ai-video · Last verified 2026-10-29 Runway pricing
Gen-4 / Gen-4.5 video + image models with a clear credits menu
Plans
| Plan | Monthly | Annual /mo | Credits /mo | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | $0 | 125 one-time | One-time 125 credits. |
| Standard | $15 | $12 | 625 | Billed annually $12/mo; monthly $15. |
| Pro | $35 | $28 | 2250 | — |
| Max | $95 | $76 | 9500 | — |
Free plan & trial
| Forever free | Yes |
| Trial | Not listed |
| Notes | Free: 125 one-time credits (do not renew). |
| Source | https://runwayml.com/pricing · checked 2026-10-29 |
Credit economics
| Reference plan | Standard annual |
| $/credit | $0.0192 |
| Example unit | Gen-4.5 5s clip (60 credits / 5s = 12 credits/s) (60 credits ≈ $1.152) |
| Notes | Gen-4.5 listed at 60 credits/5s. Top-ups min 1,000 credits. Standard/Pro credits do not roll over; Max rolls up to one month. |
| Source | https://runwayml.com/pricing · checked 2026-10-29 |
Gotchas
- Credits reset monthly on Standard/Pro — unused credits expire.
- Failed generations: confirm refund policy in-product.
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FAQ
How much does Runway cost?
Entry plan from $12/mo (prefer annual when published). Free: yes — Free: 125 one-time credits (do not renew).. Source: https://runwayml.com/pricing.
What is a Runway credit worth?
About $0.0192 per credit on the Standard annual reference (625 credits for $12/mo). Gen-4.5 listed at 60 credits/5s. Top-ups min 1,000 credits. Standard/Pro credits do not roll over; Max rolls up to one month.
Do credits roll over?
Gen-4.5 listed at 60 credits/5s. Top-ups min 1,000 credits. Standard/Pro credits do not roll over; Max rolls up to one month.