Pika App 2.5 is the latest version of Pika’s AI video model, giving you more realistic motion, better physics and stronger prompt control. The subscription side is actually pretty simple: you don’t pay separately for “2.5” – you choose a plan, get a pile of credits each month, and spend those credits on Pika 2.5 videos.
This guide explains how the Pika App 2.5 subscription works, what each plan includes, and how to pick the right tier for YouTube, TikTok, Reels or client work.
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1. How Pika App 2.5 Subscription Works
Pika uses a credit-based subscription model:
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You choose a plan (Basic, Standard, Pro or Fancy).
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Each plan gives you a fixed number of video credits per month.
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Every time you generate a video with Pika 2.5, credits are deducted.
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Advanced settings (higher resolution, longer clips, special effects) cost more credits than simple 480p clips.
Important:
Pika 2.5 itself is included for all subscribers. On the pricing page, Pika 2.5 appears directly in the credit tables for text-to-video, image-to-video and Pikaframes, with different credit costs based on quality and duration.
2. Pika 2.5 Subscription Plans & Prices
Pika currently offers four subscription tiers. Prices are shown as “per month, billed yearly” on the official pricing page, and external trackers confirm similar monthly pricing when billed month-to-month.
2.1 Basic – Free Pika 2.5 Access (Limited)
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Price: $0/month (Free)
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Credits: 80 video credits per month
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Key access:
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Pika 2.5 text-to-video & image-to-video at 480p only (5–10s clips cost 12–24 credits)
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Access to Pikadditions, Pikaswaps, Pikatwists (Turbo) and Pikaffects (image-to-video)
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Extras:
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Can download with no watermark
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Can buy extra roll-over video credits
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Commercial use is allowed, according to the current pricing page
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Best for:
Trying out Pika 2.5, experimenting with short social clips, and testing prompts before upgrading.
2.2 Standard – Affordable Daily Pika 2.5 Use
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Price: around $8/month (billed yearly on the official page; similar list price for the Standard plan on SaaS trackers)
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Credits: 700 video credits per month
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Key access:
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Full access to Pika 2.5, 2.2 (Pikascenes), Turbo & Pro models
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All Pikaffects and advanced editing features
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Higher resolutions (up to 1080p, depending on template and credit cost) for Pika 2.5
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Extras:
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Fast generations
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No watermark on downloads
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Commercial use included
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Ability to purchase extra roll-over credits
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Best for:
Solo creators and small YouTubers who post regularly and want a good balance between price, credits and features.
2.3 Pro – For Serious Creators & Freelancers
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Price: around $28/month (billed yearly on the page; similar Pro price on trackers)
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Credits: 2,300 video credits per month
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Key access:
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Same full set of Pika 2.5 / 2.2 / Turbo / Pro models as Standard
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Designed for higher volume: more clips, more iterations
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Extras:
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Faster generations than Standard
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No watermark + commercial use
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Extra roll-over credits available
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Best for:
Freelancers, small agencies and brand channels that create multiple videos per week for clients, ads or sponsored content.
2.4 Fancy – High-Volume Subscription for Studios
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Price: around $76/month (billed yearly on the page; Fancy plan listed around $76–95 on some trackers)
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Credits: 6,000 video credits per month
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Key access:
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All Pika 2.5 features, Pika 2.2 (Pikascenes), Turbo & Pro tools
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Designed for heavy daily use (batch content, multiple campaigns, client projects)
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Extras:
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Fastest generations
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No watermark, commercial use, roll-over credits
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Best for:
Content studios, large agencies, and teams running ongoing campaigns that rely on Pika 2.5 for a big chunk of their production.
3. How Many Credits Does Pika 2.5 Use?
On the official pricing table, Pika 2.5 appears in the Text-to-Video & Image-to-Video section with specific credit costs. Examples:
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480p, 5–10 seconds (2.5):
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~12 credits (short) to 24 credits (long)
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720p & 1080p, 5–10 seconds (2.5):
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20 credits and up, going as high as 80 credits for longer or higher-res outputs
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For Pikaframes (longer form frame-based video with Pika 2.5), credit costs scale with:
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Resolution (480p vs 720p vs 1080p)
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Duration (5 seconds up to 20–25 seconds)
Longer 1080p sequences can cost up to 200 credits per clip on Pika 2.5 according to the pricing grid.
What that means in practice:
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On Basic (80 credits) → you might only get a handful of 2.5 clips, especially at higher quality.
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On Standard (700 credits) → enough for steady posting of short 480p/720p videos.
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On Pro (2,300 credits) or Fancy (6,000 credits) → you can experiment heavily, run multiple styles, and still have credits for final polished renders.
4. Monthly vs Yearly Pika 2.5 Subscription
At the top of the pricing page, Pika clearly shows “Yearly –20% off Monthly”.
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Monthly billing: higher effective price per month, more flexible.
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Yearly billing: roughly 20% cheaper overall if you’re sure you’ll keep using Pika 2.5 all year.
For example (approximate current numbers):
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Standard: $8/month
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Pro: $28/month
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Fancy: $76/month
Tip: If you’re still testing Pika 2.5, start monthly. Once it becomes part of your core workflow, switching to yearly can save a good amount over 12 months.
5. Managing Your Pika App 2.5 Subscription
Pika 2.5’s pricing page confirms that you can upgrade, switch or cancel your plan at any time, and that taxes may apply depending on your country.
Typical subscription flow:
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Sign up or sign in at Pika.
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Go to the Pricing / Subscription section.
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Pick Basic, Standard, Pro or Fancy.
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Choose monthly or yearly billing.
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Start generating videos with Pika 2.5 and watch your credit balance on the dashboard.
If your usage suddenly spikes (for example, a big campaign), you can usually top up credits instead of changing subscription tiers immediately.
6. Which Pika 2.5 Subscription Should You Choose?
Here’s a quick decision guide:
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Just testing Pika 2.5 / hobby use
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Enough to feel the quality and workflow without paying.
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Posting regular Shorts/Reels/TikToks
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✅ Standard
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700 credits gives you room for multiple drafts and final 720p/1080p videos each month.
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Freelancer / content creator with paying clients
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✅ Pro
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2,300 credits + faster speeds and commercial rights make it the best “value” tier for professionals.
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Agency or studio with heavy volume
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✅ Fancy
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6,000 credits and the fastest speeds support batch campaigns and multi-client workloads.
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7. Final Notes
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Pika App 2.5 subscription = plan + credits, not a separate add-on.
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All current plans include some level of Pika 2.5 access, but quality (480p vs 720p/1080p) and video length determine how many credits you spend.
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Because Pika updates its pricing and credit tables over time, always double-check the official Pika pricing page before you subscribe or change plans.