Runway
Video GenerationProfessional AI video generation and editing platform. Text-to-video, image-to-video, motion brush, and a full creative toolkit for filmmakers.
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Pricing Plans
Features
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Most mature AI video platform
- +Professional editing toolkit
- +Text and image to video
- +Frame-level motion control
Cons
- -Pro tier is expensive
- -Free tier very limited
- -Long generation times
- -Quality inconsistent for complex scenes
Getting Started Guide
Step-by-step instructions for non-technical users.
- 1
Create a free account
Sign up at runwayml.com. The free tier gives you limited credits to test video generation.
- 2
Try text-to-video
Enter a descriptive prompt: "A golden retriever running on a beach at sunset, cinematic 4K." Runway generates a short clip.
- 3
Try image-to-video
Upload a still image and Runway animates it. This often produces better results than pure text-to-video.
- 4
Use motion brush
Draw on specific areas of an image to control where motion happens. This gives you much finer control over the output.
- 5
Evaluate your needs
Free credits go fast. Standard ($12/mo) works for light use. Pro ($76/mo) is needed for serious production work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Runway vs Sora?
Sora produces more photorealistic single shots. Runway offers a complete editing toolkit with more control. Choose Sora for one-off clips, Runway for production workflows.
How long can generated clips be?
Individual clips are typically 4-16 seconds depending on your plan. You can extend or combine clips for longer videos.
Can I use generated videos commercially?
Yes, all paid plans include commercial usage rights for generated content.