Runway
Runway is a video generation and editing platform used by filmmakers, with Gen-4 text and image-to-video models and professional editing tools.
- Brand
- Runway AI
- Category
- AI Tools
- Released
- 2018
- Price
- $15
- VersusAnything Score
- 48/100
Key features
- Gen-4 video models
- Used in film production
- Editing suite included
Best for video creators and studios.
Runway specifications
| Developer | Runway AI |
|---|---|
| Tool type | Video generator |
| Launched | 2018 |
| Free tier | Yes, with one-time credits |
| Entry paid plan (USD/month) | $15 |
| Image generation | Yes |
| Live web search | No |
| Voice mode | No |
| File and image upload | Yes |
| Developer API | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, API |
| Best for | AI video generation and editing |
Score breakdown
- Capabilities (50%)
- Value (30%)
Scored against every AI tool in our database using the ai tools weighting.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Gen-4 video models
- Used in film production
- Editing suite included
Cons
- Weaker capabilities score (44/100 within ai tools)
Compare Runway against
Alternatives to Runway
- ChatGPT 50/100
- Google Gemini 58/100
- Claude 43/100
- Microsoft Copilot 45/100
- Perplexity 50/100
- Grok 43/100
Sources
- Runway: Runway AI official site (manufacturer)
Specifications last verified: 2026-10-01. Prices are launch or official list prices in US dollars unless stated. See our sources and data policy.