Runway
by Runway AI
AI video generation and editing for creators and filmmakers.
Overview
Runway is a creative platform focused on AI video. It generates short video clips from text and images and provides AI editing tools used by creators, agencies and film teams.
What it does
Runway turns text or still images into short video clips, extends and edits footage, removes backgrounds from video, and offers tools for consistent characters and camera control.
Main features
- Text-to-video and image-to-video
- Video editing tools
- Background removal for video
- Camera and motion controls
- Team workspaces
Pricing
Free plan with a one-time allowance of credits. Paid plans include monthly credits; higher tiers add more generation and team features.
Prices vary by country, currency and billing period and change often, so we don't quote figures. See current prices on the official pricing page.
Strengths and limitations
Our view — editorial assessment, not a claim by the developer.
Advantages
- Among the leading AI video generators
- Professional-grade editing tools
- Regular model updates
Limitations
- Credits get used quickly on video
- Clips are short and need editing together
- Results can need several attempts
Best for
- Content creators
- Agencies
- Filmmakers prototyping ideas
Alternatives to Runway
Synthesia
Synthesia
Presenter-style videos with AI avatars, no camera needed.
- Stock AI avatars
- Custom avatars (plan dependent)
- Many languages and voices
HeyGen
HeyGen
AI avatar videos and video translation.
- AI avatars
- Custom avatars from your footage
- Video translation with lip sync
Descript
Descript
Edit audio and video by editing the transcript.
- Text-based audio and video editing
- Filler word removal
- Studio Sound audio enhancement
Runway FAQs
Is Runway free?
Runway offers a free plan with limited credits. Ongoing use needs a paid plan.
How long are Runway videos?
Generated clips are short (seconds rather than minutes); longer videos are made by combining clips.
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