Descript
by Descript · Audio & Voice · Video
Edit video & podcasts by editing the transcript · remove filler words · 4K export on Creator.
76/100AIVerso score
#14 of 14in Audio & Voice
Free · from $16/mo (annual)Starting price
YesFree tier
At a glance
ProviderDescript
CategoryAudio & Voice, Video
Starting priceFree · from $16/mo (annual)
Pricing detailsHobbyist $24 · Creator $35 · Business $65 per user/mo (monthly)
Free tierYes
API accessYes
Open sourceNo
Mobile appiOS
Key facts
- Edit video & podcasts by editing the transcript
- remove filler words
- 4K export on Creator
Strengths
Free tier available
API access for developers
Limitations
No notable limitations in our data
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Descript free?
Yes — Descript has a free tier. Pricing: Free · from $16/mo (annual) (details: Hobbyist $24 · Creator $35 · Business $65 per user/mo (monthly)).
What are the best alternatives to Descript?
The highest-rated AI audio & voice tools from other providers on AIVerso are ElevenLabs v3 (95/100), Whisper v3 (91/100), Deepgram (85/100).
Does Descript have an API?
Yes, Descript can be used via an API.
How does AIVerso rate Descript?
Descript scores 76/100 on AIVerso and ranks #14 of 14 in Audio & Voice. Scores combine public benchmark results, features and pricing; commissions never influence them.
How we rate: Scores and capability ratings are based on public benchmarks, provider documentation, features and pricing — not on commission rates. Prices can change; check the provider's site before buying. Last updated: September 29, 2026.