Sora vs Topaz
Compare features, pricing, and capabilities side by side
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.
Topaz is an AI photo and video enhancement suite for upscaling, denoise, stabilization, frame interpolation, restoration, local rendering, cloud rendering, and finishing existing footage.
| Sora | Topaz | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | discontinued | paid |
| Starting Price | Discontinued | From $29/month for Gigapixel; Topaz Video from $59/month; Topaz Studio $69/month |
| Primary Category | All-in-one AI Filmmaking | Video Upscaling |
| Capabilities | Video GenerationVideo EditingVFXAll-in-one AI Filmmaking | Video UpscalingVideo EditingImage UpscalingImage Generation |
| Popularity Score | 90 | 63 |
| Website | openai.com | topazlabs.com |
Sora Pricing Details
Sora web/app access ended on April 26, 2026. OpenAI says the Sora API will discontinue on September 24, 2026.
Topaz Pricing Details
Topaz Studio $69/mo, Topaz Video $59/mo, Topaz Photo $39/mo, Topaz Gigapixel $29/mo, Topaz Image Web from $12/mo annual or $19 personal/standard, Astra from $19/mo annual or $39 personal/standard, Enterprise custom.