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Descript Demo - Text-based Video Editing
Whether you record in Descript or drag in a recording, you’ll get an instant transcript. Then edit your video by editing the text. It’s that simple.
Descript Demo - Generate Video with AI
With Descript’s AI video, you can create bespoke B-roll, whole scenes, avatars, voice clones, and loads more. It’s good enough to use as-is (for real) but also easy to edit and adjust—because it’s built right into Descript.
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Users consistently praise the ease of use and intuitive interface of Descript, highlighting how it simplifies video editing through text-based features. Many appreciate the time-saving AI tools that enhance audio quality and streamline the editing process, making it accessible even for beginners. However, some users note that it can be resource-heavy, potentially slowing down performance during extensive projects.

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Guiomar M.
GM
Teacher
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great tool for speaking feedback"
What do you like best about Descript?

I like the quality of the transcripts in Spanish and that I can share it with the students. There are also many editing options to improve it. Being able to export it is also a very good point.

It has really helped my students improve their speaking because they can check which words they are not pronouncing well but also, once they look at the transcript, can really check their grammar and plan ahead for future assessments. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Descript?

It is not that intuitive at first. I would like to be able to do groups but never managed to figure out if it is an option. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

mohamed z.
MZ
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Efficient Video Editing with Script-Based Features"
What do you like best about Descript?

I like that Descript is fast and that it allows me to edit videos using the script instead of the timeline. I appreciate the filler word removal feature, which helps eliminate any filler words like 'HHH' or 'HUH' and decreases the time required for editing. The studio sound feature is also great. Using Gap Clips to sync the voice with demo steps is a significant time saver for me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Descript?

I would like to add Arabic translation to the existing languages. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Kiran A.
KA
Content Marketing Manager
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Descript’s AI Makes Video Editing Effortless for Beginners"
What do you like best about Descript?

I’ll be the first to admit that I’m a complete beginner when it comes to editing YouTube videos. My entire career has been spent behind a keyboard rather than working with a camera, so video editing doesn’t come naturally to me. However, AI video editing agents in tools like Descript have truly been a lifesaver. They automatically remove filler words and awkward pauses, making the final cut sound polished without requiring me to spend hours working in the timeline. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Descript?

The Underlord Agent is clearly still in its early stages, so I've found it challenging at times to get it to complete tasks for me. However, I'm optimistic that as time goes on, it will become much more useful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Beatrice E.
BE
Audio Production Coordinator
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Effortless Transcription and AI Tools with Descript"
What do you like best about Descript?

I find the transcription feature in Descript makes editing so much easier and faster than anything else I've used. I like the ease of use and the AI tools like removing filler words and regenerate. The regenerate feature really helps when there are internet errors during our remote recordings for the podcast, as it makes fixing these issues simple. The initial setup of Descript was very easy, and I would highly recommend it to others, giving it a 10 out of 10. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Descript?

The video editing software has a bit of a learning curve, especially with making it clear on what pieces are being edited. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Mohamed Ayman A.
MA
Software Test Engineer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Revolutionary Editing, Intuitive Interface—But Can Be Resource-Heavy"
What do you like best about Descript?

Descript completely changed the way I edit videos and podcasts. The text based editing is brilliant being able to cut or rearrange content just by editing text feels super intuitive. The Overdub and Studio Sound features save me a lot of time, and the interface is clean and easy to learn. It’s also great for collaboration teammates can jump in, comment, and make quick fixes easily. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Descript?

Sometimes Descript can be a bit heavy on system resources, especially with large projects. I’d also like to see more advanced export settings for video, and slightly faster rendering times. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Guillermo F.
GF
Broker-Associate
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Effortless Flub Editing and Great Multilingual Support"
What do you like best about Descript?

The ease of editing flubs and retakes, also the multiple language capabilities since I am bi-lingual Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Descript?

editing the traditional way, like on a timeline is not my fave, will learn to do it as I practice it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Fatima M.
FM
Brand Design Manager
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Streamlined Video Compilation with Handy Voiceover and Team Sharing"
What do you like best about Descript?

The compilation of video and the tools to minimise the time manually trimming parts we don’t need. The voiceover options and the ability to share all of it with the rest of my team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Descript?

Not particularly dislike but I think the AI video generation from an avatar can be refined more in future Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Rebekah S.
RS
Owner/Freelancer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Faster Video Editing for Social Media --- But Can Be Costly With Credits, So Use Them Wisely"
What do you like best about Descript?

I typically use DaVinci Resolve, but I wanted to find something to make social media video development quicker.

The AI (Underlord) was easy to use. I didn't notice the manual features at first, which is on me and caused issues, but once I started messing around with them, it was good. I'm going to stick it out for the month to see, but overall, I would recommend it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Descript?

I ran into a few stumbling blocks using Underlord, but found all the manual elements after (thanks to customer service). Underlord will eat all of your credits...rapidly, so use them sparingly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Richard G.
RG
VP Platform - Co-Founder - Security Expert
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Easy help for video editing that fixed my issue in 5 mins."
What do you like best about Descript?

I needed help with video and it provided it quickly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Descript?

Not sure - just using for first time - it was easy enough to get what I needed done in 5 mins - this survey took longer then fixing video Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Shivani C.
SC
Team Leader, Corporate Communications
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"All-in-One Editing Made Easy, But Needs Better Feature Guidance"
What do you like best about Descript?

The ease with which i can do the editing. The tools and gif's and vidoes and audios all are available at one place. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Descript?

I have been using descript for over an year no but still i get surprised about so many features which i don't know about so maybe some workshops or online classes could be helpful and you can inform about those as a pop up notification the app itself. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Verified User
Last activity over 2 years ago

What do I do when the text and audio just don't seem to line up?

Lauren K.
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Lauren Kinghorn
Last activity over 4 years ago

Can you add in another video to an existing project?

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