Is Descript or Kapwing free?

Both can be used for free. Descript: Free plan, paid upgrades. Kapwing: Free plan, paid from $16 a month.

Do I need to install Descript or Kapwing?

No. Both run in a web browser, so you can open either one and start. Kapwing can also be installed to a home screen or dock if you like.

Price, ratings and what each one does, side by side. Every fact here comes from their listings on Linkstore.

Edit video and audio by editing the transcript.

Edit videos, add subtitles and resize clips online.

Descript

Kapwing

Descript transcribes your recording so you can cut or rearrange it like a document.

A browser video editor for social clips, with automatic subtitles, trimming and templates.

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Vidmoat
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Pika
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VEED
Edit video, add subtitles and record your screen.
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