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AI audio platform for text-to-speech, voice cloning, dubbing, sound effects, music, speech-to-text, conversational agents, and creative studio workflows.
Sora was OpenAI's AI video generation app, but it is discontinued. Melies is now a practical Sora alternative for filmmakers who need GPT Image-style visual development, top video models such as Seedance and Veo, and a full project workflow.
| ElevenLabs | Sora | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Freemium | discontinued |
| Starting Price | Free; Starter from $6/month | Discontinued |
| Primary Category | Voice Synthesis | All-in-one AI Filmmaking |
| Capabilities | Voice SynthesisSound EffectVideo EditingAll-in-one AI Filmmaking | Video GenerationVideo EditingVFXAll-in-one AI Filmmaking |
| Popularity Score | 67 | 90 |
| Website | elevenlabs.io | openai.com |
Free includes 10k credits per month, Text to Speech, Speech to Text, Sound Effects, Voice Design, Music, Image, and 3 Studio projects. Starter is $6/month with commercial license, instant voice cloning, 20 Studio projects, music commercial use, Dubbing Studio, Image & Video, and 30k credits. Creator adds Professional Voice Cloning and more credits, while Pro, Scale, Business, and Enterprise add more volume, quality, team, and enterprise controls.
Sora web/app access ended on April 26, 2026. OpenAI says the Sora API will discontinue on September 24, 2026.