# ElevenLabs vs Leonardo AI

> ElevenLabs: Text-to-speech, voice cloning, dubbing and voice agents built on in-house audio models
> Leonardo AI: AI image and video studio with custom model training and a real-time canvas editor

- ElevenLabs profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/elevenlabs
- Leonardo AI profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/leonardo-ai
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/elevenlabs-vs-leonardo-ai
- Last reviewed: October 2026

## Verdict

ElevenLabs is listed under Audio & Speech AI and Leonardo AI under Image & Visual AI. ElevenLabs scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (9.1 vs 8.5 out of 10). Both have a free plan or trial.

### Choose ElevenLabs if

- You want a tool built for Voiceovers, audiobook narration, video dubbing, voice cloning, and real-time voice agents.
- Broad product range in one account: text-to-speech, speech-to-text, cloning, dubbing, sound effects, music and agents.
- Language coverage of 90+ languages on Eleven v4 and Scribe v2.

### Choose Leonardo AI if

- You want a tool built for game and concept art.
- Free plan with 150 tokens per day.
- Many first-party and third-party image and video models in one account.

## Pricing

| | ElevenLabs | Leonardo AI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | ElevenLabs | Leonardo AI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Text to Speech | Yes | Not listed |
| Voice Cloning | Yes | Not listed |
| Voice Design | Yes | Not listed |
| Speech to Text (Scribe) | Yes | Not listed |
| Dubbing Studio | Yes | Not listed |
| Sound Effects and Music | Yes | Not listed |
| ElevenAgents | Yes | Not listed |
| API and SDKs | Yes | Not listed |
| AI Canvas | Not listed | Yes |
| Multiple models | Not listed | Yes |
| Personal model training | Not listed | Yes |
| Video generation | Not listed | Yes |
| Blueprints | Not listed | Yes |
| Image editing tools | Not listed | Yes |
| Mobile apps | Not listed | Yes |
| API and MCP server | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | ElevenLabs | Leonardo AI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | No | No |
| macOS | No | No |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |

## ElevenLabs strengths

- Broad product range in one account: text-to-speech, speech-to-text, cloning, dubbing, sound effects, music and agents
- Language coverage of 90+ languages on Eleven v4 and Scribe v2
- Low-latency models: Flash v2.5 at about 75 ms and Eleven v4 Turbo at about 100 ms median
- Free plan with 10,000 credits per month for testing
- Official SDKs for Python and TypeScript, plus mobile and React SDKs for agents

## ElevenLabs limitations

- Credits are consumed quickly on long-form work; the Starter plan's 30,000 credits is about 30 minutes of text-to-speech
- The Free plan has no commercial license and needs attribution when published
- Professional Voice Cloning requires Creator ($22 per month) or higher
- Plan structure is complex, with credits, concurrency limits and different per-model API rates

## Leonardo AI strengths

- Free plan with 150 tokens per day
- Many first-party and third-party image and video models in one account
- Personal model training on paid plans
- AI Canvas for inpainting and outpainting
- Apps for iOS and Android, plus a pay-as-you-go API

## Leonardo AI limitations

- Free generations are public and the daily allowance is small
- Token costs vary by model and settings, so spend is hard to predict
- Unlimited relaxed video generation needs the $60 Ultimate plan
- Official pricing page blocks automated access, so plan details need checking on the site

## FAQ

**Is ElevenLabs better than Leonardo AI?**

It depends on your workflow. ElevenLabs is built for Voiceovers, audiobook narration, video dubbing, voice cloning, and real-time voice agents. Leonardo AI is built for game and concept art.

**What are the key feature differences between ElevenLabs and Leonardo AI?**

ElevenLabs: Text-to-speech, voice cloning, dubbing and voice agents built on in-house audio models. Leonardo AI: AI image and video studio with custom model training and a real-time canvas editor.

**Does ElevenLabs or Leonardo AI have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. ElevenLabs is freemium and Leonardo AI is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, ElevenLabs or Leonardo AI?**

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