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Descript
$16/mo / $24/mo / $50/mo (annual pricing)4.5/5
Edit video by editing text transcripts with AI-powered video generation
Why founders use Descript
Automatic transcription
Text-based editing
AI video generation
Custom voice cloning
Automatic captioning
Podcast publishing
The Good
Text-based video editing
AI co-editor (Underlord)
30+ languages transcription
4K export (Creator tier)
Unlimited stock media
Custom voice cloning
The Bad
Steep learning curve for text-first editing
Limited free tier (1 hour)
Transcription errors require fixing
Credits reset monthly
The Verdict
Descript inverts the video editing workflow: creators edit transcripts as text documents, and video follows. This unique model appeals to indie hackers and creators who are faster with keyboard commands than timeline scrubbing.\n\nThe Creator tier ($24/month annual) includes 30 media hours monthly, AI video generation via Underlord co-editor, and unlimited stock media. For solopreneurs producing podcasts, YouTube videos, or Loom-style recordings, Descript's combination of transcription, editing, and generation simplifies the entire pipeline into one tool—eliminating context-switching costs.