Best AI Video Tools in 2026
AI video tools split between generation (Runway, Pika create video from text or images) and editing/production (CapCut, Descript, Riverside handle recording and post-production). HeyGen and OpusClip serve specific niches: AI avatar videos and automatic short-clip extraction from long-form content, respectively.
FAQ
- What's the difference between Runway and Pika?
- Both generate AI video, but Runway leans professional/production-grade while Pika is positioned as faster and more playful for social content.
- What does Descript do differently from a normal video editor?
- Descript lets you edit video and audio by editing the text transcript directly, rather than scrubbing a timeline.
- What is OpusClip used for?
- OpusClip automatically extracts short, shareable clips from long-form video, commonly used to turn podcasts or streams into social content.