Claude Code vs Runway
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right AI tool for your needs.
Our Pick
Claude Code
Claude Code edges out Runway Gen-3 with superior overall performance and features that make it the better choice for most users.
Try Claude CodeFeature Comparison
Feature
Claude Code
Runway
Ratings
Overall Rating
4.9
4.5
Coding
5.0
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Writing
4.5
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Reasoning
4.8
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Speed
4.3
4.0
Value
4.6
4.3
Pricing
Monthly Price
$20
$15
Free Tier
Input (per 1M tokens)
$5
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Output (per 1M tokens)
$25
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Features
Context Window
200K
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Vision/Images
Audio
Video
Code Generation
AI Agents
Claude Code
Pros
- Highest SWE-bench score (72.7%)
- Agentic codebase navigation
- Full Git/GitHub integration
- Rewind feature for code rollback
- MCP support out of the box
Cons
- Requires Pro subscription ($20/mo)
- Slower than simpler tools for basic tasks
Runway Gen-3
Pros
- Best video generation quality
- Extensive editing tools
- Text-to-video and image-to-video
- Professional-grade outputs
- Active development
Cons
- Credits run out fast
- Expensive for heavy use
- Generation can be slow
- Learning curve for advanced features
Choose Claude Code if you need:
Complex refactoring, architecture work, autonomous agent development
Choose Runway if you need:
Video content creators, marketers, filmmakers
Ready to get started?
Both tools offer free tiers or trials. Try them out and see which one works best for your workflow.