ngram vs Arcads

Choose Arcads for AI actors, creative models and repeatable ad production through Mark, Workflows or developer tools. Choose ngram for a source-based business video with a plan containing the script, followed by chat or timeline revisions. Compare the creative controls, review steps and credit usage for your recurring work.

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ngram

Source-based video

Create and revise source-based videos for recurring business work.

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Arcads

Arcads

Choose actors and generation models, direct the creative with Mark, or reuse a workflow for another campaign.

Feature by feature

Compare creation and delivery

Compare the creation process, editing controls and sharing options. Read each row for the relevant limits and plan requirements.

ngram and Arcads feature comparison
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Creation
Source material and an editable brief for a planned video
AI actors, creative models, Mark and reusable Workflows
Review
Approve the plan containing the script
Generation cost shown before running; optional confirmation setting
Editing
Chat revisions and timeline controls
Trim, stitch, layers, resize, text overlay and model-based edits
Repeat production
Reuse the brief, style and selected Brand Kit
Workflows from Creator; reusable generation and editing steps
Developer access
API and connected assistants with sufficient credits
MCP on all plans; API from Pro
Team setup
Shared workspace and configured Brand Kits
Team seats, custom actors and additional voice options from Pro
Usage
Output seconds at the selected model’s rate
Credits vary by model and operation; rollover and overage differ by plan
The work you repeat

Choose the workflow for your next video

Use ngram

Explain your source material

Give ngram your source and audience, approve the plan containing the script, then refine the generated video.

Use Arcads

Build actor-led ads and creative workflows

Choose actors and generation models, direct the creative with Mark, or reuse a workflow for another campaign.

Use them together

Reuse the footage you already have

Export footage you can reuse, upload it to ngram and describe the new message. Keep the editable original in Arcads.

Choose by the job

Choose around the work your team repeats

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Where ngram fits
Create with ngram
Begin with your actual sources

Use product pages, approved copy, PDFs, decks, screenshots or footage to explain a specific benefit.

Approve the plan and script

Review the proposed message before generation. Choose the Brand Kit you want in the composer and turn captions on when wanted.

Keep revising the same story

Request a clearer hook or another version through chat, or use the timeline to refine the result.

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Where Arcads fits
Consider this workflow
Direct an AI actor

Choose an actor and provide the script or audio, then evaluate the voice, delivery and product treatment for your campaign.

Reuse a creative workflow

Creator and higher plans include Workflows for connected production steps. Reuse the structure with new campaign material.

Connect production tools

MCP is included across plans; Pro adds API access. Budget the selected models and operations rather than assuming a flat price per finished ad.

Compare the subscription and the work it covers

ngram

Free: 1,000 credits/month. Basic: $29/month on monthly billing.

Arcads

Plans use monthly credits: Starter 8,000; Creator 16,000; Pro 48,000; Scale 96,000; Business 192,000. Check the account offer for dollar pricing.

See ngram plans and allowances
The decision

Which tool is right for you?

For source-based creation
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Choose ngram

Create and revise source-based videos for recurring business work.

  • Your team needs product, training and marketing videos from source material
  • You want a reusable brief and an approved plan
  • You want to revise through chat or timeline controls
  • You want the same source to support another audience or format

Video generation uses credits. Review your estimate in ngram. MP4 downloads require Basic or higher.

How credits work
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Choose Arcads

Choose actors and generation models, direct the creative with Mark, or reuse a workflow for another campaign.

  • Your campaign relies on actor delivery
  • You want several creative models in one studio
  • You need reusable generation and editing workflows
  • You want MCP or API-driven creative production

From this input to this video

An AI presenter introduces Buffer Start Page using its official guide, with key phrases behind the speaker and real product screenshots.

Prompt

Create a 30-second ad video for Buffer Start Page, a customizable microsite for a business or creator. Open with: One bio link. Everything you want to share.. Narrate bringing links, images and videos together on one page with Depth captions, with an AI presenter and large key words behind the speaker, supported by official product screenshots from https://support.buffer.com/en-us/articles/using-start-page-with-buffer-vvu8iGZ8Qa visuals. Tone: bright and practical. End with the line: Explore Start Page with Buffer. Use 16:9 format. Voiceover language: English. Preserve real source screens; do not invent traffic numbers, conversions, testimonials or interface states. Use an AI presenter as the narrator, with short key phrases behind the speaker. Present sourced product information, without suggesting that the presenter is a customer or employee.

Read the video transcript

One bio link. Everything you want to share. Start Page is a simple, customizable microsite for your business or creator brand, built in Buffer. Pick a template, then add blocks: links to your shop and latest post, images, YouTube videos, and your social channels. Drag to reorder, preview every change live, then publish. Copy your link, add it to your bio. Explore Start Page with Buffer.

Create an ad from your real product information

See an AI-presenter ad for Buffer Start Page, made from its official guide. Inspect the exact input and result, then adapt the brief to your product.

  1. Prepare the product facts

    Use a public product page, approved copy, screenshots or authorized footage. Keep the claims and call to action specific.

  2. Shape the ad

    Fill in the hook, benefit, audience and call to action below. Choose the style and settings; select your configured Brand Kit in ngram.

  3. Review and share

    Approve the plan containing the script. Check the generated result, request changes and share it. Paid plans enable MP4 downloads for your ad channels.

Explore this video template

Make it yours

Fill in your details here, or continue and finish your brief in ngram.

Video generation uses credits. Review your estimate in ngram. MP4 downloads require Basic or higher.

How credits work

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ngram vs Arcads, answered

When should I choose ngram instead of Arcads?

Choose Arcads for AI actors, creative models and repeatable ad production through Mark, Workflows or developer tools. Choose ngram for a source-based business video with a plan containing the script, followed by chat or timeline revisions. Compare the creative controls, review steps and credit usage for your recurring work.

Does Arcads only create actor clips?

No. Arcads also provides creative models, editing, Mark and reusable Workflows. Compare the actor controls, production steps and developer access with the source-to-video process your team wants.

Can I bring my existing video into ngram?

Export footage you have rights to reuse from Arcads and upload it as source material. Describe the new audience and message, then approve ngram’s plan. Keep the editable original project in Arcads.

What does the example show?

A real ngram AI-presenter ad for Buffer Start Page, based on its official guide. The exact input, style, transcript and result are provided. Adapt the brief to your product and audience.

How do branding and captions work in ngram?

Set up your Brand Kit and select it in the composer for the current video. Turn captions on when wanted, then approve the plan containing the script. Request revisions or use the timeline after generation.

Can I share videos on ngram Free?

Free includes 1,000 credits/month and supports public sharing and website embeds. Use a paid plan for MP4 downloads; unlisted links start with Basic.

How should I compare prices?

ngram: Free: 1,000 credits/month. Basic: $29/month on monthly billing. Arcads: Plans use monthly credits: Starter 8,000; Creator 16,000; Pro 48,000; Scale 96,000; Business 192,000. Check the account offer for dollar pricing.

Can I create another aspect ratio?

After the first video, request another version and select its aspect ratio and duration. Review the plan and output for that channel.
Make your next video

Turn your source into a video

Start with your sources and describe the video you need. Select your Brand Kit in ngram, then review the plan and create your first video.

Talk to sales

Video generation uses credits. Review your estimate in ngram. MP4 downloads require Basic or higher.

How credits work
Inputs
URLs, briefs, scripts, assets
Delivery
MP4 + optional conversion