Alternatives · AI Images & Video
Vidu alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Vidu alternative for most people is Runway (2.6 GPA), third in our ranking of AI image and video generators. The best free one is PixVerse (2.6 GPA).
Vidu compared with 6 alternatives: Kling AI, Runway, PixVerse, Hailuo AI, Pika and 1 more.
Vidu has a free plan. Paid plans start at $8.25 per month for 800 credits, billed yearly ($10 billed monthly). 3 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ViduThis tool | Free plan · from $8.25/mo | Yes | Web |
| Kling AI | Free plan · from $8.80/mo | Yes | Web |
| Runway | Free trial · from $12/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| PixVerse | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Hailuo AI | Free trial · from $8.40/mo | Trial only | Web, Android |
| Pika | From $8/mo | No | Web, iOS |
| Wan | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
Vidu starts at $8.25 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 6 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: Pika.
Runway scores higher without starting lower. PixVerse and Wan start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Vidu
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 does not cover templates, which Vidu does.
Suits: Creators who want to buy a modest, fixed amount of video each month
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 has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Vidu.
- Runway also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Runway also covers video editing and AI agents.
- Runway does not cover templates, which Vidu does.
Suits: Video makers who want to edit real footage by describing the change
PixVerse
AI video app built on PixVerse V6, with templates and an agent
- PixVerse starts at $8 per month for 1,200 credits, billed yearly ($10 billed monthly).
- PixVerse also lists iOS and Android apps.
- PixVerse also covers video editing and AI agents.
Suits: Social videos made from your own photos with trending templates
Hailuo AI
MiniMax's video and image generator, running its H3 model
- Hailuo AI starts at $8.40 per month, billed yearly ($10.50 billed monthly).
- Hailuo AI has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Vidu.
- Hailuo AI also lists an Android app.
Suits: Short social clips with sound from a prompt or a photo
Pika
Video, image and sound apps built on Pika and partner models
- Pika starts at $8 per month for 600 credits, billed annually ($10 billed monthly).
- Pika has no free plan, unlike Vidu.
- Pika also lists an iOS app.
- Pika also covers video editing.
- Pika does not cover templates, which Vidu does.
Suits: Social and ad creators who want task-specific video and image tools
Wan
AI video and image generator on monthly credit plans
- Wan starts at $5 per month for 300 credits, billed yearly ($10 billed monthly).
- Wan does not cover templates, which Vidu does.
Suits: Hobbyists who want to try video generation at a low monthly price
Limits worth knowing in Vidu
- The page describes the yearly prices as a limited-time offer ('Yearly Billing 18% Off').
- The Free plan's credit amount is not shown, and the Q4 model uses 2 credits per second at 540P.
- Credits are sold at $1.03, $1.01 and $0.96 per 100 on the paid tiers.
- The Ultimate plan's credit total reads inconsistently on the page, so check it before buying.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Vidu?
The alternatives to Vidu in this directory are Kling AI, Runway, PixVerse, Hailuo AI, Pika and Wan. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Vidu.
Is there a free alternative to Vidu?
Yes. Kling AI, PixVerse and Wan have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Vidu alternatives work on Android?
The Vidu listing does not include an Android app. Runway, PixVerse and Hailuo AI list one.
Which Vidu alternatives work on iOS?
The Vidu listing does not include an iOS app. Runway, PixVerse and Pika list 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.