Runway
Best overallThe full AI video suite — generate, edit and finish in one place
Our verdict
The most complete AI video workspace — just watch the credit meter, because generous-looking plans run out quickly.
Runway is more than a generator: Gen-4 text and image-to-video sits beside a browser editor with masking, motion brush, colour tools and effects. It is the closest thing to an AI-native post-production pipeline for short-form creators.
How we scored it
What we liked
- ✓Generate and edit in one workflow
- ✓Strong motion control
- ✓Free credits to test
What to watch
- ✕Credits burn fast at higher resolutions
- ✕Free grant does not last
- ✕Steep for casual users
Key features
- ◆Gen-4 text-to-video
- ◆Image-to-video
- ◆Motion brush
- ◆Video editing timeline
- ◆Rotoscoping and masking
- ◆API access
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