Descript
Edit video and podcasts by editing the transcript.
Descript edits a recording by editing its transcript. You record or import media, get a transcript, and cut by deleting words. The free plan includes that loop, with 60 media minutes a month, and does not require a card.
On the annual prices shown October 15, 2026, Hobbyist is $16 per person per month, against a monthly price of $24. Creator is $24 per person per month billed annually, or $35 monthly. Business is $50 billed annually, or $65 monthly. The page says annual billing saves up to 35% versus monthly. Hobbyist includes 10 media hours and watermark-free 1080p export. Creator raises that to 30 media hours and 4K export.
ElevenLabs is the tool to open when you need a generated voice rather than an edit of a recording you already have.
Pros
- A free plan for recording, transcription, and a first edit
- Hobbyist publishes both the annual and monthly rates
- Text-based editing removes filler words and retakes in the transcript
Cons
- Free includes one media hour a month
- Watermark-free 1080p export starts on Hobbyist
- AI speech and credits are capped, and top-ups cost extra
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What is Descript?
Descript records, transcribes, and edits audio and video from the text. The free plan needs no card. Paid plans are per person.
How much does Descript cost?
Descript is listed as freemium. Starting price: Free. Paid plans from $16 per person/month, billed annually (Hobbyist). Those figures were checked on October 15, 2026.
What alternatives does StackFinds list for Descript?
StackFinds lists ElevenLabs as alternatives. Comparison pages repeat only the fields on those listings.
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