AI video model by MiniMax and fal
H3 Max for animated characters, loops and budget clips
H3 Max is fal's tuned version of MiniMax's H3 video model, adjusted to follow prompts more closely. Banana Studio offers two tiers: H3 Max, which also works from text, and H3 Max Turbo, a cheaper tier that animates photos.
- From 32 credits
- 5-second clips
- Up to 1080p
- No sound switch
What H3 Max is good at
Characters and mascots
We use H3 Max to animate illustrated characters. The first frame decides the framing, so the character stays where you placed it.
Loops and exact endings
Set an end frame and the clip lands on it. Use the same image at both ends for a clip that loops back to its start.
Native 768p
768p is the model's native size, and the 1080p option is a refined version of that render, so 768p is usually the best value.
A budget tier
H3 Max Turbo animates photos at a lower price, which suits drafts and simple motion.
H3 Max prices in credits
| Model | Setting | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| H3 Max | 480p | 64 |
| H3 Max | 768p | 104 |
| H3 Max | 1080p | 200 |
| H3 Max Turbo | 480p | 32 |
| H3 Max Turbo | 768p | 56 |
| H3 Max Turbo | 1080p | 104 |
- Prices are per 5-second clip.
- The exact price for your settings is shown on the Create button before you start.
- It has the lowest starting price of the video models in Banana Studio.
- The 7-day introduction ($1.99, 240 credits) covers 7 clips at the lowest setting, and the Pro plan's 2,200 monthly credits cover about 68 clips.
Plans: $1.99 for a 7-day introduction with 240 credits, then $29.99 a month for 2,200 credits, or $59.97 every 3 months with 2,200 credits each month. The introduction is a paid period, not a free trial. See plans · How credits work
Modes and shapes
| Mode | Photos | Shapes | Available in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Describe a video | None | 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4 | H3 Max |
| Bring a photo to life | 1 | Follows your photo | H3 Max, H3 Max Turbo |
| Two photos, one video | 2 | Follows your photo | H3 Max, H3 Max Turbo |
How to create with H3 Max
Choose the tier
H3 Max for text or photos, H3 Max Turbo for photos only.
Ask for bigger motion than you want
In our tests the movement came out at about two thirds of what the prompt asked for, so describe it a little stronger.
Pin the ending if you need to
Use Two photos, one video to set the last frame, then create.
Try a prompt
Who uses H3 Max
Brands with a mascot
Make a logo character wave, jump or fly in for social posts and app screens.
Illustrators
Bring a drawing to life with a short, controlled movement that keeps your linework.
Loop makers
Create background loops for live streams, websites and in-store displays.
Good to know
- Text-to-video is available on H3 Max only, not on H3 Max Turbo.
- There is no negative prompt. Describe what you want to see rather than naming things to avoid; naming an object tends to make it appear.
- Photo clips follow the shape of your image, so leave empty space around a character that needs room to move.
- There is no sound switch for H3 Max in Banana Studio.
- H3 Max is made by MiniMax and fal. Banana Studio is an independent app that offers it and is not affiliated with MiniMax or fal.
- Page reviewed October 25, 2026.
Questions about H3 Max
What is the difference between H3 Max and H3 Max Turbo?
H3 Max works from text or photos and costs more. H3 Max Turbo only animates photos, at a lower price. Both support a first and a last frame.
How many credits does H3 Max use?
H3 Max costs 64 credits at 480p, 104 at 768p and 200 at 1080p. H3 Max Turbo costs 32 credits at 480p, 56 at 768p and 104 at 1080p. Prices are per 5-second clip. There is no sound switch for this model. The 7-day introduction ($1.99, 240 credits) covers 7 clips at the lowest setting, and the Pro plan's 2,200 monthly credits cover about 68 clips. The exact price for your settings is shown on the Create button before you start.
Why does my H3 Max clip move less than I described?
In our tests the motion came out at roughly two thirds of what the prompt asked for. Ask for bigger, more energetic movement than you actually need.
Is H3 Max good for animating cartoons?
Yes, that is how we use it most. Start from a clean illustration with space around the character, describe one clear action, and set an end frame if the pose must finish exactly.
Is 1080p worth it with H3 Max?
Often not. 768p is the model's native size and 1080p is a refined version of it. Choose 1080p only when the clip will be shown on a large screen.
Who makes H3 Max?
H3 Max is fal's post-trained version of MiniMax's H3 model. Banana Studio is an independent app that offers it through fal.