# Runway vs Yike AI

> Runway: AI video, image and audio creation suite with Gen-4.5, agents and an API
> Yike AI: Chinese-language AI lead discovery with source evidence and a B2B sales CRM

- Runway profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/runway
- Yike AI profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/yike-ai
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/runway-vs-yike-ai
- Last reviewed: October 2026

## Verdict

Runway is listed under Image & Visual AI and Yike AI under Sales & Marketing AI. Runway scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.4 vs 6.1 out of 10), led by pricing clarity. Both have a free plan or trial. Only Runway is available on iOS and Android and offers an API. Only Yike AI is available on Windows and macOS.

### 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.

### Choose Yike AI if

- You want a tool built for finding public buying signals that match a described offering and keeping the source evidence for follow-up.
- Every opportunity keeps its original text, source and match reasons for verification.
- Outreach is drafted for human review rather than sent automatically.

## Pricing

| | Runway | Yike AI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Free trial |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Runway | Yike AI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gen-4.5 video model | Yes | Not listed |
| Creative Agent | Yes | Not listed |
| Multiple models | Yes | Not listed |
| Characters | Yes | Not listed |
| Aleph and Act-Two | Yes | Not listed |
| Audio tools | Yes | Not listed |
| Workflows and Recipes | Yes | Not listed |
| Runway Dev API | Yes | Not listed |
| Runway MCP | Yes | Not listed |
| Business profile | Not listed | Yes |
| Sales lead library | Not listed | Yes |
| Evidence-based opportunities | Not listed | Yes |
| Multi-platform discovery | Not listed | Yes |
| Outreach drafts | Not listed | Yes |
| Customer Intelligence CRM | Not listed | Yes |
| AI research briefs | Not listed | Yes |
| Desktop clients | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

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

## 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

## Yike AI strengths

- Every opportunity keeps its original text, source and match reasons for verification
- Outreach is drafted for human review rather than sent automatically
- Combines lead discovery and a CRM for follow-up
- Names its operating company and describes limits and roadmap candidly
- Windows and Apple Silicon desktop clients plus a web app

## Yike AI limitations

- Website and interface are Chinese only, with SMS phone-number login
- No public pricing; only a 72-hour trial and quotes
- Platform coverage depends on authorization and connection status
- The site's own filing page says the ICP filing number is still pending verification
- Some capabilities, such as monitoring and team features, are listed as enterprise or in development

## FAQ

**Is Runway better than Yike AI?**

It depends on your workflow. Runway is built for Text-to-video and image-to-video generation. Yike AI is built for finding public buying signals that match a described offering and keeping the source evidence for follow-up.

**What are the key feature differences between Runway and Yike AI?**

Runway: AI video, image and audio creation suite with Gen-4.5, agents and an API. Yike AI: Chinese-language AI lead discovery with source evidence and a B2B sales CRM.

**Does Runway or Yike AI have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. Runway is freemium and Yike AI is free trial, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, Runway or Yike AI?**

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.