Wan 2.2 14B vs Hailuo02 Pro – Which Matches Your Needs?
Sometimes open-source power competes head-on with closed proprietary specialty. Wan 2.2 14B and Hailuo02 Pro are two such models. Here's a comparison that'll help you decide which to use, and when GenAIntel can let you try them both without switching tools.
Understanding Each AI Video Model
Wan 2.2 14B: Open SOTA and Accessibility
Wan 2.2's 14B MoE model is a massive leap forward for open-source video generation. It delivers strong cinematic visuals, accurate motion, supports both text-to-video and image-to-video, and runs well on several GPUs (though the 14B version requires good hardware). Its 5B variant is more accessible and still produces impressive results. If you want to own your workflow (or run locally) or avoid ongoing subscription costs, Wan 2.2 is compelling.
User-created video using Wan 2.2 14B on GenAIntel
Hailuo02 Pro: Proprietary Precision & Polish
Hailuo02 Pro (from MiniMax / Hailuo AI) is engineered for human-like motion, consistent characters, and high fidelity in human/scene interaction. It supports image-to-video and prompt adherence in scenes with people; it often gets hands, poses, expressions, and lighting more polished than many open models. You give it a good prompt and it tends to deliver beautifully.
User-created video using Hailuo02 Pro on GenAIntel
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Wan 2.2 14B | Hailuo02 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Resolution / Length | ~720p / ~5 seconds (14B) | ~720p / ~5-6 seconds |
| Open-source status | Yes (Apache-2.0) | No |
| Prompt fidelity | Very strong with cinematic tags | Very strong especially with human action / characters |
| Cost / Accessibility | Low cost or free versions; hardware required for full model | Paid platform; more polished out-of-box on proprietary hardware |
| Best for | Users wanting open code, experimenting, custom workflows | Users needing refined final visuals, especially human/scene interaction |
When to Choose Each
Wan 2.2 14B if you want flexibility, open weights, control, lower long-term cost, or want to run models locally.
Perfect for developers, researchers, or users who want full control over their AI video generation workflow.
Hailuo02 Pro if you need polished human-scene output, strong character consistency, and don't mind platform cost.
Ideal for content creators, marketers, or anyone needing professional-quality human-focused video content.
GenAIntel lets you try both with the same prompt so you can see where each model "wins" for your specific content needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Wan 2.2 14B be run locally?
Yes — on powerful GPUs. The 5B variant is much lighter and makes local runs more feasible.
Which model is better if I often shoot scenes with people (faces, motion)?
Hailuo02 Pro tends to do better in realistic human motion, facial expression, and consistency.
What about output consistency—texture, lighting, color?
Hailuo02 Pro generally offers more "polished" color and texture in human/scene work; Wan is catching up fast (especially in cinematic tags) but may need more prompt tweaking.
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