HeyGen vs Runway vs Synthesia: side-by-side comparison
3 Video tools compared on the same grid. Joute score, pricing, business model, target profile.
Side by side
HeyGen vs Runway vs Synthesia: cards at a glance
HeyGen
Avatars and talking videos, multilingual dubbing.
Price
26 €/month
Joute score
8.4/10
Model
Freemium
Verifiability
6/10
Runway
Video generation and editing, pioneer of the field.
Price
12 €/month
Joute score
8.6/10
Model
Freemium
Verifiability
6/10
Synthesia
Avatar videos for training and enterprise.
Price
27 €/month
Joute score
8.5/10
Model
Paid
Verifiability
7/10
Summary table
The table at a glance
| Criterion | HeyGen | Runway | Synthesia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry price | 26 €/month | 12 €/month | 27 €/month |
| Business model | Freemium | Freemium | Paid |
| Joute score /10 | 8.4 | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Verifiability /10 | 6 | 6 | 7 |
| Official site | heygen.com | runwayml.com | synthesia.io |
Frequently asked
What we get asked about this battle.
Which to pick between HeyGen vs Runway vs Synthesia in 2026?
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Our pick: Runway (8.6/10, 12 €/month). But the verdict depends on your profile.
How does Joute compare these tools?
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Same grid for all: product quality (score /10), real price in euros, business model, and obsolescence risk. All accounts paid by us. Full method on /methode.