CapCut vs Descript
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| Description | This OpenTools CapCut listing points to the iOS video editor. It supports short-form editing with text, effects, transitions and multilayer clips. Some premium assets, AI functions and export settings require Pro or credits. CapCut says plan prices vary by device, region and promotion. For the browser workflow, see the separate CapCut Online Creative Suite listing. | Descript links a transcript to audio and video so deleting or moving text changes the media. It supports imported recordings, multitrack transcription, captions, AI cleanup and timeline export. Hobbyist is listed at $24 per person per month with 10 media hours and 1080p watermark-free export; Creator is $35 with 30 hours and 4K. Annual billing displays lower monthly equivalents. AI credits are separate from media allowances. |
| Category | Video Editing | Video Editing |
| Rating | No reviews | No reviews |
| Pricing | Freemium; paid price varies by device, region and promotion | Freemium |
| Starting Price | N/A | Free |
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| Tags | video editingeasy-to-usecuttingreversingchanging speed | AI-poweredediting assistantDescriptvideo editingpodcasting |
| Features | ||
| Multilayer video editing | ||
| Text and captions | ||
| Transitions and effects | ||
| Short-form social exports | ||
| Pro-gated premium assets and AI features | ||
| Edit audio and video by editing transcript text | ||
| Record or import podcast media | ||
| Multitrack transcription and speaker detection | ||
| AI cleanup, captions and clip creation | ||
| MP4, audio and XML timeline exports | ||
| Media minutes and AI credits by plan | ||
| View CapCut | View Descript | |
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