Polished short
$2.08
4s · 720p
GOOGLE PREMIUM VIDEO MODEL
Veo 3.1
Short polished clips with native audio, reference-guided shots, and first-last or extend workflows.
Use Veo 3.1 for premium 4, 6, or 8 second shots when you need text-to-video, start images, reference stills, first/last-frame control, or clip extension inside MaxVideoAI.
Premium short clips
Build polished 4, 6 or 8 second shots for ads, launches and narrative beats.
Native audio
Generate synchronized ambience, dialogue or sound direction on supported routes.
Reference stills
Use start images or multiple references to anchor identity, styling and wardrobe.
First-last control
Bridge opening and ending frames when the final pose or product placement matters.
Extend route
Continue an existing Veo render without changing engines.
720p or 1080p
Choose the exposed MaxVideoAI resolutions before generation.
Veo 3.1 pricing at a glance
Audio-on preset totals - see the exact live price in the app before you generate.
Native-audio shot
$3.12
Most popular6s · 1080p
Common production check
$4.16
8s · 1080p
Max duration
8s
Up to 8s at 1080p
All prices are MaxVideoAI display prices in USD credits for preset scenarios.
Real Veo 3.1 examples
See live Veo 3.1 renders powered by the same settings you have in MaxVideoAI.
Real community renders
See what's possible with Veo 3.1 — current Veo model for cinematic video and reference-guided control.
Recreate any shot
Jump into the app with one click and reuse the setup.
Native audio
Dialogue, ambience and SFX generated in sync.
Multi-shot continuity
Keep characters, style and scene consistency across sequences.
Production-aware
Built-in guardrails and safety filters for responsible review.
When should you choose Veo 3.1?
Choose Veo 3.1 for short polished shots where motion quality, audio and reference fidelity matter more than the lowest iteration cost.
Need reference control?
Use a start image, multiple reference stills, or first-last frames when the shot has to respect a product, character or ending composition.
Comparing production routes?
Compare Veo 3.1 with Kling 3 Pro when you are deciding between premium short polish and longer storyboard-style control.
How to Prompt Veo 3.1 by Workflow
Veo 3.1 is not just a text model. Choose the right path in the UI: plain-language text-to-video, image-guided animation, multi-reference control, first/last bridging, or clip extension.
Tip: Veo follows natural language well. Lead with subject, action, and context, keep one camera move, and use positive constraints. Use the specific Veo route for references, first/last, and extend.
Source: Official Veo prompt guide
How Veo 3.1 uses references
Text prompt
Describe the subject, camera path, pacing, lighting and audio intention clearly.
Start image
Use one still to define the opening composition and visual identity.
Reference set
Attach still references when wardrobe, product details or style need to stay consistent.
First-last frames
Provide opening and closing images to guide the transition and final landing point.
Extend pass
Continue a Veo clip when the idea needs more time after the first render.
Text-to-video prompt
Use when the shot starts from language and Veo should infer the scene naturally.
Subject + action + context:
[Who/what does what, and where]
Camera:
[Shot size + one move]
Look:
[Lighting + palette + atmosphere]
Sound:
[Optional ambience / dialogue / SFX]
Constraint style:
Say what you want ("clean background", "steady handheld") rather than what you do not want.EXAMPLE
Constraint style: Say what you want ("clean background", "steady handheld") rather than what you do not want.
Global principles
- Write in plain language; do not overcomplicate the brief.
- Keep one clear physical action and one camera move per clip.
- Tell Veo what must stay fixed when you bridge or extend a shot.
- Use positive constraints and concrete atmosphere cues.
- Use references to stabilize brand, wardrobe, product, or setting, not to fight the camera direction.
Engine quirks / what to watch for
- Text-to-video and single-image animation work best when the brief reads like a live-action shot.
- Reference mode is best for brand, character, and product consistency.
- First/last mode works when you define the opening frame, the landing frame, and one transition logic between them.
- Extend works best when you describe only the new beat while preserving camera rhythm, location, and subject identity.
Demo: wireless earbuds product micro-story
8s reference-guided product ad (16:9, 1080p, native audio)Subject: Premium wireless earbuds • Action: Macro rotation, in-use moment, and closing case
Camera: Smooth dolly moves across three short beats • Style: Cinematic product ad, warm interior to cool street light
Audio: City ambience, soft electronic bed, short voiceover
View full prompt
Shot 1 (0-3s): macro close-up of one wireless earbud rotating on a wooden desk, shallow depth of field, warm desk lamp glow. Shot 2 (3-6s): medium shot of a young professional putting the earbuds on before stepping into a lively city street, soft bokeh in the background. Shot 3 (6-8s): close-up of the charging case clicking shut beside a laptop, subtle reflections on the shell. Camera: smooth dolly moves between beats, handheld feel but stable. Lighting: warm interior shifting to cool evening street light, light film grain. Audio: low city ambience, soft electronic music bed, short voiceover: "Block the noise, keep the focus." No subtitles. Negative: no visible brands, no on-screen text, no ultra-wide distortion.
8s16:9Audio on
8s16:9
View full renderBefore you generate
Prepare the frame before video
Lock the character, fix the viewpoint, or build the source still before you spend credits on motion.
Tips & Limitations
Veo 3.1 is easiest to control when you write like a shot brief: framing, one camera move, and clear lighting cues.
What works best
- Director notes win: shot size + angle + one camera move (dolly / pan / handheld) before you describe style.
- Keep one hero subject per shot; make the action physical and easy to read.
- For continuity, reuse the same “shot recipe” (palette, lighting, lens feel) and change only one variable at a time.
