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Descript Review (2026)

Audio/Video Editor · Free / Hobbyist $24/mo / Pro $33/mo
EditingTranscriptionPodcast
Last reviewed: February 2026

Edit video and audio by editing the text transcript. AI transcription, voice cloning, filler word removal, and screen recording.

✅ Pros

  • Edit video by editing the text transcript — revolutionary UX
  • AI voice cloning (Overdub) for corrections
  • Automatic filler word removal
  • Screen recording with built-in editing

❌ Cons

  • Free tier very limited
  • Large files can be slow to process
  • AI voice cloning not perfect for all voices
  • Steep learning curve initially

Edit Video Like a Google Doc

Descript's breakthrough idea: what if you could edit video just by editing its transcript? Delete a word from the text, and the video clip is removed. It sounds gimmicky but is genuinely transformative for content creators.

The AI voice cloning (Overdub) lets you fix mistakes by typing the correction — your AI voice reads it naturally. Filler word removal ("um," "uh," "like") is automatic.

Who Should Use It

Podcasters, YouTubers, and anyone who edits audio/video content regularly. The text-based editing paradigm is a game changer once you try it.

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