
Runway
AI video generation and editing platform for creators
Overview
Runway builds AI models for video and images and offers them through Runway Creative, a developer API and robotics tools. Creators use it to generate and edit video from text and images, with a free plan that includes one-time credits and paid plans for more usage.
Key features
- Text and image to video
- AI video editing tools
- Mobile apps
- Developer API
Use cases
- Generating cinematic shots
- Editing and extending clips
- Creating ad visuals
Pricing
- Pricing model
- Freemium
- Starting price
- $12/month
Prices and plans change often. Confirm current pricing on runway.com before you buy. Last checked October 18, 2026.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Free plan available to get started
- Published pricing (from $12/month)
- API or developer access for integrations
- Available on iOS, Android
Cons
- Advanced features and higher limits need a paid plan
Pros and cons are based only on the facts in this listing (pricing model, platforms and features), not on hands-on scores.
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