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Wan 3.0 vs Kling 3.0
A neutral, sourced comparison of two video models available through one API marketplace: what each supports, what each costs per second, how long each takes, and when you might choose one over the other. Figures are as of October 2026.
The comparison table
| Feature | Wan 3.0 | Kling 3.0 Standard | Kling 3.0 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| OpenRouter id | alibaba/wan-3.0 | kwaivgi/kling-v3.0-std | kwaivgi/kling-v3.0-pro |
| Modes | Text, image (first/last frame), reference | Text, image (first/last frame) | Text, image (first/last frame) |
| Clip length | 2–30 s | 3–15 s | 3–15 s |
| Resolutions | 480p, 720p, 1080p | 720p listed | 720p listed |
| Aspect ratios | 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, 9:16 | 16:9, 9:16, 1:1 | 16:9, 9:16, 1:1 |
| Audio | Yes | Yes (priced higher) | Yes (priced higher) |
| Seed control | Supported | Not supported | Not supported |
| Price per second | $0.05 (480p), $0.10 (720p), $0.20 (1080p) | $0.084; $0.126 with audio | $0.112; $0.168 with audio |
| Median render time | about 12.7 min | about 1.6 min | about 2.6 min |
| Availability note | About 92% on the listing | Not recorded | Not recorded |
| Open weights | No (API-only) | Unknown to us | Unknown to us |
Where the table says "unknown" or "not recorded", we did not find a figure and have not guessed. Kling's OpenRouter pricing table also contains entries for 480p and 1080p at the same per-second rate, while the model's supported-resolution list shows 720p only; we treat 720p as the safe assumption.
Cost of a 5-second clip
| Model and setting | 5 s clip |
|---|---|
| Wan 3.0, 480p | $0.25 |
| Wan 3.0, 720p | $0.50 |
| Wan 3.0, 1080p | $1.00 |
| Kling 3.0 Standard, 720p, no audio | $0.42 |
| Kling 3.0 Standard, 720p, with audio | $0.63 |
| Kling 3.0 Pro, 720p, no audio | $0.56 |
| Kling 3.0 Pro, 720p, with audio | $0.84 |
Wan 3.0 lists a single per-second price per resolution with audio included, so its cost does not change when you switch sound on. Kling charges roughly 50% more per second with audio. On Shotloom, Wan 3.0 clips are priced in credits: 30 for 480p, 60 for 720p, 120 for 1080p, per 5 seconds. See pricing.
When to choose Wan 3.0
- You need clips longer than 15 seconds, up to 30.
- You want 1080p, or the cheapest possible 480p draft.
- You need 4:3 or 3:4 framing, or reference-to-video.
- You want audio included in the price, or a seed to experiment with.
- You can wait: the median render is measured in minutes, not seconds.
When to choose Kling 3.0
- Turnaround matters more than anything else: its median render was around two minutes or less.
- Your shot fits within 3 to 15 seconds at 720p in 16:9, 9:16 or 1:1.
- You are iterating many times and want faster feedback loops.
Kling 3.0 is not yet live on Shotloom. It is in the model picker as coming soon, and the comparison above is meant to help you decide whether to wait for it.
What we are not claiming
This page does not rank visual quality, motion realism, prompt adherence or consistency. Those depend on your shot, and we have no controlled benchmark to cite. Cost and speed are the two things that can be read straight from public listings, so those are the two we compare. If you want to see how Wan 3.0 behaves on common shot types, the prompt library has thirty-one starting points, and the Wan 3.0 page covers its limits.
There is also a separate Wan 3.0 Prime listing on OpenRouter at higher per-second prices ($0.068, $0.14 and $0.28 for 480p, 720p and 1080p). Shotloom does not offer it.
Shotloom is independent and unofficial, and is not affiliated with Alibaba, Tongyi, Wan, Kuaishou or Kling. Model names belong to their owners.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Wan 3.0 or Kling 3.0?
At 5 seconds, Kling 3.0 Standard at 720p without audio lists at $0.42 and Wan 3.0 at 720p lists at $0.50, but Wan 3.0 includes audio in its price while Kling charges more with audio on ($0.63 for Standard). Wan 3.0 at 480p is $0.25, the cheapest option in this comparison. Prices are OpenRouter list prices as of October 2026.
Which is faster?
Kling 3.0. OpenRouter showed median job times of about 1.6 minutes for Standard and 2.6 minutes for Pro, against about 12.7 minutes for Wan 3.0 in the snapshot we took. These numbers move from day to day.
Which supports longer clips?
Wan 3.0 accepts 2 to 30 seconds. Kling 3.0 accepts 3 to 15 seconds.
Is Kling 3.0 available on Shotloom?
Not yet. It is shown in the model picker as coming soon.
Which has better quality?
We do not rank quality here, because we have no controlled tests and will not invent a verdict. Run the same prompt on both when Kling 3.0 is added and judge your own shot.