Wan 3.0 is Alibaba’s August 6, 2026 video generation model — and the headline is duration: 30 seconds in a single pass, double the 15-second maximum of Wan 2.7. That’s enough for continuous camera movements, one-take shots, and scene compositions that shorter generators can’t attempt without stitching.
But the more interesting feature is inputs. Wan 3.0 accepts documents (PDFs, PowerPoints, spreadsheets) and web page URLs as creative sources — converting static, text-heavy data directly into dynamic video. No other major video model offers this.
The trade-off: unlike Wan 2.1, 2.2, and 2.7 (which collectively accumulated 6.9 million downloads as open weights), Wan 3.0 is a closed-weight hosted product. Every generated second produces cloud revenue for Alibaba.
Output specs
| Value | |
|---|---|
| Duration | Up to 30 seconds (single pass) |
| Resolution | 480p / 720p / 1080p |
| Audio | Voice and ambient sound generation |
| Languages | Multilingual voice output |
Input modes
Wan 3.0 is an all-in-one model that unifies capabilities previously split across separate Wan models:
| Input type | Formats |
|---|---|
| Text | Text prompts |
| Image | Reference images for character/style consistency |
| Video | Reference clips (1–15s, up to 15s total) |
| Audio | Reference audio (WAV, MP3, 1–15s) |
| Documents | DOCX, DOC, XLS, XLSX, PPTX, PPT, PDF, TXT, KEY, PAGES, NUMBERS, MD |
| Web links | Public web pages (no login required) |
Pricing
| Resolution | Rate per second |
|---|---|
| 480p | $0.05 |
| 720p | $0.10 |
| 1080p | $0.20 |
For a 30-second 1080p clip: $6.00. Compare with FLUX 3 Video’s $0.29/s FHD ($5.80 for 20s) or Veo 3.1’s $0.40/s ($8.00 for 20s).
How it compares
- vs Wan 2.7: Wan 2.7 caps at 15s and requires separate models for different tasks. Wan 3.0 doubles the duration and unifies everything — but at the cost of open weights.
- vs Seedance 2.5: Seedance 2.5 also targets 30 seconds with 4K resolution. Seedance leads AA Video Arena. Wan 3.0’s unique angle is document/web inputs.
- vs FLUX 3 Video: FLUX 3 maxes at 20 seconds with native audio. Wan 3.0 goes to 30s and accepts document inputs, but FLUX 3 has open-weight plans.
- vs MiniMax H3: H3 offers open weights with native audio. Wan 3.0 has longer clips and document inputs but no open weights.
Limitations
- Beta access only. Application required through Alibaba Cloud or Qwen Cloud.
- No open weights. A strategic departure from the Wan series’ open-weight tradition.
- No independent benchmarks. Quality claims are unverified by third parties.
- API not fully public. Full programmatic access is “coming soon” with no date.
For the full video model landscape, see the video models directory.
Best for
- Converting documents and presentations directly into video content
- Long-form single-shot video generation for filmmaking and short dramas
- Marketing and educational video production from existing materials
- Simulation video generation for autonomous driving and robotics training
Pros & cons
Strengths
- 30 seconds in a single pass — double Wan 2.7's 15s, enabling continuous camera movements and one-take shots
- Document and web page inputs — converts PDFs, PPTs, spreadsheets and URLs directly into video (unique capability)
- Competitive pricing at $0.05–$0.20/sec — cheaper than most alternatives at comparable resolution
- Unified model — reference, editing, replication and motion driving folded into one (vs Wan 2.7's separate models)
Limitations
- Public beta — not fully API-accessible yet, application required
- Closed-weight, hosted product — no self-hosting option (unlike predecessor Wan 2.7's open weights)
- No independent quality benchmarks published
- Full API access listed as opening "soon" with no committed date
Frequently asked questions
When was Wan 3.0 released?
Alibaba opened the public beta on August 6, 2026, with access through Alibaba Cloud Model Studio, Qwen Cloud, and the Wan creation site.
How does Wan 3.0 differ from Wan 2.7?
Three major changes: duration doubled from 15 to 30 seconds in a single pass; document and web page inputs added (PDF, PPT, DOC, XLS, MD, web links); and separate task-specific models unified into one. Wan 2.7 remains available with open weights.
Can I use Wan 3.0's API?
Not fully. The API is rolling out through Alibaba Cloud Model Studio. Full public API access is described as coming 'soon' without a specific date. Currently accessible through Alibaba's own interfaces.
Is Wan 3.0 open source?
No. Unlike Wan 2.1, 2.2, and 2.7 (which had open weights with millions of downloads), Wan 3.0 is a closed-weight hosted product. Every generated second routes through Alibaba's cloud infrastructure.
What document formats does it support?
DOCX, DOC, XLS, XLSX, PPTX, PPT, PDF, TXT, KEY, PAGES, NUMBERS, and MD files. Also supports public web page URLs. File size limits apply per format.