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Descript

Descript is an easy-to-use tool for editing audio and video.

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Overview

Descript is a powerful tool designed for everyone who works with audio and video. It offers a unique way to edit your content by using text as the primary interface. This means that you can edit your media files just like you would a document. It's a game-changer for podcasters, video creators, and anyone interested in producing rich media content.

With Descript, you can record, transcribe, and edit all in one application. The ability to remove filler words and make changes in the transcript directly reflects in the audio or video, saving you a lot of time and effort. It also includes features like overdubbing and screen recording, making it a complete package for creators.

The platform is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, which is great for beginners. However, it also offers advanced tools for professionals who need more control over their projects. Overall, Descript is a versatile tool that caters to both new and experienced content creators.

Pros

  • User-Friendly Interface
  • Time-Saving
  • All-in-One Solution
  • Collaboration Features
  • Flexible Output

Cons

  • Limited Free Version
  • Learning Curve
  • Occasional Bugs
  • Requires Internet
  • Subscription Cost

Key features

Text-Based Editing

Edit audio and video by modifying the text transcript.

Overdub

Create voiceovers by typing text, using your voice or a generated one.

Filler Word Removal

Automatically eliminate umms and ahhs from your recordings.

Screen Recording

Capture your screen along with audio for tutorials and presentations.

Multi-Track Editing

Work with multiple audio and video tracks in one project.

Collaboration

Invite team members to edit and comment on projects in real-time.

Publishing

Share your audio and video directly to various platforms from Descript.

Transcription

Generate accurate transcriptions of your recordings quickly.

Pricing

PlanPriceDescription
Free$0.00Get started on your creative journey with text-based editing and give our AI tools a spin.
Creator$12.00Elevate your projects, watermark-free.
Pro$24.00Unlock advanced AI-powered creativity.
Business$40.00Empower collaboration on your team.
EnterpriseContact UsA plan for any team. Make everyone a collaborator — and make more video.

Feature Ratings

Based on real user reviews, here's how users rate different features of this product.

Platform Basics

Screen Capture84%

Provides the ability to screen capture a still image of a user's full desktop, specific window or a small portion of the user's screen. This feature was mentioned in 123 Descript reviews.

Based on 123 reviews
Video Capture86%

Based on 130 Descript reviews. Provides the ability to video capture a user's full desktop, specific window or a small portion of the user's screen.

Based on 130 reviews
Image Editor72%

Based on 111 Descript reviews. Allows users to edit and annotate screen captures and video captures with markup tools and image editing tools.

Based on 111 reviews
Slide Design74%

As reported in 18 Descript reviews. Provides a variety of slide design tools, such as animations, icons and transitions.

Based on 18 reviews
Presenter Tools85%

Provides tools to help the presentation experience for both user and audience, including voice over narration and a presenter-only view with notes and annotations. 20 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 20 reviews
Auto Save91%

Based on 19 Descript reviews. Provides an autosave option to prevent file loss.

Based on 19 reviews

Platform Content

Scrolling Capture75%

As reported in 106 Descript reviews. Allows users to capture a full screen capture while scrolling down a page.

Based on 106 reviews
Screen Record88%

As reported in 132 Descript reviews. Helps users record a video capture and save it as a video file, audio file or GIF file.

Based on 132 reviews
Charts73%

Gives users a variety of chart and graph options that can be editied within the presentation. This feature was mentioned in 17 Descript reviews.

Based on 17 reviews
Template Library75%

As reported in 19 Descript reviews. Provides users with a pre-built library of useable slide templates.

Based on 19 reviews
Template Creator80%

Allows users to customize their own templates. 19 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 19 reviews
File Sharing87%

Based on 20 Descript reviews. Provides robust sharing options.

Based on 20 reviews

Platform Additional Functionality

File Sharing85%

Provides robust sharing and publishing options. 129 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 129 reviews
Platform Search81%

As reported in 105 Descript reviews. Lets users search the platform for saved screen and video captures, as well as stock images.

Based on 105 reviews
Messaging71%

Contains in-application messaging abilities. This feature was mentioned in 17 Descript reviews.

Based on 17 reviews
Mobility56%

Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. This feature was mentioned in 17 Descript reviews.

