text to video AI.
FAQ
Is Sora still available?
According to OpenAI's help center, the Sora web and app experiences were discontinued on April 26, 2026, and the Sora API on September 24, 2026.
Is VideoBase the same as Sora?
No. VideoBase is a separate service and does not use OpenAI's Sora model. Videos are generated with the H3 Max Turbo model.
How long and how large are VideoBase clips?
Each generation is a 5-second clip at 480p in a 16:9 landscape frame.
How much does one video cost?
Each generation costs 15 credits. Credit packs are $9.99 for 100, $19.99 for 220 and $49.99 for 600 credits.
Do I need a subscription?
No. Credit packs are one-time purchases with no automatic renewal, and purchased credits do not expire.
Can I start from a photo instead of a prompt?
Yes. You can generate from a text prompt or from a single image.