Runway vs Loom
Which one should you choose? Here's how they compare.
| Feature | Runway | Loom |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ★ 4.4 | ★ 4.4 |
| Pricing | $12-76/mo | $12.50/mo |
| Type | freemium | freemium |
| Company | Runway | Loom |
| Founded | 2018 | 2015 |
Runway Features
- •Text-to-video
- •Image-to-video
- •Video editing
- •Green screen
Loom Features
- •Screen recording
- •Video messages
- •Transcription
- •Comments
Runway Pros
- ✓Best video quality
- ✓Multiple AI tools
- ✓Professional features
Runway Cons
- ✗Short video clips
- ✗Expensive for heavy use
- ✗Learning curve
Loom Pros
- ✓Easy to use
- ✓Great for async
- ✓Good free tier
Loom Cons
- ✗Not for editing
- ✗AI features paid
- ✗Storage limits
The Verdict
Runway (by Runway, founded 2018) and Loom (by Loom, founded 2015) both compete in the video space, but they serve slightly different needs. Both tools offer 4 core features, but their strengths differ. Runway excels at text-to-video, whereas Loom puts more emphasis on video messages. However, Runway has a distinct advantage for Video creation and Social media content. On the other hand, Loom is better suited for Async communication and Tutorials. Runway is particularly popular among Video creators and Marketers, while Loom tends to attract Remote teams and Educators. Both tools operate on a freemium model starting at $12-76/mo, making cost a non-factor in your decision. No tool is perfect. Runway's main limitation is short video clips, which might be a dealbreaker for some workflows. Meanwhile, Loom's biggest drawback is not for editing. It's a tie. Both Runway and Loom share the same 4.4 rating. We suggest trying both and picking the one that fits your daily workflow better.
- • You prioritize text-to-video
- • You prioritize image-to-video
- • You prioritize screen recording
- • You prioritize video messages