Screenshots Runway
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Runway at a glance
The full test of Runway is in production. In the meantime, the score above is our initial assessment. Check the battles below or the official site.
Runway pricing
Pricing verified on May 22, 2026, updated monthly. Prices vary with monthly vs annual billing.
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Runway in our battles
Veo vs Runway
Veo vs Runway in 2026: we pitted Via Gemini subscription against $12/month. Runway verdict, Joute scores, and which one to pick based on your profile.
Runway vs Luma Dream Machine
Runway and Luma Dream Machine head to head: strengths, weaknesses, entry price ($12/month vs $9/month), and who each one is for, by Joute.
Runway vs Kling
Runway vs Kling comparison: $12/month vs $8/month, plus the real difference in daily use. Runway wins this duel.
Everything about Runway
Is Runway free?
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Runway is freemium: limited free tier available, paid plan at 12 €/month to unlock limits.
How much does Runway cost?
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Runway starts at 12 €/month, freemium model. Full details on the dedicated pricing page, verified monthly.
What are the alternatives to Runway?
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The main alternatives in the same category are Kling, HeyGen, Synthesia. See the alternatives page for the full top.
Is Runway really reliable long-term?
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Our obsolescence risk score is 6/10 (Watch out). Watch out: part of its value may be absorbed by large models by 2027.
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Runway
From 12 €/month