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Editing and clips · Paid serviceSee current pricing

Descript

Edit video and podcasts by editing the transcript, with AI cleanup for sound and filler words.

At a glance

Best for
Podcast and talking-head editing
Price
See current pricing
Free plan
Yes, limited

Prices were checked in 2026 and change often. Confirm on the service's own site.

Quick answers

How much does Descript cost?

Descript changes its prices often, so check its site for current plans. We last checked in 2026.

Does Descript have a free plan?

Yes, limited.

What is Descript best for?

Descript is best for podcast and talking-head editing.

What are the best free alternatives to Descript?

The best free, open-source alternatives to Descript are Whisper and faster-whisper. See all free alternatives to Descript.

Free alternatives in the Free Market

Whisper screenshot
Voice4.7

Whisper iconWhisper

Turns speech into text. Transcribes and translates recordings, interviews, and video audio.

  • Some setup
  • Windows · Mac · Linux
Code
Open source, MIT
Models
Open weights
Runs
On your computer
Real cost
Free
Get it
faster-whisper screenshot
Voice4.3

faster-whisper iconfaster-whisper

A rebuilt Whisper engine that transcribes several times faster using less memory.

  • Some setup
  • Windows · Mac · Linux
Code
Open source, MIT
Models
Open weights
Runs
On your computer
Real cost
Free
Get it