Best AI for video editing

Best AI for video editing

Descript leads on workflow speed for traditional editing, Runway on AI-generated effects, and Opus Clip on automated repurposing.

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#1

Edit video by editing text — the fastest AI-powered video editor for interviews, tutorials, and talking-head content

Descript is a versatile tool designed for video and audio editing, allowing users to edit content by manipulating text. It is ideal for content creators, podcasters, and marketers looking to streamline their production process.

★★★★ 4.4 Freemium — $24/mo video, voice, text
#2

Generative AI effects for background removal, B-roll generation, and motion graphics that would otherwise require specialist skills

Runway is an AI video creation suite built for professional video editors, offering generative video, inpainting, motion tools, and style transfer integrated into production workflows.

★★★★ 4.5 Freemium — $12/month video, image, vfx, editing
#3

AI that finds, trims, and reformats your best moments for short-form platforms automatically

Opus Clip is an AI tool designed for creating and editing videos and text content. It is suitable for content creators, marketers, and educators looking to enhance their multimedia projects efficiently.

★★★★ 4.2 Freemium — $15/mo video, text