Based on 17 reviews
Cloud81%

Provides a cloud based version of the platform This feature was mentioned in 18 Descript reviews.

Based on 18 reviews

Voice

Dictation80%

Based on 292 Descript reviews. Provides dictation capabilities.

Based on 292 reviews
Accuracy79%

Gives the user a reliable and accurate transcription of the text. This feature was mentioned in 372 Descript reviews.

Based on 372 reviews

Transcription

Speaker Identification83%

Identifies and differentiates between different speakers. This feature was mentioned in 350 Descript reviews.

Based on 350 reviews
Timecode Management87%

As reported in 335 Descript reviews. Provides timestamps for the transcription and gives the user the ability to alter them.

Based on 335 reviews
Closed Captioning89%

Allows for transcription to be displayed as closed captioning for a video. This feature was mentioned in 317 Descript reviews.

Based on 317 reviews
Custom Dictionary79%

As reported in 153 Descript reviews. Ability to add words or phrases to a custom dictionary for transcription.

Based on 153 reviews

Editing

Collaboration84%

As reported in 293 Descript reviews. Have the ability to share your project and grant collaborators access to comment or edit.

Based on 293 reviews
Spell Check and Punctuation78%

As reported in 135 Descript reviews. Provides spell checking and punctuation, such as commas, periods, and question marks.

Based on 135 reviews
Text Editing88%

Facilitates the editing of transcription via a text editor. 352 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 352 reviews
Translation73%

Based on 120 Descript reviews. Allows for the translation of the transcribed text.

Based on 120 reviews
Audio Mixing78%

As reported in 240 Descript reviews. Enables audio clips to be added to videos

Based on 240 reviews
Transcription90%

Based on 247 Descript reviews. Utilizes speech-to-text technology to generate transcripts that can be used as captions

Based on 247 reviews
Text Animation76%

Allows users to animate text and adjust text properties such as color, size, length, reflectivity, extrude, etc. 232 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 232 reviews
Time Mapping79%

Based on 216 Descript reviews. Allows users to make vides speed up, slow down, or reverse direction

Based on 216 reviews
Overlays and Watermarks82%

Allows images to be laid over videos 229 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 229 reviews
Clip Editing86%

As reported in 243 Descript reviews. Provides video clip editing capabilties, including trimming, resizing, slicing, scaling, rotating, zooming in and out, etc.

Based on 243 reviews
Titles and Captions88%

Allows users to add titles, subtitles, and captions to their video This feature was mentioned in 237 Descript reviews.

Based on 237 reviews

Integration

Data Security83%

Gives the user a secure platform for transcription which does not scrape data or compromise user data. 262 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 262 reviews
API73%

Based on 224 Descript reviews. Provides an API to port the transcription into external applications.

Based on 224 reviews
Voice Files86%

Based on 299 Descript reviews. Supports uploading recorded voice data into the solution.

Based on 299 reviews
Live Captioning81%

Allows for the user to incorporate live transcription into video footage. 248 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 248 reviews
Integrates With Existing Applications75%

As reported in 237 Descript reviews. Integrates with existing applications to allow for seamless transcription of audio.

Based on 237 reviews
Application Integration78%

Based on 97 Descript reviews. Supports integration to existing applications or devices.

Based on 97 reviews

Speech Output

Volume86%

As reported in 113 Descript reviews. Provide tools to modify volume of voice.

Based on 113 reviews
Speed83%

Provide tools to modify speed of voice. This feature was mentioned in 112 Descript reviews.

Based on 112 reviews
Pronunciation75%

Provide tools to modify pronunciation of specific pre-defined words. This feature was mentioned in 50 Descript reviews.

Based on 50 reviews
Speaking Styles75%

Allow users to change the speaking style, such as newscaster or conversational. 96 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 96 reviews

Audio Format

Natural Sounding Voices77%

As reported in 102 Descript reviews. Allows users to create voices which sound natural and human-like.

