Video Length Options: 8s to 64s
⏱️ Choosing the Perfect Video Duration
WishBot supports video lengths from 8 to 64 seconds in 8-second increments. Each duration is optimized for different marketing goals, platforms, and content types.
All video lengths cost exactly 1 credit regardless of duration. A 64-second video costs the same as an 8-second video!
📊 Duration vs. Platform Performance
Duration | TikTok | YouTube | |||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
8s | ✅ Excellent | ✅ Excellent | ⚠️ Too short | ❌ Too brief | ✅ Good |
16s | ✅ Excellent | ✅ Excellent | ✅ Good | ⚠️ Brief | ✅ Excellent |
24-32s | ✅ Good | ✅ Good | ✅ Excellent | ✅ Good | ✅ Excellent |
40-64s | ⚠️ Long | ⚠️ Long | ✅ Excellent | ✅ Excellent | ✅ Good |
🚀 8-Second Videos: Maximum Impact
Perfect For:
- Brand awareness campaigns
- Product reveals or announcements
- Quick tips or hacks
- Teaser content
- Simple call-to-actions
Content Structure:
- 0-2s: Hook/attention grabber
- 2-6s: Core message or visual
- 6-8s: Call-to-action
Best Practices:
- Use bold, contrasting visuals
- Keep text minimal and large
- Focus on one single message
- Include strong branding elements
Concept: "New iPhone 15 - Pre-order Now!"
Structure: Product reveal (3s) + Key feature (3s) + "Pre-order today" (2s)
Result: High engagement, clear action
⚖️ 16-Second Videos: The Sweet Spot
Perfect For:
- Product demonstrations
- Before/after showcases
- Simple tutorials
- Service explanations
- Customer testimonials
Content Structure:
- 0-3s: Hook/problem statement
- 3-10s: Solution/demonstration
- 10-13s: Benefit/result
- 13-16s: Call-to-action
Technical Details:
- Clip Structure: 2 segments of 8 seconds each
- Transitions: Smooth cuts between segments
- Consistency: Visual style maintained throughout
Concept: "Fitness App Transformation"
Structure: Problem (4s) + App demo (8s) + Results (4s)
Result: Clear value proposition with proof
📖 24-32 Second Videos: Detailed Storytelling
Perfect For:
- Complex product features
- Service walkthroughs
- Brand storytelling
- Multiple benefit highlighting
- Educational content
Content Structure (24s):
- 0-4s: Hook/attention grabber
- 4-12s: Problem exploration
- 12-20s: Solution presentation
- 20-24s: Call-to-action
Content Structure (32s):
- 0-5s: Hook/introduction
- 5-15s: Problem/pain point
- 15-25s: Solution/benefits
- 25-32s: Call-to-action/next steps
Multi-Clip Production:
- 24s: 3 clips of 8 seconds each
- 32s: 4 clips of 8 seconds each
- Continuity: Seamless narrative flow
- Visual consistency: Same style and branding
🎬 40-64 Second Videos: Comprehensive Coverage
Perfect For:
- B2B service explanations
- High-value product showcases
- Detailed customer journeys
- Multi-step processes
- Comprehensive feature tours
Content Structure (40s):
- 0-6s: Hook/introduction
- 6-18s: Problem exploration
- 18-32s: Solution demonstration
- 32-40s: Benefits and CTA
Content Structure (64s):
- 0-8s: Hook/introduction
- 8-24s: Problem/challenge
- 24-48s: Solution/demonstration
- 48-64s: Benefits/results/CTA
Advanced Features:
- Multiple segments: Up to 8 clips for 64s videos
- Narrative arcs: Complete story development
- Feature showcases: Multiple product aspects
- Customer journey mapping: End-to-end experience
🎯 Choosing the Right Length for Your Goals
Brand Awareness → 8-16 seconds
Quick, memorable messages that stick with viewers and build brand recognition.
Product Education → 16-32 seconds
Enough time to explain features, benefits, and usage scenarios clearly.
Service Explanation → 32-48 seconds
Detailed walkthroughs of processes, methodologies, and value propositions.
Complex Sales → 48-64 seconds
Comprehensive coverage of problems, solutions, benefits, and social proof.
📈 Performance Optimization by Length
Short Videos (8-16s) Excel At:
- Higher completion rates (80-95%)
- Better shareability and virality potential
- Lower production costs and faster creation
- Platform algorithm favorability
Medium Videos (24-32s) Excel At:
- Balanced engagement and information delivery
- Better conversion rates for considered purchases
- Improved brand recall and message retention
- Cross-platform versatility
Long Videos (40-64s) Excel At:
- Highest conversion rates for complex products
- Better qualified lead generation
- Comprehensive feature communication
- B2B and high-value product sales
⚡ Pro Tips for Length Selection
- Match Platform Norms: Follow platform-specific best practices
- Consider Your Audience: Attention spans vary by demographic
- Test Different Lengths: A/B test to find your optimal duration
- Content Complexity: More complex = longer duration needed
- Campaign Goals: Awareness vs. conversion requires different lengths
Don't automatically choose longer videos thinking "more is better." Sometimes a punchy 8-second video outperforms a detailed 64-second one.
Still unsure about length? Start a conversation with WishBot and get personalized recommendations based on your business goals and target platform.