Casual creators after quick, playful AI clips; the free tier has no commercial licence and works through credit packs.
Kenning's take
What it does
Pika is an app and website for making short AI videos and images from text or photos. It gathers several video, image and audio models in one place, with ready-made tools for effects, extending footage and adding sound.
- makes videos from text or images
- image generation
- extends footage
- colour grading
- AI speech, music and sound effects
Who it suits. Casual creators and social media users who want quick, playful AI video clips.
Key facts
- Category
- Video making & editing
- Made by
- Mellis, Inc.
- Works on
- Web, iPhone
- In the UK
- Yes
- Free plan
- Free plan with credit packs only, all models, no watermark, no commercial licence
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billed |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $10 | month |
| Creator | $35 | month |
| Fancy | $95 | month |
Ratings
Models and features
- Pika Audio 2026-08-14
FAQ
Is Pika free?
Partly. The free option is: free plan with credit packs only, all models, no watermark, no commercial licence. Pricing checked 2026-10-11: Free tier (credit packs only); Starter $10 a month, Creator $35 a month (USD).
Does Pika work on Android?
No Android version was found on its site or in Google Play. Pika runs on the web and iPhone.
Who makes Pika?
Pika is made by Mellis, Inc..
Facts from the maker's own pages and the sources listed. Checked 2026-10-11.
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