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Wan 2.1 from Alibaba is the leading open-source text-to-video model, generating cinematic-quality clips up to 10 seconds at 720p. It excels at complex scene composition, natural motion, and prompt fidelity. Supports image-to-video for animated storyboards and concept visualization. For the latest iteration, see Wan 2.5. Compare it against other models in our Best Open Source Video Models 2026 roundup.

Kling 1.6 from Kuaishou specializes in video-to-video transformation. Feed it existing footage and a style prompt to re-render scenes in any aesthetic, from anime to oil painting, while preserving the original motion and temporal coherence. Also supports image-to-video with motion control. Try the upgraded Kling 2.6 for even higher fidelity transformations.

Upscale any video from 480p/720p to crisp 4K resolution. Real-ESRGAN Video applies frame-by-frame super-resolution with temporal consistency to avoid flickering artifacts. Ideal for restoring old footage, improving user-generated content, and preparing social media clips for large-screen display. Try the free Video Upscaler tool or explore video enhancement models for more options.

RIFE (Real-Time Intermediate Flow Estimation) generates intermediate frames to convert choppy 24fps footage into buttery-smooth 60fps or create stunning slow-motion effects. Its lightweight architecture runs in real time on consumer GPUs. Best for sports highlights, cinematic b-roll, and gaming content. Available on WaveSpeed.