Comparison · 5 fields · checked 17 Aug 2026
Akool vs HeyGen
Quick answerAkool starts cheaper and bills monthly ($12/seat/mo, no annual commitment), while HeyGen's entry plan is priced annually (around $24/mo) — both keep a permanent free plan, a REST API, and full export.
Rows shaded in sienna are where the two differ. Unshaded rows are where they match — listed so you know we checked, not because we skipped them.
| Field | Akool | HeyGen |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Perpetual — 720p max resolution, 5-minute video cap, 5GB storage | Perpetual — 3 videos per month, 1 minute max per video, standard processing, 500+ digital avatars |
| Starting price | $12/mo | $24/mo, billed annually |
| Data export | Full export + API | Full export + API |
| API | REST | REST |
| Integrations | not measured | not measured |
Choose Akool when
Choose Akool when you want monthly billing with no annual lock-in — the free plan covers 720p, 5-minute clips, and the $12/seat/mo Starter plan (200 credits, up to 1080p) is billed month-to-month; a REST API and full export unlock at the pricier Pro Max tier.
Try Akool →Choose HeyGen when
Choose HeyGen when you need longer clips and higher volume from day one — the free plan allows 3 videos/month (1-minute cap) across 500+ avatars, then $24/mo (annual) unlocks 600 credits and 30-minute videos, with a REST API and full export from the free tier up.
Try HeyGen →Ordered alphabetically, not by commission.