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Google Flow alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Google Flow alternative for most people is Runway (2.6 GPA), third in our ranking of AI image and video generators. The best free one is Kling AI (2.2 GPA).
Google Flow compared with 4 alternatives: Google Veo, Runway, Kling AI and Luma.
Google Flow's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 1 of the 4 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google FlowThis tool | Paid | No | Web |
| Google Veo | From $4.99/mo | No | Web |
| Runway | Free trial · from $12/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Kling AI | Free plan · from $8.80/mo | Yes | Web |
| Luma | Free trial · from $25/mo | Trial only | Web |
How each one differs from Google Flow
Google Veo
Google DeepMind's text-to-video model with native audio
- Google Veo starts at $4.99 per month (Google AI Plus).
- Google Veo does not cover image generation, which Google Flow does.
Suits: People who already pay for a Google AI plan and want video included
Runway
AI video, image and audio studio with its own Gen-4.5 model
- Runway starts at $12 per month for 625 credits, billed annually ($15 billed monthly).
- Runway also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Runway also covers video editing and AI agents.
Suits: Video makers who want to edit real footage by describing the change
Kling AI
AI video and image generator with monthly credit plans
- Kling AI starts at $8.80 per month for 660 credits, billed monthly.
- Kling AI has a free plan, which Google Flow lacks.
Suits: Creators who want to buy a modest, fixed amount of video each month
Luma
Creative agents for video and images, built on Luma's Ray models
- Luma starts at $25 per month for 10,000 credits, billed annually ($30 billed monthly).
- Luma also covers video editing and AI agents.
Suits: Creative teams producing many variants of a campaign or product shot
Limits worth knowing in Google Flow
- Not sold on its own: use of Flow comes through Google AI Pro or Ultra, and US dollar prices were not readable (the plans page showed another currency).
- How many generations each plan allows was not stated on the pages read.
- Availability of Ultra and some features varies by country.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Google Flow?
The alternatives to Google Flow in this directory are Google Veo, Runway, Kling AI and Luma. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Google Flow.
Is there a free alternative to Google Flow?
Yes. Kling AI has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Google Flow alternatives work on Android?
The Google Flow listing does not include an Android app. Runway lists one.
Which Google Flow alternatives work on iOS?
The Google Flow listing does not include an iOS app. Runway lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.