Descript
Video and podcast editor where you edit by editing text
Overview
Descript transcribes audio and video so you can edit recordings like a document, with AI tools for audio cleanup, filler-word removal and captions. It is used by podcasters, YouTubers and teams creating video content.
Good for
Key features
- Text-based video and audio editing
- Transcription in multiple languages
- Studio Sound audio cleanup
- Filler word removal
- Underlord AI editing assistant
Pricing
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From our research of the official pricing page; not yet confirmed by an automatic check. Our latest automatic check (4 Oct 2026) couldn't read the page, so check it before you buy. Prices in USD per month: the only currency the page showed us, so UK prices may differ. A dash means that billing option isn't shown.
Free tier
Free plan: 60 media minutes/month, 100 one-time AI credits, 5GB storage, 720p watermarked exports, limited AI tools, 1 seat.
Alternatives to Descript
Change timeline
Every change we've confirmed on the official pricing page: prices, plans, the free tier and restrictions. Each one was seen on two checks in a row.
No changes since tracking began; last checked 4 Oct 2026. We re-read the pricing page every day.