Introduction
The Free plan is designed for those looking to explore Runway's AI models before committing to a paid tier. With a limited, one-time credit allocation and access to a select range of models, it's ideal for testing capabilities and getting a feel for what Runway has to offer.
Who is the Free plan for?
The Free plan is ideal if you're:
- New to Runway and want to explore what the platform has to offer
- Experimenting with simple generations before committing to a paid plan
- Looking to get a feel for AI video creation at no cost
The Free plan gives you a taste of Runway's core features, making it a great starting point before upgrading to a paid tier. Keep in mind that a one-time deposit of 125 credits is included. These credits do not expire and do not renew or refresh once spent.
If you find yourself needing more credits or access to additional models, you may consider upgrading to the Standard or Pro plan.
What models are supported on the Free plan?
Generative Video
- Gen-4 Turbo (Image to Video)
Generative Image
- Gen-4 (Text to Image, References)
- Gemini 3 Pro
- Gemini 2.5
- Image Apps
Generative Audio
- Text to Speech
- Audio Apps
- 3 video editor projects
FAQ
Can I purchase more credits on a Free plan?
Credits cannot be purchased on a free plan. You can purchase more credits to continue generating by signing up for the Standard plan or above.
Why do my videos have a Watermark?
All videos generated on a Free plan feature a Runway watermark. You can generate without a watermark by signing up for the Standard plan or above.
Why am I prompted to upgrade when trying to generate?
If you're seeing a prompt to upgrade, this likely means the model or tool you're using isn't included in the Free plan or you do not have enough credits to start the generation.