Based on 102 reviews
Audio Format Flexibility85%

Gives users the ability to choose from a number of audio formats including mp3, Linear16, and Ogg Opus. 109 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 109 reviews
Audio Optimization83%

Optimize for the type of speaker from which your speech is intended to play, such as headphones or phone lines. 43 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 43 reviews

Planning

Collaborative Editorial Calendars / Scheduling Content60%

Create editorial calendars that can be accessed by multiple users. Schedule content in advance to post at a later date. This feature was mentioned in 103 Descript reviews.

Based on 103 reviews
Scheduling Integration63%

Create content plans or calendars for multiple users and schedule content in advance. 102 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 102 reviews

Platform Features

Video Capture83%

Provides the ability to video capture a user's full desktop, specific window, or portion of their screen. This feature was mentioned in 47 Descript reviews.

Based on 47 reviews
Image Editor78%

As reported in 44 Descript reviews. Provides the ability to edit the captured content.

Based on 44 reviews
Screen Capture77%

Allows users to capture their screen as a still image of their desktop, browser window, or portion of their screen. 47 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 47 reviews
Scrolling Capture78%

Allows users to capture a full screen capture while scrolling down a page. 45 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 45 reviews
Screen Record84%

Based on 46 Descript reviews. Allows users to record their screen, camera, or both at the same time. Captures the camera, microphone, and screen simultaneously.

Based on 46 reviews

Organization

Search84%

Provide users with the ability to search all recorded and captured content in their library. This feature was mentioned in 44 Descript reviews.

Based on 44 reviews
Permissions81%

As reported in 42 Descript reviews. Allows users to control who has viewing and editing access to a recording.

Based on 42 reviews
Organization85%

Provides a library that can be used to organize videos into folders. This feature was mentioned in 44 Descript reviews.

Based on 44 reviews

Customization

Customizable Thumbnails77%

Allows users to add custom thumbnails to recorded videos. 44 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 44 reviews
Annotations82%

Based on 46 Descript reviews. Provides a drawing or annotation tool to use while recording a video.

Based on 46 reviews
Frames & Background81%

Gives users the ability to add frames and backgrounds to their camera while recording. 44 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 44 reviews

Analytics

Viewer Reactions74%

As reported in 40 Descript reviews. Gives viewers the ability to leave reactions to shared content, including comments and emojis.

Based on 40 reviews
Viewer Insights76%

Provides the user with viewer insights, such as who watched a video and how long the video was watched. 41 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 41 reviews

Platform

Operating System86%

Based on 223 Descript reviews. Compatible with various operating systems

Based on 223 reviews
Format Compatibility87%

Based on 235 Descript reviews. Allows various video and image file formats to be imported

Based on 235 reviews
Team Review80%

Based on 206 Descript reviews. Allows users to invite others to view, edit, and comment on video drafts

Based on 206 reviews

Publishing

Execute Content Publication76%

As reported in 110 Descript reviews. Ability to publish content either from the source it was created or through a third party.

Based on 110 reviews

Social Media

Social Media Integration72%

Create and publication of content for social media platforms. This feature was mentioned in 109 Descript reviews.

Based on 109 reviews

Generative AI

AI Text Generation82%

Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. This feature was mentioned in 17 Descript reviews.

Based on 17 reviews
AI Image-to-Text73%

Converts images into a textual description, identifying key elements. This feature was mentioned in 14 Descript reviews.

Based on 14 reviews
AI Text-to-Video65%

Based on 14 Descript reviews. Provides the ability to generate video from a text prompt.

Based on 14 reviews
AI Text Summarization80%

Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. 16 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 16 reviews
AI Text-to-Music56%

Produces music based on provided style or parameters. 14 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 14 reviews
AI Text-to-Speech70%

As reported in 17 Descript reviews. Simulates human-like speech from text inputs.

Based on 17 reviews
AI Text-to-Image63%

Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt. This feature was mentioned in 15 Descript reviews.

Based on 15 reviews
AI Text-to-Speech80%

Simulates human-like speech from text inputs. This feature was mentioned in 79 Descript reviews.

Based on 79 reviews
AI Text Generation74%

Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. 111 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 111 reviews
AI Text Generation74%

Based on 109 Descript reviews. Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.

Based on 109 reviews
AI Text Summarization77%

Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. This feature was mentioned in 108 Descript reviews.

