Can WhisperAI edit my podcast like Descript does?

No. WhisperAI transcribes; it does not edit audio or video. Descript's whole product is editing media by editing the transcript — that's its core value.

Is Descript's transcription as accurate as WhisperAI?

Both produce strong English transcripts. WhisperAI runs Whisper large-v3 across all uploads and has a clear edge on non-English audio (100+ languages vs Descript's roughly 22).

Does WhisperAI offer voice cloning like Overdub?

No. WhisperAI does not generate any audio — it transcribes. Overdub is a Descript-specific feature for replacing misspoken words in a speaker's cloned voice.

Is WhisperAI cheaper than Descript?

Generally yes, especially if you only need transcription. Descript prices per seat with monthly transcription-hour caps; WhisperAI is flat-rate unlimited within fair use.

Can WhisperAI remove filler words from my audio file?

WhisperAI removes fillers from the transcript text (in clean-and-readable mode) but does not edit the underlying audio file. Descript can strip fillers from the actual audio in one click in its editor.

Which is better for recording video podcasts with multiple guests?

Descript, by a wide margin — it records separate mic tracks per guest, captures screen and webcam, edits multitrack, and exports the final video.

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WhisperAI vs Descript