# Clay vs Descript

> Clay: Enrich leads with 150+ data sources and AI research agents to run go-to-market plays
> Descript: Edit video and podcasts by editing their transcript, with AI audio cleanup and clips

- Clay profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/clay
- Descript profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/descript
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/clay-vs-descript
- Last reviewed: October 2026

## Verdict

Clay is listed under AI Agents and Descript under Video AI. Descript scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.5 vs 7.9 out of 10), led by ease of use. Both have a free plan or trial. Only Clay is available on CLI. Only Descript is available on Windows and macOS.

### Choose Clay if

- You want a tool built for Multi-provider lead enrichment, AI-assisted account research, building custom outbound and inbound workflows.
- Access to 150+ data providers with waterfall enrichment in a single workspace.
- Claygent applies AI web research to custom questions about each lead or account.

### Choose Descript if

- You want a tool built for podcast editing.
- Editing by transcript makes cutting speech content faster than a timeline alone.
- Studio Sound, filler word removal and retake removal are built in.

## Pricing

| | Clay | Descript |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Clay | Descript |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Claygent | Yes | Not listed |
| Waterfall Enrichment | Yes | Not listed |
| Data Marketplace | Yes | Not listed |
| Workflow Tables | Yes | Not listed |
| Audiences and Signals | Yes | Not listed |
| Email Sequencing | Yes | Not listed |
| Ads Audience Sync | Yes | Not listed |
| CRM and Warehouse Sync | Yes | Not listed |
| Credit Budgeting | Yes | Not listed |
| Text-based editing | Not listed | Yes |
| Underlord | Not listed | Yes |
| Studio Sound | Not listed | Yes |
| Filler word and retake removal | Not listed | Yes |
| AI speech and voice clones | Not listed | Yes |
| Create clips | Not listed | Yes |
| Recording | Not listed | Yes |
| Translation and dubbing | Not listed | Yes |
| Generation tools | Not listed | Yes |
| API and MCP | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Clay | Descript |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | No | Yes |
| macOS | No | Yes |
| iOS | No | No |
| Android | No | No |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |
| CLI | Yes | No |

## Clay strengths

- Access to 150+ data providers with waterfall enrichment in a single workspace.
- Claygent applies AI web research to custom questions about each lead or account.
- Free plan with unlimited seats and tables for testing workflows.
- Outputs reach email, LinkedIn/Meta/Google ads and CRMs without extra tooling.
- Frequent product updates, with weekly changelog roundups.

## Clay limitations

- Credit-based pricing with two credit types is harder to forecast than flat per-seat pricing.
- Free plan is limited to 500 actions, 100 data credits and 200 rows per table, with no phone enrichment or signals.
- CRM sync, warehouse sync and API access require Growth ($446/mo list) or higher.
- Pricing page figures are inconsistent between headline prices and FAQ text.

## Descript strengths

- Editing by transcript makes cutting speech content faster than a timeline alone
- Studio Sound, filler word removal and retake removal are built in
- Includes recording, transcription, captions and clip creation in one app
- Free plan available with no credit card required
- API and MCP server allow automated editing
- SOC 2 Type II and SSO or SCIM on Enterprise

## Descript limitations

- Free plan exports 720p with a watermark and allows only 1 media hour per month
- Paid prices are $24 to $65 per month on monthly billing, with annual billing needed for the lowest rates
- Media hours and AI credits are capped, with top-ups only on Creator and above
- Desktop app needs macOS 14 or Windows 11 and there is no listed mobile app

## FAQ

**Is Clay better than Descript?**

It depends on your workflow. Clay is built for Multi-provider lead enrichment, AI-assisted account research, building custom outbound and inbound workflows. Descript is built for podcast editing.

**What are the key feature differences between Clay and Descript?**

Clay: Enrich leads with 150+ data sources and AI research agents to run go-to-market plays. Descript: Edit video and podcasts by editing their transcript, with AI audio cleanup and clips. Descript is rated 4.0/5 from 1 user review.

**Does Clay or Descript have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. Clay is freemium and Descript is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, Clay or Descript?**

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.