What is Sora?

Sora is OpenAI's video generation model. Important: the standalone Sora app was discontinued on March 24, 2026, just six months after launch — OpenAI cited compute costs and a strategic shift toward coding, enterprise and robotics. The technology did not disappear: Sora 2 video generation now lives inside OpenAI's web and mobile experience rather than as a separate app. If you want AI video as a dedicated product, Runway, Veo 3 or Kling are the better picks today.

Sora sits in the Video category and is rated 4/5.0 by our community — one of the most reviewed tools in its space. It offers a paid plan starting from $20/month (via ChatGPT Plus).

Best for:

ChatGPT subscribers who want video without another tool
Short cinematic clips and concept visualisation
Quick idea-to-video experiments inside an existing plan

Not ideal for:

Long-form feature films
Live video broadcasting

Pricing Plans

Plan	Price	What's Included
Starter	$20/month (via ChatGPT Plus)	Full access to all features

Pros & Cons

✓ Pros

✓ Professional-quality output
✓ Saves production costs
✓ Easy to use

✕ Cons

✕ Standalone Sora app was discontinued in March 2026
✕ No longer a dedicated product — access is via ChatGPT
✕ Dedicated rivals like Runway and Veo 3 now offer more control

Ratings Breakdown

Ease of Use

7/10

Value for Money

7/10

Features

8/10

Support

6/10

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