AI Tool Comparison
Clipchamp vs RunwayML
A side-by-side breakdown to help you pick the right tool for your workflow.
Clipchamp
Edit and export unlimited watermark-free HD videos for free, with AI subtitles and voiceovers built in.
RunwayML
Generate and edit video with Gen-4.5 — or access Kling, Veo 3.1, and Seedance from the same interface. The multi-model video studio used by professional filmmakers.
Bottom Line
Last reviewed: August 2026
Clipchamp and RunwayML both compete in Video, overlapping most directly on video. RunwayML carries the higher rating (4.6 vs 4.3), but a gap that size rarely overrides a real workflow fit on its own.
Choose Clipchamp if…
Best for anyone who wants a full HD video edited and exported without paying for anything, and its edge is unlimited 1080p exports with no watermark on the free plan, a rare deal in video editing. The best free video editor for quick-turnaround content, not a replacement for a professional NLE.
Choose RunwayML if…
Best for professional video generation and editing across multiple AI models in one studio, and its edge is access to Gen-4.5, Kling, Veo 3.1, and Seedance from a single interface. The most flexible choice when you don't want to commit to just one video model.
| Attribute | Clipchamp | RunwayML |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Video | Video |
| Pricing | freemium | freemium |
| Pricing Detail | Free unlimited 1080p exports, no watermark / premium 4K & assets via Microsoft 365 | Free (limited) / $12/mo Standard / $28/mo Pro / $76/mo Unlimited |
| Rating |
Key Features
Clipchamp
- Unlimited watermark-free exports at up to 1080p on the free plan
- AI-powered auto-subtitles and text-to-speech voiceovers
- Automatic background removal for talking-head videos
- Royalty-free stock video, audio, and image library
- Brand kit and premium stock assets with Microsoft 365
RunwayML
- Gen-2 Video Generation
- Text to Video
- Image to Video
- Video to Video
- AI Magic Tools for editing
Pros
Clipchamp
- •Unlimited HD exports with no watermark is unusually generous for a free tier
- •Signs in with any personal Microsoft account, no separate signup
- •AI subtitle and voiceover tools cover most quick-turnaround editing needs
RunwayML
- •Cutting edge video generation
- •Browser-based
- •Wide variety of AI tools
- •Constantly shipping new features
Cons
Clipchamp
- 4K export and premium stock assets require a Microsoft 365 subscription
- Editing feature set is lighter than dedicated pro tools like Premiere or DaVinci
- Mobile app only supports personal Microsoft accounts, not work/school logins
RunwayML
- Credits get used up quickly
- Video generation can be hit or miss
- Steep learning curve for best results