Descript
4.6$12/moAI Video Generators
AI audio and video editor with transcript-based editing and overdub workflows.
Transcript editingStudio soundCaptions
Descript vs ElevenLabs
Descript and ElevenLabs both help teams move faster with AI, but they fit different workflows, budgets, and quality expectations.
Final recommendation
Choose Descript for podcast editing and ElevenLabs when narration matters more.
ElevenLabs
4.8$5/moAI Audio & Voice
AI voice generation platform for realistic speech, dubbing, and audio production.
Text-to-speechVoice cloningDubbing
Pricing comparison
Descript starts at 12 while ElevenLabs starts at 5. Always verify current pricing before purchase.
Feature table
| Feature | Descript | ElevenLabs |
|---|---|---|
| Core workflow | Transcript editing | Text-to-speech |
| Best strength | Studio sound | Voice cloning |
| Team fit | Captions | Dubbing |
| Automation | Overdub | Voice library |
| Creative control | Transcript editing | Text-to-speech |
Best for
Descript
Descript is best when you need podcast editing.
ElevenLabs
ElevenLabs is best when you need narration.
Pros & cons
Descript
- + Very efficient editing workflow
- + Good for podcasts and webinars
- - Timeline pros may want more advanced controls
ElevenLabs
- + High-quality voice output
- + Strong multilingual options
- - Voice governance is important
FAQ
Is Descript better than ElevenLabs?
It depends on your workflow. Descript is stronger for podcast editing, while ElevenLabs is stronger for narration.
Which tool is cheaper?
Compare the current public pricing and usage limits. Descript starts at 12 and ElevenLabs starts at 5 in this seed dataset.