Best AI Tools for Generating Video from Text

    Generate video clips or full videos from a prompt, script or images.

    Short answer

    For generating video from text, the most-visited AI tool we track is Runway, followed by Synthesia and InVideo AI. Runway has a free plan. The lowest paid entry price is Pika at $10/mo (Starter). Ranked by real web traffic (Tranco), not by who pays.

    Updated Oct 23, 2026 · Data: Tranco web traffic ranks, verified pricing

    1. 1

      Runway

      Generative AI video tools for filmmakers — Gen-4 and beyond.

      #6,186 global trafficFreemium · $12/mo (Standard)Free plan
    2. 2

      Synthesia

      Create professional AI avatar videos without cameras or studios.

      #10,666 global trafficFreemium · $29/mo (Starter)Free plan
    3. 3

      InVideo AI

      AI video creation platform from scripts and prompts.

      #13,549 global trafficFreemium · $20/mo (Starter)Free plan
    4. 4

      Pika

      AI video generation from text or images with cinematic quality.

      #28,397 global trafficFreemium · $10/mo (Starter)Free plan
    5. 5

      Fliki

      Turn text and blog posts into AI voiceover videos.

      #53,102 global trafficFreemium · $28/mo (Standard)Free plan

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the best AI tool for generating video from text?

    For generating video from text, the most-visited AI tool we track is Runway, followed by Synthesia and InVideo AI.

    Is there a free AI tool for generating video from text?

    Yes. Runway, Synthesia, InVideo AI, Pika and Fliki have a free plan or free tier.

    What is the cheapest AI tool for generating video from text?

    Among the tools we list, Pika has the lowest paid plan at $10/mo (Starter).

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