BasedLabs
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BasedLabs is an AI image and video generation platform for creators. Its core value is not to invent new models, but to make 50+ cutting-edge models such as FLUX, Seedance, WAN, Nano Banana, GPT Image, etc. available for use in a unified points system - no monthly fees are locked, points can be purchased on demand, and stops as soon as they are used up.
BasedLabs
Core parameters and statistics
| Parameters | Official verifiable information |
|---|---|
| Product positioning | AI image & video generation platform / No subscriptions, pay-as-you-go credits |
| Number of models | 50+ AI models (covering images, videos, audios, editing, etc.) |
| Billing model | Points system (no monthly fee lock-in, supports credit cards and USDC cryptocurrency) |
| Points package | Starter $10/300 credits, Creator $29/900 credits, Pro $50/1600 credits, Studio $99/3300 credits |
| Free to use | Free trial without registration (with free points) |
| Main models | FLUX, Seedance 2.0, WAN 2.7, Nano Banana Pro, GPT Image, Kling, Imagen, Recraft, etc. |
| Output Types | Image, Video, Audio, Editing (supports up to 4K resolution) |
| Enterprise Services | Enterprise pricing, API access, custom solutions |
| Use language | Multi-language (prompt supports rich languages) |
A brief comment: BasedLabs is not another model aggregation site, but splits the model computing power into a point system that can be purchased individually and retained.
Publicity Verification: The official said "No subscriptions. No recurring charges" is true, the credit does not expire (the FAQ indicates do credits expire has instructions), and it supports credit card and USDC multi-chain payment, which is relatively rare in AI platforms.
User and market recognition
BasedLabs' changelog is updated extremely frequently (updated almost every 2-3 days), indicating that the team is actively iterating. The homepage showcases a lot of user-generated content and has Discord community and X platform social proof. The bottom of the official website is marked "BasedLabs 2026" and has complete pages such as Enterprise, Features, Legal, Changelog, etc., indicating that the product has entered the formal commercial operation stage.
The platform also launched the iOS app "Gluely AI" affiliated with BasedLabs, indicating that it is expanding to the mobile terminal.
Cost advantage
| Package | Price | Approximate output |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $10 / 300 credits | ~80 images / ~10 short videos |
| Creator | $29 / 900 credits | ~240 images / ~30 videos |
| Pro | $50 / 1600 credits | ~600 images / ~75 videos |
| Studio | $99 / 3300 credits | ~1400 images / ~175 videos |
| Enterprise | Custom | API access and customization solutions |
Each model consumes different points: FLUX Pro Ultra 8 credits/Nano Banana Pro 16 credits/Veo 3.1 42 credits/second. The cost of the video is positively related to the duration.
The truth about free: The platform has a free trial quota, but it cannot support regular creation. The real selling point is the "no monthly fee lock" - you can buy points once and use them slowly, and no payment will be deducted after expiration.
Hidden benefits/costs: The biggest hidden benefit is "not being kidnapped by the monthly fee". However, the points system means that high-frequency users need to recharge frequently, unlike the monthly fee system, which has a psychological upper limit of "use it casually".
Main functions
- Multi-model image generation: 20+ image models such as FLUX Pro Ultra, Nano Banana Pro, Imagen 4, Recraft V3, Ideogram V2, etc.
- Multi-model video generation: Seedance 2.0, Veo 3.1, Kling 2.6 Pro, WAN 2.6, Luma Ray 2 and other cutting-edge video models.
- AI editing tools: GPT Image Edit, FLUX 2 Edit, HD Upscale 4x, Creative Upscale, Background Removal, etc.
- Audio and Voice: Music Generation, Voice Transform, HD Voice Transform.
- Web UI Creation Workbench: Hero6 interface design, supports real-time preview, full-screen creation and prompt card browsing.
- Community and Inspiration: Featured Ideas, Use Cases, Threads, allowing users to browse and reuse other people's creations.
Expert View: The real value of BasedLabs lies in "one-time recharge, switch models on demand". You don't have to pay a separate monthly subscription to another platform just because you want to try a new model - this is very practical in the rapid iteration cycle of models such as FLUX, Seedance, WAN, etc.
