Runway vs Sora
Compare Runway and Sora: free credits, features, and ratings. Which one is right for you?
Category
Video Generation
Video Generation
Rating
β 3.5
β 3
Free Credits
125 credits (one-time)
2 undefined
Refresh Period
one-time
none
Resolution
480p-720p
ζι«1080p
Watermark
Yes
No
Commercial Use
No
No
Paid From
$12/month
Shut Down
Runway
Pioneer in AI video generation. Gen-3 Alpha model delivers excellent quality. 125 free credits monthly, enough for a few high-quality short clips. Popular among professional creators.
Pros
- βMost comprehensive
- βBest video editing
- βIndustry standard
Cons
- βOnly 125 one-time credits
- βCredits don't refill
- βExpensive
Key Features
Video GenerationVideo EditingGreen ScreenMotion TrackingStyle Transfer
Sora
OpenAI's video generation tool, Sora 2 is back online. Unlimited free 1080p watermark-free generation available through free channels. Quality is top-tier among similar tools.
Pros
- βWas top-tier video quality
- βUnique storyboard feature
- βGood motion consistency
- βSora 2 had narrative breakthroughs
Cons
- βShut down on March 24, 2026
- βPricing was 3-10x above competitors
- β10-month beta missed market window
- βFree credits cut from 30 to 6/day
- βNever available in China mainland
- βComplex scenes sometimes failed
Key Features
Text to Video (shut down)Image to Video (shut down)Video editingStoryboard featureUp to 1080pUp to 20 secondsSora 2 narrative coherenceDirector's perspective framing