IN SHORT
AI audio and video editor you use like a text document. Very popular with podcasters and creators.
- Incredibly simple text-based editing
- Voice cloning (Overdub) and screen recording
- Removes filler words and auto-transcribes
- Recurring affiliate program (PartnerStack)
THE BRAND
- Company
- Descript, Inc.
- Headquarters
- San Francisco (USA)
- Founded
- 2017
- Average rating
- G2 4.6/5 · Capterra 4.8/5 · Trustpilot 3.0/5
- Backing
- OpenAI Startup Fund (investor)
- Best for
- Podcasters, YouTubers and creators
ANALYSIS
Our experience with Descript
What it offers
Edit audio and video by deleting words from the transcript; includes voice cloning (Overdub), screen recording, transcription and filler-word removal.
Pricing
Free plan; paid plans from ~$16/mo (Hobbyist) and Creator (~$24/mo). Affiliate program via PartnerStack: ~15% recurring.
Ratings & reputation
Very well rated by creators: 4.6/5 on G2 and 4.8/5 on Capterra (and ~4.2/5 on TrustRadius). Its low Trustpilot score (3.0/5) comes from a small sample with bug and billing complaints.
Who is it for?
Ideal for podcasters and YouTubers who want fast, easy editing without the complexity of a traditional video editor.
PROS & CONS
The good and the bad
- Incredibly simple text-based editing
- Voice cloning (Overdub) and screen recording
- Removes filler words and auto-transcribes
- Recurring affiliate program (PartnerStack)
- Less powerful than pro video editors
- Transcription-hour limits per plan
- Can be heavy on older machines
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Descript
What is Descript?
Descript is an AI audio and video editor that lets you edit like a text document: delete words from the transcript and they are removed from the video. It includes voice cloning (Overdub), screen recording and filler-word removal.
Is Descript free?
Yes, it has a free plan. Paid plans start around $16/mo (Hobbyist, annual) and the Creator plan is about $24/mo annually. Check the current price.
Who is Descript for?
For podcasters, YouTubers and creators who want to edit audio and video quickly and simply, without a complex traditional editor.
Does Descript have an affiliate program?
Yes, managed via PartnerStack, with a recurring commission around 15% for the first 12 months per referred customer. Confirm current terms.
VERDICT
Is Descript right for you?
AI audio and video editor you use like a text document. Very popular with podcasters and creators.
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