# Descript vs Jamie

> Descript: Edit video and podcasts by editing their transcript, with AI audio cleanup and clips
> Jamie: Bot-free AI meeting notes, action items and CRM follow-ups with EU data hosting

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

## Verdict

Descript is listed under Video AI and Jamie under AI Assistants. Descript scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.5 vs 7.8 out of 10), led by ease of use and value for money. Both have a free plan or trial. Only Jamie is available on iOS.

### 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.

### Choose Jamie if

- You want a tool built for Teams that need meeting notes without a visible bot and with EU data residency, plus CRM updates after client calls.
- Records on-device with no meeting bot, including for in-person meetings.
- EU, Swiss and UK data processing, ISO 27001 certification and GDPR compliance suit regulated industries.

## Pricing

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

## Features

| Feature | Descript | Jamie |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Text-based editing | Yes | Not listed |
| Underlord | Yes | Not listed |
| Studio Sound | Yes | Not listed |
| Filler word and retake removal | Yes | Not listed |
| AI speech and voice clones | Yes | Not listed |
| Create clips | Yes | Not listed |
| Recording | Yes | Not listed |
| Translation and dubbing | Yes | Not listed |
| Generation tools | Yes | Not listed |
| API and MCP | Yes | Not listed |
| Bot-free recording | Not listed | Yes |
| AI meeting notes | Not listed | Yes |
| Action item detection | Not listed | Yes |
| Ask Jamie chat | Not listed | Yes |
| Pre-meeting briefings | Not listed | Yes |
| Agentic Workflows | Not listed | Yes |
| Developer access | Not listed | Yes |
| Enterprise controls | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

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

## 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

## Jamie strengths

- Records on-device with no meeting bot, including for in-person meetings.
- EU, Swiss and UK data processing, ISO 27001 certification and GDPR compliance suit regulated industries.
- Notes in 99+ languages with custom templates and custom vocabulary.
- Public API, webhooks and MCP server on Pro and above.
- Native Windows, macOS and iOS apps; the App Store listing shows a 4.89 rating from 253 ratings.

## Jamie limitations

- The Free plan is limited to 10 AI notes per month and 30-minute meetings.
- CRM integrations such as Salesforce and HubSpot, plus API access, require Pro (€39 to €47 per month) or higher.
- No Android or Linux app was found.
- SOC 2 Type II is listed as pending, and one reviewer argues the price is high for what is offered.

## FAQ

**Is Descript better than Jamie?**

It depends on your workflow. Descript is built for podcast editing. Jamie is built for Teams that need meeting notes without a visible bot and with EU data residency, plus CRM updates after client calls.

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

Descript: Edit video and podcasts by editing their transcript, with AI audio cleanup and clips. Jamie: Bot-free AI meeting notes, action items and CRM follow-ups with EU data hosting. Descript is rated 4.0/5 from 1 user review.

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

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

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

Descript starts at $0 and Jamie starts at €0. See the pricing table above for what each tier includes.