Pika
An AI creative platform for generating and editing short videos, images and audio from prompts.
Plan details last verified 2026-10-13 · no free plan · developer API available
What it does
Lets creators make short video clips, product visuals and soundtracks without filming or advanced editing skills.
Main features
- Video Studio for generating clips up to short multi-shot videos
- Video apps such as Extend Video, Motion Transfer, Swap Anything and Product Ad
- Image tools including Image Studio, Edit Image, Character Creator and Product Shot
- Audio tools for speech, sound effects and soundtracks
- Access to Pika's own and third-party video and image models, plus a developer API
Best use cases
- Creating short social media videos
- Making product ads and product shots without a photoshoot
- Extending or restyling existing video clips
- Adding music and sound effects to generated clips
Getting started (beginner-friendly)
Create an account on the Pika web app, buy a credit pack or subscribe (the free plan has no monthly credits), then start with a short, specific prompt in Video Studio.
Strengths
- Covers video, image and audio generation in one place
- Offers multiple models, including Pika's own and third-party models
- Self-serve developer API with pay-as-you-go balance
Limitations
- The free plan has no monthly credits, so generating requires buying credit packs or a subscription
- A commercial license is only included on higher paid plans, not on the Free or lowest paid plan
- Generated video can be inconsistent and may need several attempts to get usable results
Pricing (verified summary)
Paid only
A Free plan exists but includes no monthly credits (you buy credit packs to generate); paid subscription tiers include monthly credits, more parallel generations and, on higher tiers, a commercial license, with Enterprise options for studios. The API uses a separate prepaid balance with no free generation tier. Verify current plans on Pika's pricing page.
Last checked Oct 13, 2026. Plan details change often — always confirm on the official site before purchasing.
Platforms
Review Pika's privacy policy and terms of service on pika.art for how uploads and generated content are used.
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