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Pika
AI video generator — text/image-to-video with a credit-based free tier and fast iteration.
Quick Verdict
Pricing compiled from third-party sources — not yet verified directly against pika.art/pricing.
Data last verified: September 3, 2026
Pricing
Free
80 monthly credits, 480p only, no watermark removal, no commercial use
Standard — $10/mo
700 monthly credits, watermark-free downloads, commercial use
Pro — $35/mo
2,300 monthly credits, faster generation queue
Fancy — $95/mo
6,000 monthly credits, fastest processing
Free Plan / Trial
This tool offers a permanent free plan.
Key Features
- Text-to-video generation
- Image-to-video generation
- Credit-based fast iteration
Best For
- AI video generation
- Short creative video clips
- Rapid concept video prototyping
Commercial Use & Watermark
Commercial use: Available (see note)
Per third-party sources, commercial use requires at least the Standard plan; the Free plan is non-commercial and 480p only. Community-sourced — verify current terms on pika.art before commercial use.
Watermark on free/base output: Yes
Pros & Cons
Pending — genuine pros/cons will be added after hands-on testing.
Our Testing
Testing in progress — this profile is based on officially verified information. Hands-on test results will be added once testing is complete.
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AI video generation platform — text/image-to-video, VFX, and editing tools.
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Kling AI
AI video generator from Kuaishou with a generous daily free credit allowance.
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Luma Dream Machine
AI video generator (Luma AI) — text/image-to-video with a limited free tier and credit-based paid plans.
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FAQ
Does Pika have a free plan?
Yes, per third-party sources — 80 monthly credits at 480p resolution, but without watermark removal or commercial-use rights.
Community-sourced entry — pricing and features compiled from third-party summaries, not yet verified directly against Pika’s own pricing page. Hands-on testing has not been performed.