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Runway
Runway is an AI image and video generation platform that puts text-to-video, image creation, audio tools, and in-browser editing in one cloud workspace. You describe a scene or upload assets, pick from models like Gen-4.5, Kling 3.0, or Seedance 2.0, and get finished clips, stills, or audio without leaving the app.
Where most AI video tools lock you into a single model, Runway stacks dozens of third-party and in-house models behind one credit wallet and one timeline. That means you can generate with Gen-4.5, restyle a shot with Aleph 2.0, then chain steps in node-based Workflows or hand off to the Runway Dev API. The trade-off is credit math: a 5-second Gen-4.5 clip costs 60 credits, so heavy users need the higher tiers.
It fits filmmakers, ad teams, and solo creators who want model choice and editing in one place rather than juggling separate subscriptions. Enterprise teams get SSO, custom credit packages, and workspace analytics on top of the same model library.
Gen-4.5 video generation costs 60 credits per 5-second clip on paid plans
Standard plan ($12/month billed annually) includes 625 monthly credits, enough for about 52 seconds of Gen-4.5 video
Model library spans Gen-4.5, Kling 3.0, Seedance 2.0, Nano Banana Pro, Veo 3.1, and FLUX.2
Node-based Workflows let you chain multiple models, modalities, and steps in custom pipelines
Apps collection includes Remove from Video, Upscale Video, Add Dialogue, and Virtual Try-On tools
Runway Agent builds end-to-end videos from conversational prompts inside the editor
Free tier grants 125 one-time credits and 5GB asset storage with no credit card required
Bundles image, video, audio, and editing tools with dozens of models in one workspace.
Node-based Workflows and a developer API let teams chain models beyond the web editor.
Trusted by 60M+ creators and enterprise partners including Lionsgate and major studios.
Gen-4.5 video costs 60 credits per 5 seconds, so credits deplete quickly on long clips.
The Free plan only includes 125 one-time credits with no monthly refresh.
4K upscaling and the full model library require a paid Standard plan or higher.
Is Runway free to use?
Yes. Runway offers a Free plan with 125 one-time credits and 5GB asset storage. Paid plans start at $12 per month when billed annually for the Standard tier with 625 monthly credits.
How do Runway credits work?
Runway uses credits across image, video, and audio models. A 5-second Gen-4.5 video costs 60 credits, while a 1080p Gen-4 Image costs 8 credits. Paid plans refresh credits monthly, and the Max plan rolls unused credits over for one month.
What video models does Runway include?
Runway gives access to Gen-4.5, Aleph 2.0, Seedance 2.0, Kling 3.0, and Veo 3.1 among others. Model availability and credit costs vary by plan, with Standard and above unlocking the full library.
Does Runway offer an API for developers?
Yes. Runway Dev is a separate platform where developers trigger Workflows through custom API endpoints, combine multiple models, and build pipelines. Enterprise teams can request custom credit packages and SSO.
What does Runway's Standard plan include?
Runway's Standard plan costs $12 per month when billed annually and includes 625 monthly credits, access to all AI image and video models, 4K upscaling, and watermark-free exports.
Can Runway upscale videos to 4K?
Yes. Runway includes 4K upscaling on Standard plans and above, plus a dedicated Upscale Video app. The Max plan also bundles Topaz AI Upscale for higher-resolution output.