Based on 108 reviews
AI Text-to-Image62%

Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt. 99 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 99 reviews
AI Text-to-Video63%

Provides the ability to generate video from a text prompt. This feature was mentioned in 97 Descript reviews.

Based on 97 reviews
AI Text Generation78%

Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. 199 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 199 reviews
AI Text-to-Speech76%

Based on 199 Descript reviews. Simulates human-like speech from text inputs.

Based on 199 reviews

Video Creation - AI Video Generation

Video Creation74%

Allows users to create video content based on AI technology without relying on external video material 14 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 14 reviews
Text to Speech73%

Converts written text to natural-sounding speech 13 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 13 reviews
Voice Control71%

Based on 12 Descript reviews. Controls aspects of the synthesized voice, such as volume, pitch, and emotion

Based on 12 reviews
Content Creation76%

Provides tools to develop content, including but not limited to graphics, videos, presentations, copywriting, blogs, etc. This feature was mentioned in 16 Descript reviews.

Based on 16 reviews
Custom Avatars64%

Gives users tools for creating custom avatars This feature was mentioned in 12 Descript reviews.

Based on 12 reviews
Avatar Quality63%

Produces a high-quality human-like avatar This feature was mentioned in 12 Descript reviews.

Based on 12 reviews

Generative AI - AI Video Generation

AI Text-to-Video70%

As reported in 11 Descript reviews. Provides the ability to generate video from a text prompt

Based on 11 reviews

Editing - AI Video Generation

Content Editing85%

Provides tools for clipping, arranging, and manipulating videos 16 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 16 reviews
File Exporting91%

Based on 16 Descript reviews. Saves and exports completed files in one or more file types

Based on 16 reviews

Storage & Management - AI Video Generation

File Uploading85%

Based on 16 Descript reviews. Allows users to upload video files

Based on 16 reviews
File Storage79%

Assists with storage, organization, and sharing of video files This feature was mentioned in 16 Descript reviews.

Based on 16 reviews
Metadata79%

Based on 13 Descript reviews. Provides tagging and metadata features to optimize organization and video search capabilities

Based on 13 reviews
Video Distribution74%

As reported in 13 Descript reviews. Assists with the distribution of videos through various channels with encoding and/or transcoding features

Based on 13 reviews

Video creation - Video Content Creation

Screen recorder79%

Based on 189 Descript reviews. Allows users to screen record and use the recording clips in their videos.

Based on 189 reviews
Transcription89%

Allows users to create a textual translation of a video's dialogue. 205 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 205 reviews
Animations74%

Based on 176 Descript reviews. Allows users to animate various elements in their videos, including text, images, and icons.

Based on 176 reviews
Templates72%

Provides a library of customizable video templates. This feature was mentioned in 186 Descript reviews.

Based on 186 reviews
Version history77%

Allows users to track changes made to a video over time. 192 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 192 reviews
Storyboard timeline77%

As reported in 177 Descript reviews. Provides a view of the order and length of all clips and allows users to add and rearrange clips.

Based on 177 reviews
Text-to-speech81%

Plays back written text and spoken words. 177 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 177 reviews
Sound library76%

Provides a library of sounds and music to be used in videos. 180 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 180 reviews
Multi-format resizer80%

Enables video to be resized for compatibility with different viewing formats. This feature was mentioned in 173 Descript reviews.

Based on 173 reviews

Distribution - Video Content Creation

Embed73%

Based on 165 Descript reviews. Provides HTML codes to allow videos to be embedded on websites.

Based on 165 reviews
Download formats88%

As reported in 194 Descript reviews. Allows videos to be downloaded in file multiple formats.

Based on 194 reviews

Analytics - Video Content Creation

Engagement metrics61%

Based on 157 Descript reviews. Tracks metrics, such as view count, unique views, and view duration, likes, commets, shares, and click through rate.

Based on 157 reviews

Training & Support - Video Content Creation

Community71%

Provides a community platform for products' users to engage with eachother. This feature was mentioned in 179 Descript reviews.

Based on 179 reviews
Customer support79%

Based on 173 Descript reviews. Provides customer support for the product via email, phone and/or chat.

