AI video generation is evolving fast. We're testing Runway, Sora, Synthesia, and more — full reviews coming soon.
AI video tools split into two distinct categories: generative video tools that create footage from text or images, and avatar-based tools that produce talking-head business videos. The use cases are different enough that most users need one or the other — rarely both.
Runway leads generative video on quality — Gen-4.5's character consistency and cinematic output set the current benchmark for creative and commercial production work. Synthesia leads avatar video for corporate and training content, with strong multilingual support and a library of professional avatars that require no filming.
4 tools reviewed · Updated June 2026