Descript
Text to speech model of your voice with live demo.
Overview
- Ability to create a personalized text to speech model using your own voice - Live demo feature to test the model and hear the output in real-time - Customizable settings for pitch, speed, and volume of the speech - Option to download the generated audio file for future use - User-friendly interface for easy navigation and usage
Who it's for
- Individuals with visual impairments who rely on text-to-speech technology to access written content.
- Podcasters or content creators who want to add a unique voice to their audio content.
- Language learners who want to improve their pronunciation and speaking skills.
- People with speech impairments who want to use a synthesized version of their own voice.
- Busy professionals who want to save time by converting written content into audio format for easy listening on-the-go.
Pricing
What we hold on record for Descript.
- Pricing model
- Freemium
- Entry price
- $24/mo (billed monthly)
- Plan details
- Paid plans start from 12/mo
Re-checked against the live pricing page on Oct 20, 2026
Advertised prices often assume annual billing — The Annual-Billing Illusion , our study of 150 tools.
Frequently asked questions
Is Descript free?
There's a free tier. Paid plans start at $24/mo. We last checked this against the live pricing page on Oct 20, 2026.
How much does Descript cost?
Plans start at $24/mo billed monthly. We last checked this against the live pricing page on Oct 20, 2026.
What are the best Descript alternatives?
The closest matches in our directory are AIdeaFlow, TTS Lines, Producer Tag Generator and ToolVerified — see "More tools like this" below for the full set.
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