Video generation · A-tier
Runway
Video generation and an editing suite. One of the default tools for short AI clips.
Best for
Short generated clips plus a timeline, in one subscription.
What it is
Runway is a video generation and editing product. Gen models make clips from text, images, and video, and the app includes more traditional editing tools. The company is older than the generative video boom. It remains a default for short product and concept clips.
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Pricing
Freemium
Starting price: check site
A limited free tier and paid credit plans. Video credits go quickly. Check the current plan before a production week.
Dates
Released 2018 (year precision).
Added to StackPick 14 Oct 2026.
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What is Runway best for?
Short generated clips plus a timeline, in one subscription.
How much does Runway cost?
Freemium. Starting price: check site. A limited free tier and paid credit plans. Video credits go quickly. Check the current plan before a production week.
What are alternatives to Runway?
Kling AI, Luma Dream Machine, Sora are the alternatives we file next to it. Open a comparison when one exists.