The AI Short Video War of 2026: Kling AI, Runway Gen-3, Pika, and Jimeng in Full Comparison

AI short video generation tools have entered a phase of fierce competition. Kuaishou's Kling AI has gone viral overseas with its exceptional cost-effectiveness, Runway Gen-3 continues to dominate the professional market, and Jimeng AI is deeply integrated with the Douyin ecosystem. This article provides a comprehensive horizontal evaluation from four dimensions: image quality, consistency, price, and ease of use.