Replicate vs Google (Gemini API)
Google (Gemini API) is cheaper on 1 of 2 shared models. Head-to-head on every tracked model both platforms offer, at default settings, converted to dollars.
| Model | Replicate | Google (Gemini API) | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veo 3.1 | $1.60 | $1.60 | tie |
| Veo 3.1 Fast | $0.600 | $0.400 | Google (Gemini API) |
Where Replicate wins
No models where Replicate beats Google (Gemini API) at default settings.
Where Google (Gemini API) wins
- Veo 3.1 Fast 50% cheaper
Exclusive models
Only on Replicate: Kling 3.0, Sora 2, Seedream 4.5, Sora 2 Pro, GPT Image 2, Ideogram V3, Qwen Image, Recraft V4
Only on Google (Gemini API): Veo 3.1 Lite
How you pay
Replicate uses transparent pay-per-use pricing in USD — you pay exactly per generation via API, with no subscription. Better for developers and irregular usage.
Google (Gemini API) uses transparent pay-per-use pricing in USD — you pay exactly per generation via API, with no subscription. Better for developers and irregular usage.
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Different platforms may run different tiers of the same model — see model pages for variants. Prices re-verified several times a day from official sources.