Quick Verdict
Descript is an all-in-one audio and video editor that lets you edit media by editing text. Features transcription, AI voice cloning, screen recording, and podcast/video publishing tools that make professional content creation accessible to non-editors.
Best for: Podcasters, Video creators, Content repurposers, Non-technical editors
Descript
Descript is an all-in-one audio and video editor that lets you edit media by editing text. Features transcription, AI voice cloning, screen recording, and podcast/video publishing tools that make professional content creation accessible to non-editors.
Best for: Podcasters • Video creators • Content repurposers • Non-technical editors
Key Features
- Edit by editing text
- AI transcription
- Overdub voice cloning
- Screen recording
- Filler word removal
- Studio Sound (audio cleanup)
- Eye Contact AI
- Multitrack editing
Pros
- Revolutionary text-based editing
- Great for podcasters
- Good transcription
- All-in-one platform
- Active development
Cons
- Can be slow with large files
- Learning curve
- Overdub costs extra
- Some features buggy
Pricing
| Plan | Details |
|---|---|
| Free | Free - 60 min/month, 100 AI credits (one-time), 720p, watermark |
Credits do not roll over. Education $5/user/month.
Tips & Best Practices
Use Studio Sound on every project
Create voice clone early
Highlight and export clips quickly
Leverage AI Actions for automation
Features
- Edit by editing text
- AI transcription
- Overdub voice cloning
- Screen recording
- Filler word removal
- Studio Sound (audio cleanup)
- Eye Contact AI
- Multitrack editing
Best for: Podcasters • Video creators • Content repurposers • Non-technical editors
Pros
- Revolutionary text-based editing
- Great for podcasters
- Good transcription
- All-in-one platform
- Active development
Cons
- Can be slow with large files
- Learning curve
- Overdub costs extra
- Some features buggy
Final Recommendation
Descript is a freemium AI tool best suited for Podcasters and Video creators.