Runway is an AI creative platform focused on video. You can generate clips from text or images, animate stills, extend shots, change styles and apply AI editing tools, all in the browser.
Paid plans give access to Runway’s own Gen-4.5 video model and to partner models including Kling 4.0, Seedance and Google’s Nano Banana Pro for images, all paid for with monthly credits.
Key features
- Text and image to video with Gen-4.5 and partner models.
- Image generation including Nano Banana Pro.
- AI editing tools for removing objects, changing backgrounds and restyling footage.
- 4K upscaling with Topaz AI Upscale on Pro and Max.
- Camera and motion controls for directed shots.
- Runway API for developers.
Runway pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual (per month) | Credits/month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | – | 125 one-time credits |
| Standard | $15 | $12 | 625 |
| Pro | $35 | $28 | 2,250 plus unlimited 4K upscaling |
| Max | $95 | $76 | 9,500, early access, rollover up to one month |
| Enterprise | Custom | Custom | Custom |
Credits on Standard and Pro reset each billing cycle. Max lets up to one month of unused credits roll over.
Our experience using Runway
Runway is where we go for directed AI video: start with a generated image, animate it with camera controls, then clean up the result with editing tools. Having several leading models under one subscription saves juggling accounts.
Expect to generate several takes for a usable shot. For talking-head avatar videos, Synthesia and HeyGen are better fits; for cheaper experimentation, try Pika.
Who should use Runway?
Runway suits filmmakers, motion designers, agencies and content creators who want high-quality AI footage and editing in one place.
Runway vs alternatives
Pika is a cheaper multi-model option. Synthesia and HeyGen focus on AI avatars. Adobe Firefly offers commercially safe video. OpenAI’s Sora was discontinued in 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Runway free?
Runway gives 125 one-time free credits to try a selection of models.
How much does Runway cost?
Standard costs $15 per month or $12 billed yearly, Pro $35 or $28, and Max $95 or $76.
Which models does Runway include?
Runway’s Gen-4.5 plus partner models such as Kling 4.0, Seedance and Nano Banana Pro on paid plans.
Do Runway credits roll over?
Not on Standard and Pro. Max lets up to one month of unused credits roll over.
Does Runway have an API?
Yes. Runway offers an API for developers.
