Descript is a text-based video and audio editor that transcribes, records, and publishes with AI features like voice clones and captions.
Free · from $16/mo
About Riverside
Riverside captures each participant's audio and video locally, then syncs them in the cloud—so you get 4K video and WAV audio even over shaky Wi-Fi. Its AI tools automatically remove silences, filler words, and generate transcripts.
What it does
Records each speaker on their own device in lossless quality, then uploads tracks to the cloud for seamless editing. AI features like Magic Clips repurpose long recordings into short social media clips, and the text-based editor lets you edit video by deleting words.
Who it is for
Ideal for podcasters needing pristine remote audio, video interviewers producing professional content, and content teams repurposing long-form recordings for social. It is not for casual voice calls or real-time collaboration requiring live multitrack mixing.
Real use cases
Record a multi-guest podcast with separate tracks, use AI to generate show notes and clips, then publish directly to YouTube or Spotify. Live stream in HD to multiple platforms while recording locally for later editing.
Key features
- Local Recording — Each participant records on their own device, preserving quality even with poor internet.
- Separate Tracks — Audio and video files are saved individually for each speaker, making editing cleaner.
- AI-Powered Editing — Automatically remove silences, filler words, and long pauses from recordings.
- Magic Clips — AI generates short, shareable video clips from longer recordings.
- Live Streaming — Stream directly to platforms like YouTube, Twitch, or Facebook while recording.
- Transcripts & Captions — Automatic transcription with speaker labels and exportable captions.
- Text-Based Editor — Edit video by searching, cutting, copying, and pasting in the transcript.
