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Descript

Descript

All-in-one video & podcast editing easy as a doc.

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Descript helps video content creators, podcasters, and businesses edit video and audio as easily as editing a document. It provides transcription, AI-powered editing tools, recording capabilities, and collaboration features to streamline the entire content creation workflow.

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Descript Core Capabilities

Text-based editing
AI-powered script feedback
Automated design and layouts

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Pricing

From$16.00/mo
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Who is Descript for?

Startups
SMBs
Mid-market

Is Descript easy to use?

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Head of Growth at AirOps
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What is Descript

Descript is an AI-powered video and audio editing tool designed for creating and editing all kinds of video and podcast content. It stands out by offering text-based editing, where you edit video by editing the transcript, making the process intuitive and fast. Its AI co-editor helps automatically remove filler words, enhance audio, and generate visuals, speeding up content creation. It shines in use cases like marketing videos, tutorials, webinars, podcasts, and social media clips, enabling users to produce professional-quality content without needing technical skills. Users typically see results quickly, with instant transcriptions and AI edits speeding up workflows from the start. Descript fits into the go-to-market tech stack by supporting content creation that feeds CRM, email campaigns, and social media with engaging videos and podcasts. It’s not designed for high-end film production or advanced special effects but focuses on fast, accessible editing for digital marketing and communications teams.

Ideal Customer Profile

Descript for Teams is recommended for businesses that need easy, professional video and podcast editing without a video team. It helps marketing, sales, support, and creators communicate clearly with fast, AI-powered tools.

StartupsSMBsMid-market

Key Features

Text-based editing
AI-powered script feedback
Automated design and layouts
Background removal and green screen
Voice enhancement and noise removal
Multi-language dubbing and translation

Pricing

Descript offers five pricing plans: Free with 1 hour transcription and 720p watermarked video; Hobbyist at $16/month for 10 hours transcription, 1080p watermark-free video, and 100GB storage; Creator at $24/month with 30 hours transcription, 4K export, unlimited AI actions, and 1TB storage; Business at $50/month including 40 hours transcription, team Brand Studio, 5 hours AI speech, priority support, and 2TB storage; and customizable Enterprise plans with advanced security, dedicated support, and live training. Plans vary by transcription hours, video quality, AI features, avatar minutes, storage, and support level. Annual billing saves up to 35%, and Enterprise pricing is tailored per team needs.

Starting price$16.00
TrialAvailable

Free

Free

Per User, Monthly

It includes

  • 1 hr transcription
  • Watermarked video
  • 720p export
  • 2 hrs recording
  • 5GB storage
  • Basic AI tools

Hobbyist

$16.00

Per User, Monthly or Annually

It includes

  • 10 hrs transcription
  • 1080p export
  • 20 AI uses/month
  • 5 mins avatars
  • 100GB storage
  • Watermark-free video

Creator

$24.00

Per User, Monthly or Annually

It includes

  • 30 hrs transcription
  • 4K export
  • Unlimited AI actions
  • 2 hrs AI speech
  • 10 mins avatars
  • 1TB storage

Business

$50.00

Per User, Monthly or Annually

It includes

  • 40 hrs transcription
  • Team Brand Studio
  • 5 hrs AI speech
  • Priority support
  • 30 mins avatars
  • 2TB storage

Enterprise

Custom

Per Team, custom

It includes

  • SSO and SCIM
  • Custom invoicing
  • Dedicated rep
  • Live training
  • Enterprise security
  • Priority SLA support

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How simple is Descript setup?

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Descript requires basic configuration like connecting accounts and adding snippets, which can be completed solo in minutes. After signing up, you quickly set up key features and start creating with minimal effort.

Frequently asked questions

How to use Descript?
Record or upload media, then edit video/audio by editing text transcripts, add captions, AI avatars, and use AI tools to enhance content.
How much is Descript?
Plans range from Free to $65/month per person, with Hobbyist at $16, Creator at $24, and Business at $50, billed annually.
Why choose Descript?
Descript offers easy text-based editing, AI-powered tools, multi-language support, and professional-level video and podcast creation features.
How does Descript work?
It transcribes your audio/video, enabling editing through text, enhanced by AI for features like filler removal, captions, dubbing, and avatars.
Is Descript free?
Yes, with a Free plan including 1 transcription hour/month, 720p video exports with watermark, and limited AI tool usage.
Is Descript a partner?
Descript has an affiliate program and integrates with various tools, supporting collaboration for teams and enterprises.
How to learn Descript?
Use Descript’s blog, guides, templates, community forums, and help center for tutorials on podcasts, video editing, and AI features.
What are Descript alternatives?
Alternatives include Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Audacity, and other video and audio editing software.
What are Descript reviews?
Descript is rated 4.6/5 on G2, praised for ease of use, AI features, collaboration, and speeding up video editing workflows.
Does Descript have an API?
Descript provides integrations and APIs for extended workflows, but specific API details require contacting their team.
Does Descript have a trial or a demo?
Yes, the Free plan acts as a trial with no credit card required, including 1 transcription hour and access to basic features.
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Who uses Descript?

 Eoin Clancy
Eoin Clancy
Head of Growth at AirOps
Joe Wheatley
Joe Wheatley
Founder at Demand House
Melissa Gaglione
Melissa Gaglione
CEO & Founder at Citrine
Dave Gerhardt
Dave Gerhardt
Founder at Exit Five
Kevin Indig
Kevin Indig
Growth Advisor at Airbnb, Xero, Asana, G2, AirOps
Austin Armstrong
Austin Armstrong
CEO at Syllaby
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