Free-first directory
Free AI tools that still feel usable.
We only list AI tools that let you ship a real test run for free: permanent free plans, daily credits, or trial balance that is still worth the click.
Arrow keys take over. Click empty ground to drop a tool chip.
No loginImage to videoNo watermarkAnime clipsLogo maker
1,200+
tracked entries
Daily
free-tier checks
No login
quick start picks
Video + image
cleanly split lanes
Live board
Free tools with low-friction starts
autopilot
Runway
Video · 125 credits/mo
Leonardo
Image · Daily tokens
Pika
Video · Free credits
What gets checked
Free quota, login friction, and whether the output is usable before you pay.
What the snake does
It scouts the first screen, collects tool chips, and hands control back to you on idle.
Scout lanes
RunwayPikaLeonardoIdeogramPixVerseSeaArt
Listing rule
Not free.
No trial.
Not listed.
No trial.
Not listed.
Every card shows free quota, login friction, and watermark signals so you can skip dead ends fast.
Fast filtering
Start with quota and friction, then compare output quality.
Task lanes
Jump straight to thumbnail, reel, anime, or logo workflows.
Fresh checks
Expired credits and broken free plans get flagged quickly.
Top categories
Start from the job you need
132 tools
Text to Image
41 tools
Image to Video
22 tools
Anime
36 tools
Poster / Logo
57 tools
No Watermark
19 tools
API
Updated This Week
Latest verified tools
Hailuo AI
Video
Free credits
SeaArt
Image
Daily credits
Luma Dream Machine
Video
Free tier
Mage Space
Image
Always free
How to use
Find usable tools in 3 steps
01Choose your task first: image, video, anime style, or no watermark.
02Then check the quota: free forever, daily credits, or trial package.
03Finally check friction: login requirement and export limits.
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