Planner Models
The planner model is the AI used to reason about your video and generate the scene-by-scene treatment. Different models produce different planning styles.
Available Models
Fast
Gemini Pro
Google's flagship reasoning model. Strong at structured creative output with reliable formatting.
Premium
GPT-5.4
OpenAI's latest model. Excellent at nuanced creative direction, complex reasoning chains, and context-sensitive scene planning. Often produces the most detailed and coherent treatments.
Balanced
Claude Sonnet 4.6
Anthropic's balanced model. Fast and cost-effective planning with strong creative capabilities. Good default choice when speed matters.
Highest Quality
Claude Opus 4.6
Anthropic's most capable model. Highest quality reasoning for complex treatments, nuanced art direction, and sophisticated scene planning.
Comparison
| Model | Speed | Quality | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gemini Pro | Fast | High | Structured output, reliable formatting |
| GPT-5.4 | Medium | Very High | Nuanced creative direction, detailed treatments |
| Claude Sonnet | Fast | High | Quick iterations, cost-effective production |
| Claude Opus | Slower | Highest | Complex projects, sophisticated art direction |
Selection Guidance
- For most projects, start with Gemini Pro or Claude Sonnet. They're fast and produce good results for standard workflows.
- For premium content, use GPT-5.4 or Claude Opus. They produce more nuanced treatments with better creative coherence.
- For iterative testing, use Claude Sonnet for speed, then switch to Opus for the final version.
- The planner model only affects the treatment stage. It does not change which models generate images or videos.
Availability
The Studio UI shows all currently available planner models in the model selection dropdown. Model availability may vary over time.