Descript pricing in 2026

Descript pricing in 2026: every plan, what you get, and the fine print. Checked October 2026 - plus a cheaper way to use the same models.

Free

Free

  • 1 hour transcription/month
  • Basic editing
  • Watermarked exports
  • - Very limited AI features

Hobbyist

$24/mo ($16/mo billed yearly)

  • 10 hours transcription
  • No watermark
  • Studio Sound and filler-word removal

Creator

$35/mo ($24/mo billed yearly)

  • 30 hours transcription
  • AI avatars and advanced edits
  • 4K export

Business

Paid

  • Team workspaces
  • Brand kits
  • Advanced admin

Which Descript plan is actually worth it

Start on the free tier - it covers 1 hour transcription/month. Hobbyist at $24/mo ($16/mo billed yearly) is the tier most people should start with - 10 hours transcription; No watermark. Step up to Creator ($35/mo ($24/mo billed yearly)) only when 30 hours transcription matters - overkill for casual use. Honest skip: if one subscription should cover more than Descript, compare the total against a multi-model workspace first.

The limits people complain about

Descript pricing FAQ

Is Descript free?

Yes, Descript has a free plan with 1 hour of transcription/month. Real editing starts at $16/month billed yearly.

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