- Audio works best with minimal cues: ambience + 1 key sound, or one short VO line.
Common problems → fast fixes
- Prompt drift / ignores details → cut extra actions, move camera + framing to the first lines, and keep constraints positive (“clean background”, “centered subject”).
- Motion feels messy → one move only, slower action, simpler background.
- Off-brand look → lock palette + lighting, reuse the same wording across takes, use a reference frame when possible.
- Text/signage breaks → keep readable text off-screen; plan to overlay critical copy in post.
- VO / lip sync feels off → shorten lines and avoid long monologues.
Hard limits to keep in mind
- Up to 8 seconds per render; go longer by chaining clips (or Extend).
- 720p and 1080p are the resolutions exposed by this MaxVideoAI route.
- 24 fps only.
- Tiny UI text and small lettering are unreliable — add in post.
Veo 3.1 vs Veo 3.1 Fast
Two routes, one series. Pick the right one for your stage.
View Veo 3.1 Fast details →Use Veo 3.1 when you need:
- Higher-fidelity frames and polish
- Sound in the same pass when you want it
- More reliable follow-through on prompts
Use Veo 3.1 Fast when you want:
- Rapid concept testing and volume drafts
- Cheaper A/B ad variants and social loops
- Quick iteration before upgrading winners
Compare Veo 3.1 vs other AI video models
These side-by-side comparisons break down price, resolution, audio, speed, and motion style so you can pick the right engine fast.
Each page includes real outputs and practical best-use cases.
Veo 3.1 vs Veo 3.1 Fast
Choose Fast when you need cheaper timing tests or reference-to-video drafts; stay on Veo 3.1 when the approved shot needs premium motion, audio and 1080p polish.
Compare Veo 3.1 vs Fast →Veo 3.1 vs Kling 3 Pro
Choose Kling 3 Pro when longer controlled sequences and storyboard-style planning matter more than Veo’s short premium audio-ready finish.
Compare Veo 3.1 vs Kling 3 Pro →Veo 3.1 vs Sora 2 Pro
Compare Sora 2 Pro when you are deciding between OpenAI-style concept generation and Veo 3.1’s Google route for polished brand shots.
Compare Veo 3.1 vs Sora 2 Pro →Real Specs - Veo 3.1 route in MaxVideoAI (720p/1080p, 4-8s)
The limits that shape your renders.
Price / second
Audio on $0.52/s · Audio off $0.26/s
Text-to-Video
Supported
Image-to-Video
Supported
Video-to-Video
Supported (Extend from one source video)
First/Last frame
Supported
Start / reference image
Image-to-Video: 1 start image; Reference-to-Video: 1-4 stills
Reference video
Supported (one source clip for Extend)
Max resolution
720p/1080p exposed in the MaxVideoAI route
Max duration
8s
Aspect ratios
16:9 / 9:16 / 1:1
FPS options
24 fps
Output format
MP4
Audio output
Supported
Native audio generation
Supported
Lip sync
Supported
Camera / motion controls
Advanced
Watermark
No visible MaxVideoAI watermark; provider/model provenance markers may apply
Release date
Oct 2025
Directable framing
Strong at director notes, framing, and camera language for repeatable shots. Great when you need consistent brand composition.
Details
Directable framing
Strong at director notes, framing, and camera language for repeatable shots. Great when you need consistent brand composition.
- Use wide/medium/close and camera verbs.
- Anchor composition with a hero subject.
- Describe movement before styling.
- Reuse the same shot recipe for variants.
Sound & continuity
Sound can be generated in the same pass, and references help carry a look across beats. Keep the visual recipe stable for continuity.
Details
Sound & continuity
Sound can be generated in the same pass, and references help carry a look across beats. Keep the visual recipe stable for continuity.
- Add light SFX or ambience cues.
- Lock palette and lighting between shots.
- Make small, controlled prompt deltas.
- Use reference frames when possible.
Safety & people / likeness
Built-in safeguards and best practices for responsible creation with Veo 3.1.
- Use original characters and owned references.
- Avoid real people, celebrities and protected characters.
- Do not use someone's likeness without consent.
- Avoid copyrighted franchises, logos and protected IP.
FAQ – Veo 3.1 in MaxVideoAI
What is Veo 3.1?
On MaxVideoAI, Veo 3.1 is the current Google AI video model for short cinematic clips, text-to-video prompts, image-to-video runs, reference-guided workflows, native audio, and extension workflows.
Is Veo 3.1 available in Europe or the UK?
Yes. MaxVideoAI routes Veo jobs through supported provider endpoints, so you can render from Europe, the UK and most supported regions without separate Veo contracts.
Can Veo 3.1 generate vertical videos?
Yes. Veo 3.1 supports 16:9 and 9:16 across the main routes; 1:1 is exposed for text and first/last-frame runs. Choose 9:16 for Reels/TikTok/Shorts and keep key action centered.
Does Veo 3.1 support image-to-video?
Yes. Google Veo 3.1 can start from a single still in Image-to-Video, use 1-4 reference stills in Reference-to-Video, or bridge a start and last frame.
How do I use Veo 3.1 for text-to-video?
Start with one clear subject, one action, one camera instruction, and your target format. Veo 3.1 text-to-video prompts usually work best when movement, lighting, and audio cues are explicit.
Can I go beyond 8 seconds?
Base clips are 4/6/8 s. Use Extend from one existing source video; confirm the final duration and resolution controls in the app before generation.
How do I keep Veo 3.1 on-brand?
Use reference stills (Nano Banana or your brand library), keep character/setting descriptions consistent, and call out palette/lighting.