Grok Imagine vs Hailuo 02: Which AI Model in 2026?
Grok Imagine (xAI) vs Hailuo 02 (Hailuo): a side-by-side comparison of price, provider, availability, and payment. Both run on 97AI.PRO through one API — typically well below official rates, with USDC/Alipay/card and no charge for failed jobs.
Side by side
| Grok Imagine | Hailuo 02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | xAI | Hailuo |
| Type | Image to Video | Text to Video |
| Price on 97AI | $0.1575 | $0.2625 per video |
| Official price | $0.8 | $0.45 per video |
| Savings vs official | 80% | 42% |
| Payment | USDC · Card · Alipay | USDC · Card · Alipay |
| Works in China / no card | Yes | Yes |
Verdict
Both Grok Imagine and Hailuo 02 are available through 97AI's unified API with USDC, credit card, or Alipay, and neither charges for failed generations. Run both from one balance — including from regions where official cards are declined — and keep the one whose output fits your workflow.
Frequently asked
Is Grok Imagine or Hailuo 02 cheaper?+
On 97AI.PRO, Grok Imagine is $0.1575 and Hailuo 02 is $0.2625 per video. Both are billed only on success and are typically well below the providers' official prices.
Can I use both Grok Imagine and Hailuo 02 with one account?+
Yes. 97AI.PRO exposes both through a single unified API and one credit balance — switch models by changing one field, no separate signups or provider contracts.
How do I pay without a credit card?+
Both models accept USDC (Arbitrum) and Alipay in addition to credit cards, so you can use them from China, LATAM, and other regions where international cards fail.
Do failed generations cost money?+
No — for both Grok Imagine and Hailuo 02, only successful output is charged.