Canonical page: https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/fal-ai/ [Mixer AI](https://mixerai.org/) › [Knowledge Base](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/) › fal.ai: prices per generation and a no-code alternative # fal.ai: prices per generation and a no-code alternative fal.ai is an API for developers: models are called from code, and each result is paid from a prepaid USD balance. For example, Nano Banana Pro costs $0.15 per image, and Kling 2.5 Turbo Pro $0.35 per 5 seconds. In Mixer AI the same models run without code: in Studio, the node-based Canvas, the Telegram bot, or from ChatGPT and Claude via MCP. Updated 2026-10-26 [Open Mixer AI](https://mixerai.org/?dl=kb_hub#/canvas) ![An image from the Mixer AI gallery.](https://mixerai.org/samples/home-hero-4.webp) An image from the Mixer AI gallery. ## What fal.ai is - A generative model platform with an API and GPU rental. fal.ai says its catalog has more than 1,500 models. - You pay per result: per image, per megapixel, per second of video or per token. - Prepaid credits are valid for 365 days. - Model chains are set up via the API; no visual node editor was found on the website. ## Prices for the same models | Model | Mixer AI | fal.ai | [Nano Banana](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/image/nano-banana/) | from 6 coins (≈ $0.066) per generation | $0.0398 | [Nano Banana 2](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/image/nano-banana-2/) | from 10 coins (≈ $0.11) per generation | $0.08 | [Nano Banana Pro](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/image/nano-banana-pro/) | from 17 coins (≈ $0.187) per generation | $0.15 | [Kling 2.5 Turbo Pro](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/video/kling-2-5-turbo/) | from 34 coins (≈ $0.374) per generation | $0.35 per 5 s | [Kling 3.0](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/video/kling-3-0/) | from 54 coins (≈ $0.59) per 5 s | $0.56 per 5 s (v3 Pro without audio) | [Seedance 2.0](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/video/seedance-2/) | from 38 coins (≈ $0.413) per 5 s | $1.52 per 5 s, 720p | [Veo 3.1](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/video/veo-3-1/) | from 25 coins (≈ $0.275) per generation | $1.00 per 5 s without audio, $2.00 with audio fal.ai prices are from the model pages as of 26.10.2026. Mixer AI prices are the lowest catalog tariffs in coins; the dollar amount is approximate. The exact price depends on the settings and is shown before the run. ## fal.ai vs Mixer AI | | fal.ai | Mixer AI | How to run | From code via the API | In Studio, Canvas, the Telegram bot, via MCP | Billing | USD prepayment, credits valid for 365 days | Balance in RUB, USD or crypto; coins do not expire | Visual editor | No | Canvas | GPU rental | Yes | No ## What Mixer AI has - Image, video, audio and text models: Nano Banana, GPT Image, Midjourney, Seedream, Kling, Seedance, Veo, Suno and more. - You pay per generation from a balance, with no subscription; coins do not expire. - Top up in RUB by card or SBP, or with separate USD and crypto methods. - Studio and the node-based Canvas on the website, the @addbeer_bot Telegram bot and MCP for ChatGPT and Claude. ## Price sources (checked 26.10.2026) - [fal.ai — pricing](https://fal.ai/pricing) - [fal.ai — Veo 3.1](https://fal.ai/models/fal-ai/veo3.1) - [fal.ai — Kling v3 Pro](https://fal.ai/models/fal-ai/kling-video/v3/pro/text-to-video) - [fal.ai — Seedance 2.0](https://fal.ai/models/bytedance/seedance-2.0/text-to-video) - [fal.ai — FAQ](https://fal.ai/docs/faq) ## How to start in Mixer AI Top up the balance. Sign in to Mixer AI and top up the balance. Pick a model. Open Studio or Canvas and pick a model, for example Kling 3.0 or Nano Banana 2. Write a prompt. Describe the shot and add a reference if the model accepts one. Check the price. The price is on the button before the run. Coins are charged only for a generation you start. ## Models in Mixer AI [ Nano Banana 2 Combine references into a scene and adapt it from a square post to a wide banner. ](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/image/nano-banana-2/)[ Nano Banana Pro For images that need composition, references and on-image text to work together. ](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/image/nano-banana-pro/)[ Kling 3.0 Multiple shots, reference-based characters and optional sound for scenes that need more than an attractive camera move. ](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/video/kling-3-0/)[ Seedance 2.0 A short scene with your character, motion and sound, with Mini, Fast and Pro versions to choose from. ](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/video/seedance-2/)[ Veo 3.1 A short scene with both picture and sound in mind, from rustling fabric to a character's line. ](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/video/veo-3-1/)[ Wan 3.0 A scene up to 30 seconds long, combining photos, motion and audio references in one request. ](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/video/wan-3-0/) ## FAQ How much does fal.ai cost? fal.ai charges per result. According to the model pages as of 26.10.2026: Nano Banana 2 is $0.08 per image, Nano Banana Pro $0.15, Kling 2.5 Turbo Pro $0.35 per 5 seconds, Veo 3.1 $0.20 per second without audio. Do I need to code to use fal.ai? fal.ai is built for calling models via the API from your own code. In Mixer AI, models run in the browser or in the Telegram bot. Does Mixer AI have an API? External access works through the MCP server: ChatGPT, Claude Code, Cursor and other MCP clients connect to it. Sign-in is with a Mixer AI account. Can I pay for Mixer AI without a USD card? Besides RUB by card and SBP/QR, Mixer AI has separate USD and crypto methods. Does Mixer AI need a subscription? No. You top up the balance and pay for each generation at the model's price. ## Other comparisons - [SYNTX AI: plans, tokens and a no-subscription alternative](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/syntx-ai/) - [GPTunneL: generation prices compared with Mixer AI](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/gptunnel/) - [MashaGPT: plans, energy and a no-subscription alternative](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/mashagpt/) - [BotHub: prices in Caps compared with Mixer AI](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/bothub/) - [ChadGPT: plans, sparks and a no-subscription alternative](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/chadgpt/) - [Pollo AI alternative: Kling, Seedance, Veo, no subscription](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/pollo-ai/) - [Tensor Art: plans and a pay-as-you-go alternative](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/tensor-art/) - [OpenArt alternative: Kling, Seedance, Veo, no subscription](https://mixerai.org/en/knowledge/openart/) [Open Mixer AI](https://mixerai.org/?dl=kb_hub#/canvas)