# Descript vs Krea

> Descript: Edit video and podcasts by editing their transcript, with AI audio cleanup and clips
> Krea: Generate and edit images, video and 3D with dozens of models in one workspace

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

## Verdict

Descript is listed under Video AI and Krea under Image & Visual AI. Both have a free plan or trial. Only Descript is available on Windows and macOS. Only Krea 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 Krea if

- You want a tool built for Real-time visual ideation.
- Free plan with 100 daily units and access to real-time, image, video and 3D models.
- Many third-party and in-house models available in a single account.

## Pricing

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

## Features

| Feature | Descript | Krea |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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 |
| Real-time generation | Not listed | Yes |
| Multi-model image and video generation | Not listed | Yes |
| Upscaler and enhancer | Not listed | Yes |
| Image editor | Not listed | Yes |
| LoRA training | Not listed | Yes |
| Krea Nodes and App Builder | Not listed | Yes |
| 3D and lip sync | Not listed | Yes |
| Plugins and API | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Descript | Krea |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | No |
| macOS | Yes | No |
| 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

## Krea strengths

- Free plan with 100 daily units and access to real-time, image, video and 3D models
- Many third-party and in-house models available in a single account
- Real-time generation and upscaling up to 22K
- LoRA training and node-based workflows for repeatable pipelines
- Plugins for Photoshop, Adobe video tools, DaVinci Resolve and Blender, plus an API

## Krea limitations

- Compute units run out at different rates per model, so costs for video and premium models are hard to predict
- Basic, Pro and Max units do not roll over
- Commercial license is not included on the Free plan
- No official Android app was found

## FAQ

**Is Descript better than Krea?**

It depends on your workflow. Descript is built for podcast editing. Krea is built for Real-time visual ideation.

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

Descript: Edit video and podcasts by editing their transcript, with AI audio cleanup and clips. Krea: Generate and edit images, video and 3D with dozens of models in one workspace. Descript is rated 4.0/5 from 1 user review.

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

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

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

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