HappyHorse Tutorial
Model selection guide: Seedance 2.0 vs Kling 3.0 vs HappyHorse 1.0
Practical guides for using the open-source HappyHorse AI video model.
Current model landscape in 2026
Date: 2026-05-23
In the AI video generation space, three major models have emerged as leaders in 2026: Seedance 2.0 (ByteDance), Kling 3.0 (Kuaishou), and HappyHorse 1.0 (Alibaba). Each has taken the top spot on the Artificial Analysis video model leaderboard at different points.
Capability comparison
Based on third-party benchmarks and user testing, here's how these models compare:
| Dimension | HappyHorse 1.0 | Seedance 2.0 | Kling 3.0 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Text-to-Video (no audio) ranking | #1 (Elo 1,357) | #2 (Elo 1,273) | Top tier |
| Image-to-Video (no audio) ranking | #1 (Elo 1,406 - historical high) | Top tier | Top tier |
| Overall with audio | #2 | #1 | Competitive |
| Narrative density | Needs improvement | Excellent | Good |
| Single frame quality | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Action coherence | Moderate | Excellent | Moderate |
| Physics simulation | Good | Good | Moderate |
Pricing analysis
All three models offer competitive pricing in the mainstream range:
| Model | 720P price | 1080P price | Best discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| HappyHorse 1.0 | 0.9 yuan/sec | 1.6 yuan/sec | 0.44 yuan/sec (Pro member) |
| Seedance 2.0 | ~1 yuan/sec | Not natively supported | 0.48 yuan/sec |
| Kling 3.0 | 0.48-0.96 yuan/sec | Supported | Limited-time 20% off |
HappyHorse 1.0 stands out with its engineering efficiency: generating a 5-second 1080P video on a single H100 takes only 38 seconds — 2-3x faster than Seedance 2.0.
Selection guide
Choose HappyHorse 1.0 if:
- You need the best visual quality in text-to-video without audio
- You want open-source flexibility for local deployment
- Fast generation speed is critical for your workflow
- You prefer native 1080P output
Choose Seedance 2.0 if:
- You need the best audio-visual sync and narrative continuity
- Video reference features are important for your use case
- You're already integrated with ByteDance's ecosystem
Choose Kling 3.0 if:
- Single frame quality is your top priority
- You need stable, consistent output for product shots
- Budget optimization is important