Kling AI
Text and image to video generator.
Overview
Kling turns text or images into video clips. Features like 1080p, watermark removal and video extension are for paying members.
Best for
Trying AI video before paying for Runway.
Skip it if
Skip it if you want to use clips commercially without paying; the free Basic plan doesn't allow it, so use Runway's paid plan.
Pricing
Basic $0 forever, but no monthly credits and no commercial use. Paid plans unverified. Partly checked Oct 14, 2026 on the official pricing page. Some details unverified.
Pros
- Basic is free forever.
- Purchased credits stay valid for 2 years.
- You can buy extra credits ($1 = 66 credits).
Cons
- The free plan has no monthly credits and no commercial use.
- 1080p and watermark removal are premium-only.
How it compares
For video from text or images our Best pick is Runway. Kling is both the runner-up and the free pick. Runway's free plan gives 125 one-time credits; Kling's free Basic plan has no monthly credits.
Verdict
Worth trying for AI video. Pay for Standard before using clips commercially.
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