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Descript

Edit like writing — audio & video made as easy as text

Descript Overview

Descript blends text-first editing, screen capture, and AI tools into one app, making content creation (video, podcast, clips) intuitive, fast, and accessible. Widely used by creatives, teams, and enterprises.

Descript Features

Text-Based Editing Overdub for Voice Cloning Automatic Transcription Multitrack Recording Filler Word Removal Screen and Remote Recording AI Effects for Audio Enhancement Seamless Export Options

Descript transforms the editing workflow by treating transcripts like editable documents, so cutting, reordering, or fixing audio/video is as simple as editing text. Its suite of AI tools (Underlord) automates tasks like removing filler words, improving voice quality, optimizing script structure, and generating clips. Built‑in screen and remote recording simplify capture and collaboration. A rich template library and smart transitions turn raw recordings into polished final products—ready for social, training, podcast, or corporate use.

Feature Description:

  • Text-Based Editing: Edit audio and video by editing the transcript, making the process quicker and more intuitive.
  • Overdub for Voice Cloning: Clone voices to fix errors or add new content without the need for re-recording.
  • Automatic Transcription: Automatically transcribe audio and video files, with speaker labels for easy navigation and editing.
  • Multitrack Recording: Record multiple speakers or sources separately, allowing for cleaner edits and better audio control.
  • Filler Word Removal: AI automatically detects and removes filler words like “um,” “ah,” and “you know.”
  • Screen and Remote Recording: Record audio and video remotely with multiple participants, perfect for collaborations and interviews.
  • AI Effects for Audio Enhancement: Improve your audio quality with automatic noise reduction and studio-quality sound effects.
  • Seamless Export Options: Export content to various platforms such as YouTube, Castos, or any other preferred destination.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

Efficiency: Transcript editing slashes production time

Quality boost: Studio sound, green‑screen, eye‑contact tools

Versatile output: Full videos, podcasts, clips, social content

Team-ready: Collaboration features and multi-seat pricing

Cons:

Learning Curve: Some users report a steep learning curve, especially for beginners.

Performance Issues: Occasional lag and slow performance, particularly with larger projects.

Syncing Challenges: Users have experienced audio and video desynchronization after extensive editing.

Limited Free Features: The free version offers basic functionalities, with advanced features locked behind paid plans.

Occasional Bugs: Some reviewers mention encountering bugs and glitches during use.

Company

Descript

Contact

(415) 231‑7449

Headquarter

San Francisco, CA, USA

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Descript Pricing

Hobbyist

$24/Monthly

Features

  • 10 transcription hours/month
  • Export 1080p, watermark-free
  • 20 uses/month of Basic AI Actions suite, including Filler word removal, Studio sound, Draft show notes, Create clips, and more
  • 30 minutes/month of AI speech with stock AI speakers and custom voice clones
  • 5 minutes/month of avatars

Creator

$35/Monthly

Features

  • 30 transcription hours/month
  • Export 4k, watermark-free
  • Unlimited Basic and Advanced AI Actions suite, including Eye contact, and 20+ more AI features
  • 2 hours/month of AI speech
  • 30 minutes/month of dubbing in 20+ languages
  • 10 minutes/month of custom avatars
  • Unlimited access to royalty-free stock library

Business

$65/Monthly

Features

  • 40 transcription hours/month
  • Add free Basic seats for collaboration
  • Unlimited access to the full Professional AI Actions suite, including Translation proofread
  • 5 hours/month of AI speech
  • 2 hours/month of dubbing in 20+ languages
  • 30 minutes/month of custom avatars
  • Priority support (with SLA)
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*Price last updated on Jul 16, 2025. Visit descript.com's pricing page for the latest pricing.

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