Overview
Descript Video — Edit video like editing a document
Descript is a revolutionary video and podcast editor that lets you edit media by editing the transcript. Cut sections by deleting text, remove filler words, clone your voice with Overdub and export to any format — eliminating traditional timeline editing.
Edit video by editing transcript
Filler word removal
AI voice cloning (Overdub)
Screen recording
Features & capabilities
Everything it does, in plain English.
FeatureEdit video by editing transcriptIncluded
FeatureFiller word removalIncluded
FeatureAI voice cloning (Overdub)Included
FeatureScreen recordingIncluded
FeatureMultitrack podcast editingIncluded
PlatformsmacOS · Windows
The honest take
Where it shines, where it stumbles.
✓ Pros
- ✓Revolutionary editing paradigm
- ✓Huge time saver for dialogue-heavy content
- ✓Voice cloning is excellent
! Watch-outs
- !Learning curve from traditional editors
- !Subscription required for AI
Who it's for
Where Descript Video pays for itself fast.
— Use case
Podcast editing
— Use case
Video content editing
— Use case
Screen recording editing
Community reviews
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S
★★★★★
26 days ago
The best solution I've used
One of the best investments I've made. It handles edge cases better than anything else I've tried. Keep up the great work, team.
A
★★★★★
1 months ago
Exactly what I needed
Absolutely love this tool. The accuracy has improved significantly with recent model updates. The AI suggestions are incredibly accurate and save me hours every week.
W
★★★★★
3 months ago
Impressed with the results
Pleasantly surprised by the quality. The collaboration features are genuinely well thought-out. Wish the free tier had slightly higher limits.
H
★★★★★
4 months ago
A must-have for any professional
Absolutely love this tool. The customization options let me tailor it to my exact workflow.
S
★★★★★
6 months ago
A must-have for any professional
Seriously impressive. The accuracy has improved significantly with recent model updates. Performance is fast — no noticeable latency even on large inputs. Will continue using this long-term.
B
★★★★★
6 months ago
Changed how I work completely
Exceeded all my expectations. Reduced the time I spend on this task by about 70%. Five stars — no hesitation.
J
★★★★★
7 months ago
Changed how I work completely
Blown away by the quality. The onboarding flow was smooth and I was productive from day one.
M
★★★★★
7 months ago
Worth every cent
Worth every penny. The API is well-documented and easy to work with. I've recommended this to at least 10 colleagues already. Looking forward to seeing how it improves.
C
★★★★★
8 months ago
Happy with my subscription
Recommended for anyone in my field. The outputs require minimal editing — saves so much back-and-forth.
A
★★★★★
8 months ago
A must-have for any professional
Can't imagine working without it now. Customer support responded within hours and solved my issue.
S
★★★★★
8 months ago
Best in class, no question
This is exactly what I was looking for. The API is well-documented and easy to work with. Would recommend to anyone in my industry.
P
★★★★★
9 months ago
Worth every cent
Game changer for my workflow. The accuracy has improved significantly with recent model updates. Pricing is fair for the value you get. My team is very happy with the results.
L
★★★★★
10 months ago
Incredible — highly recommend
Best-in-class, period. It handles edge cases better than anything else I've tried. The AI suggestions are incredibly accurate and save me hours every week. The free tier is genuinely generous compared to competitors. A staple in my tech stack now.
J
★★★★★
1 years ago
Blew away all expectations
Exceeded all my expectations. It integrates well with VS Code / Slack / Notion — my daily drivers. The onboarding flow was smooth and I was productive from day one. Keep up the great work, team.
B
★★★★★
1 years ago
Good for some things, not others
Good for some things, lacking in others. Works consistently across all my devices and browsers. Occasional slowdowns during peak hours.
M
★★★★★
1 years ago
Exceptional quality and value
Blown away by the quality. The interface is intuitive enough that I didn't need to read any docs. A staple in my tech stack now.
S
★★★★★
1 years ago
Changed how I work completely
Seriously impressive. The customization options let me tailor it to my exact workflow. Performance is fast — no noticeable latency even on large inputs. The collaboration features are genuinely well thought-out.
M
★★★★★
1 years ago
Blew away all expectations
Blown away by the quality. The ROI was clear within the first week of using it. A staple in my tech stack now.
E
★★★★★
1 years ago
Incredible — highly recommend
This is exactly what I was looking for. I use this daily and it's become essential to how I work. The output quality surprised me — it actually sounds human. The API is well-documented and easy to work with. Highly recommend.
C
★★★★★
1 years ago
Does the job well
Very good, with a few rough edges. The AI doesn't just suggest — it learns from my preferences over time. The recent updates have addressed most of my initial concerns. Keep up the great work, team.
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Descript
Revolutionary video and podcast editor where you edit audio by editing the transcript