Best AI for video and YouTube
Generate footage, edit faster, voice it, and cut it into Shorts.
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This featured slot is available to tool makers who fit this use case. Clearly labeled, always separate from our picks.
Our picks
1. Descript
Edit video and podcasts by editing the transcript.
Verdict: Edit talking-head videos like a doc; removes filler words. Huge time saver for YouTubers.
2. Runway
AI video generation and editing suite (Gen-series models).
Verdict: Pro-grade AI video generation and editing tools for b-roll and effects.
3. Google Veo
Google DeepMind's text-to-video model with native audio.
Verdict: High-quality generated clips with sound; strong for cinematic b-roll.
4. ElevenLabs
Realistic AI voiceover, voice cloning and dubbing.
Verdict: Best-in-class voiceover and dubbing into other languages.
5. OpusClip
Turns long videos into short vertical clips automatically.
Verdict: Turns a long video or stream into Shorts/TikToks automatically.
6. CapCut
Free-tier video editor with auto-captions and AI effects.
Verdict: Free-ish editor with solid auto-captions — the practical everyday tool.
7. HeyGen
AI avatar videos and video translation.
Verdict: Avatar presenters and lip-synced translation when you don't want to be on camera.
Picks are editorial and not paid. Pricing and features change often — check each official site.