Descript
3.6 / 5
Monthly cost
$0Category
Design And Video ToolsTagline
Edit video by editing the words, like fixing a document.Last updated
October 26, 2026Pros
- Coaches, teachers, and podcasters who record talking videos and lessons.
Cons
- It bills per person and meters your raw footage minutes, so the bill climbs with every seat and every minute you upload, and editing by text is a new way of working that takes real practice.
Verdict
If you talk for a living, this feels like magic after the first week. Count your recording hours before you choose a plan.
What It Does
A video and audio editor that transcribes your recording, so you cut video by deleting text, with AI help for cleaning sound and making clips.
Who Should Skip
Anyone making fast, effects heavy videos, or anyone on a tight budget who records many hours a month.
Cost Details
Free plan with watermarked exports. Hobbyist $24 a month billed monthly ($16 a month billed annually).