Kling (Keling AI/Kuaiying) - AI Video Generation
Basic Information
- Company/Brand: Kuaishou Technology
- Country/Region: China (Beijing)
- Official Website: https://kling.ai / https://app.klingai.com
- Type: AI Video and Image Generation Platform
- Release Date: 2024
Product Description
Keling AI (Kling) is an AI video generation platform launched by Kuaishou, marking China's first commercial long-video generation model, supporting video generation of up to 120 seconds (Sora supports 60 seconds, Runway supports 30 seconds). The latest Kling 2.6 version (December 2025) is the world's first model to support "native audio" generation, enabling synchronized video and audio generation, including character lip-syncing dialogue (in both Chinese and English) and action-matched sound effects. In January 2026, motion control functionality was added, with monthly active users exceeding 12 million.
Core Features/Characteristics
- Long Video Generation: Supports up to 120 seconds, the longest in the industry
- Native Audio Generation: Kling 2.6 pioneered globally, enabling synchronized video and audio generation
- Lip-Syncing: Automatic lip-syncing for character dialogue (in both Chinese and English)
- Motion Control: Added in January 2026, precise character control through image and motion references
- Image Generation: AI image creation capabilities
- Multimodal Editing: Supports content editing across multiple modalities
- Free Quota: Non-members receive 66 "Inspiration Points" daily for free use
Business Model
- Free Version: 66 Inspiration Points daily for free use
- Gold Membership: 58-66 RMB/month
- Platinum Membership: 234 RMB/month
- Diamond Membership: 586 RMB/month
- API Services: Audio mode approximately $0.14/second, silent mode approximately $0.07/second
Target Users
- Short video creators (platforms like Kuaishou, Douyin, etc.)
- Advertising and marketing teams
- Film and animation producers
- E-commerce merchants (product videos)
- Corporate communication and training departments
- Self-media and content creators
Competitive Advantages
- Industry-leading 120-second long video generation capability
- Globally pioneering native audio synchronization generation
- Advanced lip-syncing and motion control technology
- Daily free quota lowers the barrier to entry
- Kuaishou platform's user base and distribution capabilities
- Approximately $140 million in revenue in 2025, successful commercialization
- Monthly growth of 350% in paid user base
Market Performance
- Over 12 million monthly active users in January 2026
- Monthly growth of 350% in paid user base
- Approximately $140 million in annual revenue in 2025
- App topped the charts in 40 countries/regions
- Forms a tripartite competition with Sora and Runway in the AI video generation field
- Leading brand in China's AI video generation sector
Relationship with OpenClaw Ecosystem
Keling AI provides OpenClaw with robust video generation capabilities in the Chinese market. Its 120-second long video generation and native audio synchronization features enable OpenClaw's AI agents to create more complete and professional video content. The bilingual lip-syncing support complements OpenClaw's multilingual interaction capabilities, while the motion control functionality offers professional-grade tools for enterprise users requiring precise video content. The daily free quota also allows OpenClaw users to experience AI video generation at a low cost.