Based on 173 reviews

Integrations - Video Content Creation

Media assets79%

Integrates with users' organizations' media library for easy import of digital brand assets 188 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 188 reviews
Content management77%

As reported in 180 Descript reviews. Integrates with content management tools for a streamlined content distribution workflow.

Based on 180 reviews
Marketing automation69%

As reported in 153 Descript reviews. Integrates with marketing tools to streamline the marketing workflow.

Based on 153 reviews

Other - Video Content Creation

Collaboration77%

Provides prominent collaboration features to allow multiple people to work on a single project. 172 reviewers of Descript have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 172 reviews
Roles management75%

Allows an administrator to define roles and control access. This feature was mentioned in 159 Descript reviews.

Based on 159 reviews

Voice cloning - Voice Dubbing

Natural Quality

Produces natural-sounding output.

Compatibility

Supports variety of audio and video input formats.

Voice Modification

Supports modification of pitch, duration, pitch and gender of the voice.

Real-time preview - Voice Dubbing

Modified Voice Preview

Allows users to preview morphed voice in real-time.

Output - Voice Dubbing

API

Provides a robust, user-friendly API to input and output content.

Sharing

Allows users to share content to other channels and platforms.

Language Variety

Gives users ability to select a wide range of languages.

Security and Privacy - Voice Dubbing

Encryption

Helps in protecting data at rest and in transit.

Secure Collaboration

Ensures secure transmission of data associated to dubbing projects.

Rating Distribution

5
642 (83.7%)
4
91 (11.9%)
3
18 (2.3%)
2
3 (0.4%)
1
13 (1.7%)

Company Information

LocationSan Francisco, CA
Founded2017
Employees173
4.6
★★★★★
Based on 767 reviews
Becky S.Head of References & CommunityMid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
December 12, 2024
★★★★★

Great for easy video edits and transcripts, plus way more

What do you like best about Descript?

I recommend Descript all the time to colleagues. Editing videos and audio is as easy as editing a document, so you don't need to know how to use a complicated editing program to get things done. Want to make a short clip for social? Easy. Want to add subtitles? ...

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Alyssa T.Instructional Designer (Sales Enablement)Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
December 12, 2024
★★★★★

Descript makes for speedy instructional design

What do you like best about Descript?

As an instructional designer, I am often given lengthy mp4 videos to dissect for creating educational materials for sales enablement. Descript saves me hours of work every week as it allows me to upload video files and within seconds, I have a full transcript. I...

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Adele W.CEOSmall-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
December 11, 2024
★★★★☆

I like Descript -- it would be nice if it weren't so memory intensive

What do you like best about Descript?

It saves me a ton of time in editing! I appreciate the thoughtfulness in design. It tells me there was a lot of energy put into understanding what podcasters need and I appreciate that. I like the removal of filler words and I like the auto captioning function. ...

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Alicia S.CMOSmall-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
December 11, 2024
★★★★★

Underlord Reigns Supreme

What do you like best about Descript?

I love using Descript for editing my podcast videos and making social media clips. The best parts - and the easiest features to use right from the beginning - is using the underlord ai features to edit the video like a word document, and using it to remove the ...

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Daniel M.OwnerSmall-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
December 11, 2024
★★★★★

Even Better Than Expected

What do you like best about Descript?

I was looking for a platform to help me edit podcast videos with captions and transcripts and came across Descript. I was very impressed with the quality of the platform and everything it does. It's super easy to use and has many powerful, helpful, timesaving fe...

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FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about Descript.

What is Descript?

Descript is a software tool designed for editing audio and video content using a text-based interface.

How does Descript's editing work?

You edit your audio and video by changing the text transcription to reflect what you want to keep or remove.

Can I use Descript for free?

Yes, Descript offers a free plan, but it has limitations on features and usage.

Is it easy to collaborate with others on Descript?

Yes, you can invite others to edit and comment in real time, making teamwork smooth.

What formats can I export my projects in?

Descript allows you to export your projects in various audio and video formats.

Does Descript work offline?

No, many of Descript's features require an internet connection.

What platforms can I share my work on?

You can share your content directly to platforms like YouTube, podcast directories, and more.

Can I create voiceovers in Descript?

Yes, with the Overdub feature, you can easily create voiceovers by typing text.