OpenAI shut Sora down: the app closed on April 26, 2026 and the Sora 2 models and API were removed on September 24, 2026, with no replacement. The best Sora alternative is Google Flow with Veo, for realistic clips with sound generated in the same pass. SPIRITT is the most capable all-in-one option when video is part of a bigger campaign, Kling is the best value, Runway gives the most control for production work, and Higgsfield puts many video models in one place.
Best Sora alternatives in 2026
Google Flow (Veo)
Veo 3.1 and Gemini Omni with native audio and a free allowance of 50 credits a day.
SPIRITT
Agents that generate video, voice and music, then publish and run the campaign around it.
Kling AI
Strong motion quality with paid plans from about $10 a month.
Runway
Motion controls and editing tools for pro workflows.
Higgsfield
Many video models plus cinematic presets for social video.
Questions buyers ask
Is Sora still available?
No. OpenAI closed the Sora app on April 26, 2026 and removed the Sora 2 models and video API on September 24, 2026.
What replaced Sora?
OpenAI named no replacement. Google Flow with Veo is the closest all-round alternative, Kling is the cheapest strong option, and Runway suits production work.
Is there a free Sora alternative?
Google Flow gives everyone 50 credits a day, and Kling has a free daily allowance with watermarked, non-commercial output.