Descript vs Sora
Compare features, pricing, and capabilities side by side
AI video and podcast editor with text-based editing, Underlord AI co-editor, screen recording, AI speakers, dubbing, captions, clips, and generative media tools.
Sora was OpenAI's AI video generation app, but it is discontinued. Melies is now a practical Sora alternative for filmmakers who need GPT Image-style visual development, top video models such as Seedance and Veo, and a full project workflow.
| Descript | Sora | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Freemium | discontinued |
| Starting Price | Free; Hobbyist from $16/month billed annually | Discontinued |
| Primary Category | Video Editing | All-in-one AI Filmmaking |
| Capabilities | Video EditingVoice Synthesis | Video GenerationVideo EditingVFXAll-in-one AI Filmmaking |
| Popularity Score | 65 | 90 |
| Website | descript.com | openai.com |
Descript Pricing Details
Free starts at $0. Hobbyist starts at $16/month billed annually with 10 media hours/month, 400 AI credits/month, 1080p watermark-free export, Underlord access, Studio Sound, filler-word removal, clips, and AI Speech. Creator and Business add more media hours, more AI credits, stronger export options, generative video, stock media, Brand Studio, custom avatars, and dubbing.
Sora Pricing Details
Sora web/app access ended on April 26, 2026. OpenAI says the Sora API will discontinue on September 24, 2026.