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Video generation · Paid serviceFrom about $8/mo

Pika

A playful video generator built around effects and quick clips for social media.

At a glance

Best for
Fun, effect-driven social clips
Price
From about $8/mo
Free plan
Yes, limited

Prices were checked in 2026 and change often. Confirm on the service's own site.

Quick answers

How much does Pika cost?

Pika starts at about $8/mo. We last checked in 2026.

Does Pika have a free plan?

Yes, limited.

What is Pika best for?

Pika is best for fun, effect-driven social clips.

What are the best free alternatives to Pika?

The best free, open-source alternatives to Pika are LTX-Video and Wan 2.1. See all free alternatives to Pika.

Free alternatives in the Free Market

LTX-Video screenshot
Video4.1

LTX-Video iconLTX-Video

A fast video generation model built to produce clips quickly on consumer graphics cards.

  • For tinkerers
  • Windows · Linux
Code
Open source, Apache-2.0
Models
Open weights, check license terms
Runs
On your computer
Real cost
Free
Get it
Wan 2.1 screenshot
Video4.0

Wan 2.1 iconWan 2.1

An open video generation model that turns text or a still image into short clips.

  • For tinkerers
  • Windows · Linux
Code
Open source, Apache-2.0
Models
Open weights
Runs
On your computer
Real cost
Free
Get it