Model and version evolution
BasedLabs uses the changelog date as the version anchor. Although there is no semantic version number, the update rhythm is extremely fast.
| Date | Key Changes |
|---|---|
| 2026-04-14 | Page loading performance optimization prompt navigation repair |
| 2026-04-13 | Seedance 2.0 video suite Hero6 interface Motion Control support |
| 2026-04-09 | Mobile cryptocurrency payment optimization |
| 2026-04-07 | Multi-chain USDC support (Base, Ethereum, Polygon) |
| 2026-04-04 | 42 new models online |
| 2026-04-03 | One-click USDC settlement App Router migration |
| 2026-03-31 | 116 model pricing synchronization |
| 2026-03-29 | WAN v2.6 support, security scan upgrade |
| 2026-02-28 | Nano Banana 2 Model Kit |
Technical advantages
Main Type Judgment: BasedLabs’ main delivery form is productivity/business-side applications, and its core positioning is a consumption platform generated by AI media.
Points system unlocks multiple models: Points are both an economic model and a technical abstraction layer. Users don’t care which inference provider is the underlying one, they only care about how many points are deducted from FLUX and Seedance.
Multi-chain cryptocurrency payment: Supports three chains: USDC Base, Ethereum, and Polygon, which is attractive to the crypto-native creator community.
Fast model access: The changelog shows that the new model was launched on BasedLabs within a few days after it was released, indicating that its model integration pipeline is relatively mature.
Boundary of human-machine collaboration: AI-generated images and videos can be highly automated, but manual review is required when it comes to final brand output, copyright ownership, and commercial use compliance. The FAQ makes it clear that commercial use is included in the paid package, which is a plus.
How to use
| Entrance | Applicable objects | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Web App | Personal creator, design team | Use points to generate images and videos directly after registration |
| Enterprise API | Team with development capabilities | Connect to API for batch or custom generation |
| Gluely iOS App | Mobile Creator | Using BasedLabs capabilities on iPhone/iPad |
Typical usage process: select model → write prompt → generate → download or edit. There are various ways to spend points: direct purchase with credit card or USDC encrypted payment.
Product Pricing
| Plan | Price | Approximate output |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $10 / 300 credits | Light trial |
| Creator | $29 / 900 credits | Daily use by creators |
| Pro | $50 / 1600 credits (+5%) | Medium and high frequency creation |
| Studio | $99 / 3300 credits (+10%) | Professional mass production |
| Enterprise | Custom | API, customized solutions |
Points will not expire (please refer to the specific FAQ instructions), and payment by credit card and USDC (Base/Ethereum/Polygon) are supported.
Application scenarios
- Social media content creation: Batch generation of pictures, covers, and short videos, suitable for operations and self-media creators.
- E-commerce and advertising materials: AI model dressing, product display pictures, advertising short films, using Seedance and FLUX to quickly produce pictures.
- Film and TV concept and storyboard: Use video models to generate concept short films and visual previews to reduce pre-production costs.
Dimensionality reduction strike scenario: When you "just want to try the effects of different models" but don't want to pay four or five monthly platform fees, BasedLabs is very cool.
Applicable people
- For Content Creators and Designers: Get access to the latest models without having to subscribe to multiple platforms.
- Suitable for small teams and individual entrepreneurs: Buy points as needed vs. fixed monthly expenses.
- For Crypto Natives: USDC multi-chain payments are a point of differentiation.
Not suitable for the boundary: If you need high-concurrency industrial production with scheduled batch API, BasedLabs is more suitable for medium and low-frequency creation scenarios. For text-only or enterprise-level compliance needs, this platform's model favors visual creation.
Summary and Outlook
BasedLabs is positioned as a "model computing power supermarket" - the reasoning capabilities of different AI models are priced according to points, and users can purchase them on demand. Its competitiveness does not lie in the model itself, but in its low threshold, multiple choices, and flexible payment methods.
The procurement/adoption risk lies in three points. First, although the points system is flexible, it is not as cost-effective as the monthly "all-you-can-eat" option when used frequently. Second, the platform’s commercial authorization of generated content requires careful reading of the terms. Third, the underlying model iterates quickly, and the list of models that can be used for the points you buy today may change in the future. It is most appropriate to use it as a creative toolbox rather than a production pipeline.
Related tools: midjourney, stable-diffusion
Version Info
- BasedLabs Changelog 2026-04-14 ：Optimize page loading speed, fix prompt and media navigation break issues, improve caching and data delivery; changelog continues to be updated frequently.
- Seedance 2.0 Video Suite + Hero6 Interface ：Five new video models of Seedance 2.0 (including text-to-video, image-to-video, and built-in audio) are added; the new Hero6 cinema-level creation interface; Kling Motion Control and Nano Banana Pro are integrated.
- 42 New AI Models ：42 new AI models have been added, including WAN 2.7, PixVerse V6, Kling Turbo, and Recraft V4; the discovery experience has been updated to link with the iOS app.
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