I have SORA and it's unable to do what a lot of video generators can do with AI. I've heard runway's excellent. Can someone please list some of the video generators out there and explain their specs/benefits/weaknesses.

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Whether you're a marketer, educator, content creator, or startup founder, or you just want to make things for fun, this post helps you decide which tool fits your workflow and budget.

I've evaluated 15 tools based on real world testing, UI/UX walkthroughs, pricing breakdowns, and hands on results from automation features (URL to video, prompt generation, avatar quality, and more)

I tried linked my most used / favorites in the table as well but moderation rules didn't allow me to. My go-to as of rn is Slop Club though.

I tested and reviewed paid plans on 10 of the best AI video generator platforms right now. Platforms with access to multiple models were the best value especially since individual models may be better / worse for certain things. Here are my thoughts:

SocialSight AI - 4.9/5.0 - This was the best value and access to multiple models for both video and image generation. They also have incredible character consistency when using their characters feature which works similar to the Sora app. They also give daily generations for free which helps add incredible value to the platform.

Runway - 3.2/5.0 - Outputs are good but it is extremely expensive and the models they provide are sometimes difficult to use. Could not quite figure out how to make best use of their new Act-Two model before running out of credits.

Higgsfield - 2.0/5.0 - They had good access to models but there is a LOT of bait-and-switch tactics when you buy their plans. They try to sell unlimited packages to you only to either take them completely away or they are not even as advertised. Pretty frustrating.

Hailuo AI - 4.4/5.0 - good model with decent value - best if you want to use templates but gives you less overall control.

Synthesia - 3.4/5.0 - Pretty good for avatar based content generation, but I can't really see any use cases outside of that.

Sora 2 - 4.5/5.0 - Really good video generator but does have pretty heavy moderation. As a standalone its expensive, but you can access via SocialSight

Veo3.0/3.1 - 4.2/5.0 - Also pretty good and it is available on multiple platforms + gemini. You can access it via SocialSight as well, but you can get a good amount of watermarked free generations just from the Gemini platform.

I've evaluated 7 tools based on real world testing, UI/UX walkthroughs, pricing breakdowns, and model quality features.

As of now, my go-to is SocialSight since you get access to multiple models and incredible consistency.

Hi all,

This isn’t so much for me, as it is for a friend of mine who’s working on some AI projects.

First - does anyone have any positive experiences with KlingAI? Would they recommend it? Paid version vs free version?

Second - any recommendations for video generators for AI images created in SD in general? Specifically looking to do portrait mode at this time. Free would be preferred, but he’s open to paid if they are great enough.

Third- any great recommendations for uncensored video generators that work well with AI images is very helpful as well, because eventually he will want to incorporate adult content.

Thanks!

Hey everyone—I'm hunting for an AI video generator that can:

• Produce high-quality, cinematic videos (realistic or stylized)

• Include built-in audio (music/SFX/voiceover)

• Generate clips of at least 1 minute if they can't generate at least 1 minute+ long videos, then dont even mention the ai plz.

• Offer unlimited generations (or very high monthly or daily generations)

• Money isn’t an issue—happy to pay for top-tier plans

I want the absolute best—even if it costs $100+/mo. What platforms or engines would you recommend? Open to desktop, mobile, or web-based solutions. Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone, I know this gets asked a lot, but with how fast AI tools evolve, I’d love to get some updated insights from users here:

What’s the best paid AI video generator right now in 2025?

I’ve tried a few myself, but I’m still on the hunt for something that offers consistent, high-quality results — without burning through credits like water. Some platforms give you 5–10 short videos per month, and that’s it, unless you pay a lot more.

Also: Are there any truly free or open-source alternatives out there? Something like Stable Diffusion but for video — even if it’s more technical or limited.

I’m open to both paid and free tools, but ideally looking for something sustainable for regular creative use.

Would love to hear what this community is using and recommending — especially anyone doing this professionally or frequently. Thanks in advance!

Saw somebody make a post about trying to find a good image/video generator for music they are making Suno thats fairly unrestricted. I recently conducted a test of a bunch of these so feel free to check these out!

