Sora
OpenAI’s video model with synchronized audio and a social app.
Overview
Sora is OpenAI’s text-to-video model family. The latest generation produces clips with synchronized dialogue and sound and is distributed through a dedicated social app as well as ChatGPT, with availability that varies by country.
Best for
- Story-driven clips with dialogue
Specs
| Spec | Sora |
|---|---|
| Developer | OpenAI |
| Type | video |
| Where to use it | Sora app and ChatGPT (availability varies by region); API |
| Price | Included in some ChatGPT plans with usage limits; API priced per second. |
| Open weights | No |
Strengths
- Synchronized audio and dialogue
- Strong world simulation and physics
Limitations
- Regional availability limits
- Usage caps on consumer plans
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FAQ
What is Sora?
Sora is OpenAI’s text-to-video model family. The latest generation produces clips with synchronized dialogue and sound and is distributed through a dedicated social app as well as ChatGPT, with availability that varies by country.
How much does Sora cost?
Included in some ChatGPT plans with usage limits; API priced per second.
Can I use Sora on AiLoft?
Sora isn't hosted on AiLoft. The closest models you can run here are Veo 3.1, Kling 2.5 Turbo and Seedance 2.5 — with pay-as-you-go credits and a side-by-side compare mode.
What is Sora best for?
Story-driven clips with dialogue
Is Sora open source?
No. Sora is a closed model. You can use it through: Sora app and ChatGPT (availability varies by region); API.
What are the best alternatives to Sora?
Popular alternatives include Veo 3.1, Kling 2.5 Turbo, Seedance 2.5 and Runway. See the alternatives page for a full breakdown.
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