Pika

Overview

Pika 2.0 (January 2026) is a video generator focused on social media content. Pikaffects — unique physical effects: explosions, melting, squish, morphing objects. Viral content effects that competitors don't have. Image-to-video with face consistency. Freemium, Pro $8/mo — one of the most affordable prices. 7M+ users, +22% growth. Easier than Runway, cheaper than Sora. Ideal for SMM specialists and content creators.

Pika 2.5 — AI video platform for social-first content (2026). Features: Pikaffects, Pikaswaps (video-to-video), Pikadditions, Pikaframes (keyframe control), Pikascenes, Pikatwists. New: Pika Agents (persistent AI creative partner), Pika MCP (connect to Claude/Codex), Pikastream 1.0 (real-time face conversations), Director's Suite (timeline-based agent editor). iOS app available. Model 2.5 is current default (all plans).

Pricing plans

Data as of May 29, 2026. For exact prices and limits, see the official service website.