I've evaluated 15 tools based on real world testing, UI/UX walkthroughs, pricing breakdowns, and hands on results from automation features (URL to video, prompt generation, avatar quality, and more)

I've linked my most used / favorites in the table as well. My go-to as of rn is slop.club though.

I’m looking for AI-powered video generation and enhancement tools to help me create high-quality 10-15 minute short YouTube videos or even movies. I’ve come across a few platforms, but I’d love to hear from anyone who has experience with these or other similar tools.

I’m specifically looking for technology that can:

1. Generate videos from text or images

2. Create realistic animations and special effects

3. Enhance live-action videos with AI-powered improvements

4. Provide customization for style, tone, and branding

5. Integrate with existing video editing software

Some of the platforms I’ve researched include:

1. RunwayML

2. Kling (which I might not be able to access)

3. InVideo

4. Lumen5

5. Suno (voice modeling)

6. Eleven Labs (voice modeling)

If you’ve used any AI video generation tools, I’d appreciate your insights on what worked well, what didn’t, and what features you think are missing.

I'm open to both free and paid solutions, so feel free to recommend anything that has worked for you. Additionally, any advice on maximizing the potential of these tools would be greatly appreciated!

I am trying to figure out which AI video tools are worth it for real world use cases. Specifically, I am interested in something that goes beyond just stitching clips together. I would like a tool that can bring in avatars, narration, and multilingual dubbing to make content feel polished.

For example, imagine you are running a travel brand. You already have a large content library with images and clips. Instead of manually editing, the idea would be to prompt the AI to generate a 15 second reel that highlights the Caribbean experience with music, dancing, wildlife, and food, and package it in a way that is ready for Instagram or TikTok.

From what I have tested, AI Studios gets pretty close. It is strong on natural lip sync for avatars, offers multilingual voiceovers, and integrates with teams or APIs, which makes it useful for marketing, training, or even repurposing branded content at scale.

Has anyone else used AI Studios (or similar platforms) for this type of work? I am curious how well it performs for quick turnaround social clips versus longer corporate style videos.

I’m diving into the world of ai video generation and trying to figure out which tools are actually worth the time and money.

i’ve checked out runwayml, but it looks like you only get full video generation (like text-to-video or frame-by-frame creation) with the unlimited plan at $95/month. kinda steep does anyone here think it's worth it? right now, i’ve been using midjourney for images and then uploading them into video tools, which works okay but feels a bit clunky.

recently started experimenting with domoai too, results are honestly on par in many cases especially for stylized or aesthetic content. curious what the rest of you are using. what’s your go-to workflow for generating ai videos? any tips for smooth storytelling or making content that feels more cinematic?

Appreciate any insights!

I tried out Sora recently and I found it pretty disappointing. I'm curious what other programs there are out there that might yield better results. Thanks for letting me know!

I was wondering which AI video creator (app and/or website) is the best?

I would to make AI video of myself without constantly recording new videos, and also to tweak it a bit so it is similar to me but not so easily recognizable when seen in public?

Since we’re basically wrapping up the year and I’ve spent an unhealthy amount of time messing with AI video tools, here’s the short list of the ones that I enjoyed the most:

1. LTX Stu⁤dio
Honestly? This one surprised me the most. It actually feels like you’re directing something instead of fighting the model. Camera moves make sense, characters don’t morph into goblins halfway through, and the updates this year have been wild.

2. Run⁤way
Still the “I need something that just works” option. Super consistent. Not the most creative sometimes, but if I need a clean shot, Run⁤way is where I go.

3. Pi⁤ka
Pi⁤ka is chaos energy in tool form. One render is gorgeous, the next looks like it drank 4 Red Bulls and forgot physics. But when it hits? It hits. I keep coming back to it just because it’s fun to mess with.

4. Stable Video Diffusion
More for the nerds among us. Tons of control, tons of tweaking, tons of “why did I think this would be easy,” but the output can be really pretty if you’re willing to put in the effort.

Anyway, that’s my list for the year. Curious what everyone else has been using or if there’s something I somehow missed.

2026 is looking insane already.