Pika Pricing (2026)
Full breakdown of Pika plans, costs, and what you get at each tier. See how it compares to other AI video generation tools.
Pika pricing
AI Video GenerationChecked Aug 2026- Standard$10/monthor $8/month billed yearly
Free option: Free (monthly credits).
Usage limits are approximate. Credits: Monthly video credits; ~80 credits per 10s 1080p clip
What it covers
AI video generator with creative effects and scene editing for social content.
- Text-to-video and image-to-video
- Pikaffects creative video effects
- Scene editing and video extension
- Lip sync for characters
- Credit-based pricing
Cost projections
| Period | Monthly billing | Annual billing |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | $10 | $8 |
| 3 months | $30 | $24 |
| 6 months | $60 | $48 |
| 12 months | $120 | $96 |
| Annual savings | Save $24/yr |
Compare AI Video Generation pricing
| Tool | Monthly | Annual | Free tier | Usage limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pika | $10/month | $8/month | Yes | Monthly video credits; ~80 credits per 10s 1080p clip |
| Runway | $15/month | $12/month | Yes | 625 monthly credits; per-clip cost varies by model and length |
| Luma Dream Machine | $9.99/month | $9.99/month | Yes | Monthly generation allowance for video; exact allotments vary |
| Kling | $10/month | $6.67/month | Yes | ~660 monthly credits for video generation |
| HeyGen | $29/month | $24/month | Yes | ~600 monthly credits for avatar videos and translations |
| Synthesia | $29/month | $18/month | Yes | ~10 minutes of generated video per month |
| Descript | $24/month | $16/month | Yes | Monthly media hours plus a separate AI credit pool |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Pika cost?
Pika Standard costs $10/mo (or $8/mo billed annually) with a monthly credit pool for video generation and effects. A free plan with monthly credits is available.
Is Pika free to use?
Yes, Pika offers a free plan with a monthly credit allotment for trying text-to-video and effects. Standard at $10/mo provides more credits, faster generation, and watermark-free downloads.
How does Pika pricing compare to Runway?
Pika Standard is $10/mo while Runway Standard is $15/mo. Pika focuses on creative effects for social content; Runway offers a broader pro editing suite with camera controls and an API.
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