Descript
Edit video and audio like a document
Bottom Line
Yes, if you are Podcasters & Video Editors. It offers excellent value with its $12/mo starting price.
Best For
Podcasters & Video Editors
TL;DR
Best for: Podcasters & Video Editors - Edit video and audio like a document
Not ideal for: Users who need desktop app can be heavy on resources
Why we recommend it: Revolutionary text-based editing workflow
Mini Test
Test pending
Test prompt: "Create a 10-second marketing video for a tech product launch with upbeat music and text overlays"
In-Depth Review
Descript has completely revolutionized the editing workflow by treating video/audio editing like editing a Word document. You simply delete text from the transcript, and the corresponding video/audio is cut. This is incredibly intuitive for podcasters and content creators who are more comfortable with text than timeline editing.
Key features include Studio Sound (which removes echo and background noise instantly), Overdub (allowing you to fix voice mistakes by typing), and automatic filler word removal ('ums' and 'ahs'). It is a heavy application, however, and can sometimes be resource-intensive on older computers.
Pros
- ✓Revolutionary text-based editing workflow
- ✓Studio Sound removes background noise
- ✓Collaborative editing features
Cons
- ✕Desktop app can be heavy on resources
- ✕Learning curve for new workflow