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Descript

Transcript-based audio and video editing with AI cleanup tools.

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4.6 ratingBeginnerFree–$65/moBest for: Podcasters, YouTubers and marketing teams editing talking-head video and audio

Overview

Descript pioneered transcript-based editing: edit the text of your recording, and the audio/video edits itself. It bundles transcription, AI cleanup and screen recording into one accessible tool for creators.

Key Features

Transcript-based editing
AI filler-word removal
Studio Sound audio cleanup
Screen recording
AI voice (Overdub)

Pros

Edit video/audio by editing text — genuinely fast workflow
Automatic filler-word removal with natural-sounding cuts
Generous free plan to properly trial the workflow

Cons

Free plan capped at ~60 media minutes/month
Not a replacement for advanced tools like Premiere Pro on complex edits
Higher-tier AI features (Overdub, Studio Sound) gated behind paid plans

Who is it for?

Podcasters, course creators, marketers and small teams who need fast, accessible audio/video editing.

Pricing

Free

$0/mo

60 media minutes/mo
720p export, watermarked

Hobbyist

$16/mo (annual)

No watermark
Basic AI tools

Creator

$24/mo (annual)

Studio Sound
4K export
Full AI assistant

Business

$50/mo (annual)

Team collaboration
Video translation

FAQ

Can I really edit video by editing text?

Yes — Descript transcribes your recording and cutting the transcript cuts the media to match.

Is there a free plan?

Yes, roughly 60 media minutes per month with watermarked exports.