Video generation · A-tier
Sora
OpenAI’s video model and app. Strong clips, access tied to ChatGPT plans rather than a cheap standalone tier.
Best for
High-end text-to-video when you already pay for ChatGPT.
What it is
Sora is OpenAI’s text-to-video model, available as an app at sora.com and tied to ChatGPT plans. It was announced in 2024 and opened more widely later that year. Quality is a reason to try it. Access and credit cost are the reason it is not automatic.
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Pricing
Paid
Starting price: check site
Access has been bundled with paid ChatGPT plans, not a permanent free editor. Confirm which plan includes Sora.
Dates
Released Dec 2024 (month precision).
Added to StackPick 14 Oct 2026.
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What is Sora best for?
High-end text-to-video when you already pay for ChatGPT.
How much does Sora cost?
Paid. Starting price: check site. Access has been bundled with paid ChatGPT plans, not a permanent free editor. Confirm which plan includes Sora.
What are alternatives to Sora?
Runway, Veo, Kling AI are the alternatives we file next to it. Open a comparison when one exists.