# Ray32 vs Runway

> Ray32: Independent web app for generating and editing video with Luma AI's Ray 3.2 model
> Runway: AI video, image and audio creation suite with Gen-4.5, agents and an API

- Ray32 profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/ray-3-2-ai
- Runway profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/runway
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/ray-3-2-ai-vs-runway
- Last reviewed: October 2026

## Verdict

Ray32 is listed under Video AI and Runway under Image & Visual AI. Runway scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.4 vs 7.5 out of 10). Only Runway has a free plan or trial. Only Runway is available on iOS and Android and offers an API.

### Choose Ray32 if

- You want a tool built for short clips with keyframe control.
- One-time credit packs with no subscription, and credits that do not expire.
- Supports up to 16 keyframes, HDR and 16-bit EXR export from Luma's Ray 3.2 model.

### Choose Runway if

- You want a tool built for Text-to-video and image-to-video generation.
- Combines video, image and audio generation and editing in one workspace.
- Offers Runway's own Gen-4.5 plus third-party models such as Seedance 2.0.

## Pricing

| | Ray32 | Runway |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Paid | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | No | Yes |
| Starting price | $9.90 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Ray32 | Runway |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Multi-keyframe control | Yes | Not listed |
| Video Edit (Modify Video V2) | Yes | Not listed |
| Reframe | Yes | Not listed |
| HDR and EXR export | Yes | Not listed |
| Text-to-video and image-to-video | Yes | Not listed |
| Facial performance tracking | Yes | Not listed |
| Credit packs | Yes | Not listed |
| Gen-4.5 video model | Not listed | Yes |
| Creative Agent | Not listed | Yes |
| Multiple models | Not listed | Yes |
| Characters | Not listed | Yes |
| Aleph and Act-Two | Not listed | Yes |
| Audio tools | Not listed | Yes |
| Workflows and Recipes | Not listed | Yes |
| Runway Dev API | Not listed | Yes |
| Runway MCP | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Ray32 | Runway |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | No | No |
| macOS | No | No |
| iOS | No | Yes |
| Android | No | Yes |
| API | No | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |

## Ray32 strengths

- One-time credit packs with no subscription, and credits that do not expire
- Supports up to 16 keyframes, HDR and 16-bit EXR export from Luma's Ray 3.2 model
- Four workflows in one web interface, including Video Edit and Reframe
- States clearly that it is independent of Luma AI
- Downloads are MP4 without watermarks

## Ray32 limitations

- Operating company, address and legal jurisdiction are not disclosed
- A 10-second 1080p text-to-video clip costs 180 credits, more than the 160-credit Starter pack
- Text and image clips are limited to 10 seconds
- No free tier and no public API of its own
- Generated content is subject to Luma AI's terms, and the site's own terms do not cover commercial use

## Runway strengths

- Combines video, image and audio generation and editing in one workspace
- Offers Runway's own Gen-4.5 plus third-party models such as Seedance 2.0
- Creative Agent builds videos from a conversation
- Runway Dev API with Node and Python SDKs
- Free plan with 125 credits that do not expire
- Native iOS and Android apps

## Runway limitations

- Credit-based pricing: a 5-second Gen-4.5 clip costs 60 credits, so the 625 credits on Standard cover about 10 such clips
- Standard and Pro credits do not roll over at the end of the month
- Some App Store reviewers complain about the cost of failed or unusable generations
- 4K upscaling is unlimited only on Pro and Max

## FAQ

**Is Ray32 better than Runway?**

It depends on your workflow. Ray32 is built for short clips with keyframe control. Runway is built for Text-to-video and image-to-video generation.

**What are the key feature differences between Ray32 and Runway?**

Ray32: Independent web app for generating and editing video with Luma AI's Ray 3.2 model. Runway: AI video, image and audio creation suite with Gen-4.5, agents and an API.

**Does Ray32 or Runway have a free plan?**

Runway has a free plan or trial; Ray32 is paid only.

**Which is cheaper, Ray32 or Runway?**

Ray32 starts at $9.90 and Runway starts at $0. See the pricing table above for what each tier includes.