ScriptNova vs Descript
Descript is a full video and podcast editing platform with transcription built in. ScriptNova is focused purely on fast, accurate transcription with clean export options. Here is how to decide which fits your workflow.
No credit card required · 60 free minutes every month
| Feature | ScriptNova | Descript |
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| Primary use | Transcription & export | Video & podcast editing |
| Free tier | 60 min/month | 60 min/month (media minutes) |
| Paid pricing | From $9/month | From $16/month (annual) / $24/month |
| Language support | 100+ auto-detected | English-first; limited other languages |
| Vietnamese support | Yes | Not supported |
| SRT export | Pro plan | Yes (paid plans) |
| DOCX export | Starter & Pro | Limited |
| Speaker labels | Pro plan | Yes |
| Video editing | Not included | Core feature |
| AI summary | Pro plan | Yes (AI credits) |
Why teams choose ScriptNova over Descript
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ScriptNova starts at $9/month. Descript's entry paid plan is $16/month billed annually ($24/month monthly) — and is built around video editing features you may not need if you just want transcripts.
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ScriptNova auto-detects 100+ languages. Descript is primarily optimised for English — most other languages, including Vietnamese, are not supported.
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ScriptNova's workflow is simple: upload → transcript → export. Descript is a full video editor; its interface is built around timeline editing and can feel heavy for pure transcription tasks.
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ScriptNova's free tier gives 60 real transcription minutes per month with no watermarks. Descript's free tier also includes 60 minutes but limits export quality to 720p watermarked video.
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Should I use ScriptNova or Descript for podcast transcription?
If you also edit your podcast in Descript, staying in one tool makes sense. If you use another editor and just need a transcript, ScriptNova is simpler and cheaper.
Does ScriptNova do video editing?
No. ScriptNova is focused on transcription and text export. For transcript-driven video editing, Descript is purpose-built for that workflow.
Is ScriptNova cheaper than Descript?
Yes. ScriptNova starts at $9/month. Descript's entry paid plan starts at $16/month billed annually ($24/month billed monthly).
Can I try ScriptNova for free?
Yes. Sign up and get 60 free transcription minutes every month — no credit card required.