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  1. Runway

    4.5(17.2K) · App Store

    Runway is a web-based creative suite built around its own generative video models. It turns text prompts, images or existing clips into new footage, and adds AI tools for tasks such as removing backgrounds, expanding frames or restyling video. It is used by filmmakers, designers and agencies, and also offers an API and an iOS app.

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    Pros

    • In-house video models that work from text, images or footage
    • AI tools to remove backgrounds, expand frames or restyle clips
    • API and iOS app alongside the web suite

    Cons

    • Credits run out fast on high-quality generations
    • Free plan only gives a one-time batch of credits
    • The range of tools means a steeper learning curve
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    AI Video GeneratorsAI Image Generators
    Platforms
    WebiPhone
    Features
    API accessCommercial use licenseImage to videoMobile appText to video
    Visit websiteMore about Runway

  2. Pika

    Pika is an AI video generator that creates short clips from text prompts or images. Beyond plain generation, it is known for effect-driven tools that swap objects, add elements or apply stylized transformations to footage, which makes it popular for social media content. It runs in the browser and offers a free tier alongside paid plans with more credits.

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    Pros

    • Effect tools swap objects or add elements to footage
    • Fun, stylized results suited to social media content
    • Free tier to experiment before paying

    Cons

    • Short clips, with less realism than leading video models
    • Commercial use and more credits require a paid plan
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    AI Video Generators
    Platforms
    Web
    Features
    Commercial use licenseImage to videoText to video
    Visit websiteMore about Pika

  3. Luma Dream Machine

    4.5(1.8K) · App Store

    Dream Machine is Luma AI's creative app for generating video clips and images from text prompts or reference images. It runs on Luma's own models (Ray for video, Photon for images) and lets users iterate on a chat-like board, extend shots and control camera motion. It is available on the web and iOS, and the models are also offered through an API.

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    Pros

    • Runs on Luma's own Ray video and Photon image models
    • Chat-like board makes iterating on ideas easy
    • Camera motion control and shot extension

    Cons

    • Clips are short and often need several attempts
    • Free plan is limited, with better quality on paid plans
    • No Android app, only the web and iOS
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    AI Video GeneratorsAI Image Generators
    Platforms
    WebiPhone
    Features
    API accessImage generationImage to videoMobile appText to video
    Visit websiteMore about Luma Dream Machine

  4. Kling AI

    Kling AI is a video generation platform developed by Kuaishou, the company behind the Kwai short-video app. It creates clips from text or images with realistic motion and adds tools such as lip sync, video extension and image generation. A daily allowance of free credits lets users try it, with paid plans and an API for heavier use.

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    Pros

    • Realistic motion in clips made from text or images
    • Lip sync and video extension tools built in
    • Daily free credits to try it out

    Cons

    • Generation can be slow when demand is high
    • High-quality clips burn through credits quickly
    • Ownership by a China-based company may raise data concerns
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    AI Video GeneratorsAI Image Generators
    Platforms
    Web
    Features
    API accessImage generationImage to videoText to video
    Visit websiteMore about Kling AI

  5. Sora

    Sora is OpenAI's video generation model, available through a web app and mobile apps for iOS and Android. It creates short clips with synchronized audio from text prompts or images, and the Sora app adds a social feed where users can remix videos and, with consent, appear in each other's creations. Developers can also access the model through the OpenAI API.

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    Pros

    • Short clips with synchronized audio from text or images
    • Social feed for discovering and remixing videos
    • Available on web, iOS, Android and through the OpenAI API

    Cons

    • Cameo and remix features raise likeness and consent concerns
    • Availability and generation limits vary by country and plan
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    AI Video Generators
    Platforms
    WebiPhoneAndroid
    Features
    API accessImage to videoMobile appText to video
    Visit websiteMore about Sora

  6. Google Veo

    Veo is Google DeepMind's family of video generation models. Recent versions produce high-resolution clips with native audio, including dialogue and sound effects, from text or image prompts. Veo is not a standalone app: it is used through the Gemini app, the Flow filmmaking tool, Vertex AI and the Gemini API, mostly with paid Google AI plans.

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    Pros

    • Generates clips with native audio, including dialogue and effects
    • High-resolution output from text or image prompts
    • Available through Gemini, Flow, Vertex AI and the Gemini API

    Cons

    • No standalone app: access is spread across Google products
    • Mostly requires a paid Google AI plan
    • Generation quotas limit how many clips you can make
    Cost / License
    PaidProprietary
    Categories
    AI Video Generators
    Platforms
    WebiPhoneAndroid
    Features
    API accessImage to videoText to video
    Visit websiteMore about Google Veo