RunwayML draws split opinions: casual users praise its intuitive workflow, fast rendering, and strong image-to-video and masking tools, while critics cite high costs, slow “relaxed” queues, weak prompt adherence, and opaque moderation and account actions. Momentum and steady improvements are noted, but some say it’s not yet reliable for commercial-grade accuracy. Makers of highlight a helpful API for preparing AI videos, makers of commend Gen-3 Alpha Turbo’s visuals and speed, and makers of value early API access.
