What we like
- Text-based editing is fast and intuitive
- Studio Sound rescues bad audio
- Remote recording built in
- Up to 35% off billed yearly
Watch out for
- Free plan exports 720p with a watermark
- AI credits can run short on heavy months
Key facts
| Category | AI video, voice & music |
|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes: 1 media hour a month, 720p with watermark |
| Cheapest paid plan (monthly) | $24/mo |
| Same plan billed yearly | $16/mo |
| Top plan | Business: $65/mo |
| Seats | Per editor; Business up to 5 |
| Trial / refund | Free plan |
| Platforms | Windows, Mac, Web |
Checked Oct 9, 2026 on the official site. Prices and terms change: confirm before you buy.
Descript plans & pricing
| Plan | Billed monthly | Billed yearly (per month) | Cost per year | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | - | $0 | 1 media hour, 720p export with watermark |
| Hobbyist | $24 | $16 save 33% | $192 | 10 media hours, 400 AI credits |
| Creator | $35 | $24 save 31% | $288 | 30 media hours, 800 AI credits |
| Business | $65 | $50 save 23% | $600 | 40 media hours, 1,500 AI credits, up to 5 seats |
| Enterprise | Custom | - | - | Custom |
List prices for one user, checked Oct 9, 2026. Taxes extra; per-user plans multiply by seats. Vendors change plans often: confirm on Descript’s pricing page. Add it to the stack cost calculator →
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