App Showcase: Vidy AI

What it does

Vidy AI is a mobile video creation tool that leverages multiple artificial intelligence models to generate unique video content. Users can create videos in two primary ways: by providing a text prompt for the AI to interpret (text-to-video), or by uploading a still image and a prompt to animate it (image-to-video). The app provides a gallery of stylistic templates and advanced settings for power users.

Where it shines

The app's most compelling feature is its transparency and user control over the AI models. At 03:26, instead of generic 'quality' sliders, the user is presented with a choice of specific AI engines like "VEO 3" and "Sora," each with its own credit cost and estimated generation time. This empowers knowledgeable users to select the right tool for their needs. Another highlight is the "Bring to Life" feature (01:17), which emotionally connects with users by offering to animate old photos, turning static memories into moving moments.

UX highlights

• Immediate Value Demonstration: The onboarding (00:04) starts with a powerful before-and-after video, instantly communicating the app's core capability without any text.
• Dynamic Social Proof: Instead of static reviews, the app uses a rapid-fire carousel of testimonials (00:36) to build trust quickly and effectively.
• Template-Driven Creation: The home screen (01:17) is organized around visual, result-oriented templates like "Motion Magic" and "90's Anime," making it easy for users to find a starting point.
• Clear Cost-Benefit: In the advanced settings (03:27), each AI model clearly displays its name, generation time, and credit cost, allowing users to make informed decisions.
• Action-Oriented Feedback: After generating a video (03:43), the app prompts for feedback with simple like/dislike buttons, followed by a more detailed feedback modal (03:45), which helps improve the underlying models.

Monetization & growth

Vidy AI employs a hybrid monetization strategy. The app presents subscription paywalls frequently, such as during onboarding (00:58) and after certain actions (01:57). These paywalls highlight key features and frame the cost on a per-week basis to appear more affordable. In addition to subscriptions, the app offers consumable "tokens" for purchase (02:58). This screen appears when a user attempts an action without sufficient credits, serving as a just-in-time upsell. This dual approach caters to both committed power users and more casual creators.

Who it’s for

The app appears to be for social media content creators, digital artists, and casual users looking for a fun way to create unique videos. The variety of templates, from professional-looking animations to playful styles like "Doll Box" (02:23), suggests a broad audience. The inclusion of advanced model selection indicates a focus on prosumers who are familiar with the AI landscape and want more control over their creations.

Notes & opportunities

While powerful, the app's monetization can feel aggressive. Paywalls appear frequently (e.g., at 01:57 and 02:48), which could frustrate users trying to explore the app's features. The user is also shown an empty library screen at 05:48 with a single "Create" button. This could be an opportunity to add starter templates or a guided first-creation experience directly from that empty state to reduce friction.