Credits FAQ
Common questions about credits, plans, and generation costs.
Credits
How much is one credit worth?
One credit equals $0.01.
How many credits does a world cost?
| Model | Best for | Typical time | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echo 2 - Standard | Fast, general-purpose world generation | ~8 minutes | 160 |
| Echo 2 (HQ) | Higher-detail, higher-resolution worlds | ~60 minutes | 800 |
Do free users get credits?
Yes. Free users receive a one-time 800 credit starter balance, enough for 5 Echo 2 - Standard generations. The Capture app is available, but Free does not include scan minutes. App users also receive 800 app-only free credits per UTC day by default; API-only reads do not trigger that refill.
Which credits are used first?
Included subscription credits are used before purchased credits.
Plans and Purchases
What's included in Standard?
Standard includes 7,500 credits per month for non-commercial use. Launch pricing is $49.99/month or $479.99/year, with the first month free when a card is provided. The plan includes 25 Capture scan minutes per month.
| Echo 2 - Standard generations | Echo 2 (HQ) generations |
|---|---|
| ~46 | ~9 |
What's included in Pro?
Pro includes 15,000 credits per month and commercial rights. Launch pricing is $99.99/month or $959.99/year, with the first month free when a card is provided. The plan includes 50 Capture scan minutes per month.
| Echo 2 - Standard generations | Echo 2 (HQ) generations |
|---|---|
| ~93 | ~18 |
What if I need more volume?
Use Enterprise for larger volume, multiple users, Echo 3 API access, or procurement needs.
Can I purchase credits without changing plans?
Standard and Pro subscribers can purchase additional credits. Purchased credits are shared across the app, web app, and Developer API.
Developer API
Who can use the Developer API?
Developer API access is public for all users. API keys use the same shared credit balance as the app.
Does the API have separate billing?
No. World generation uses the same account credits whether it starts from the app or API. Reads, status polling, and downloads are not charged as generation.