In short
How they differ.
Worked out from the makers' own pages, read Oct 20, 2026. Prices change; check before you pay.
- Only Descript has a free plan.
- Descript also has a web and computer app; Google Live Caption also has a phone app.
Side by side
The details.
| Descript | Google Live Caption | |
|---|---|---|
| Made by | Descript | |
| What it says it is | “Descript is the AI video and audio editor that makes editing as easy as editing text.” | “Live Caption automatically captions speech on your device.” |
| Free plan | Yes60 media minutes per month, 100 AI credits one-time, 720p export with watermark. | Not statedBuilt in on Pixel and selected Android phones; languages vary by device. |
| Plans | Hobbyist: $24 a monthCreator: $35 a monthBusiness: $65 a monthEnterprise: not in US$ | Not shown |
| Runs on | web, desktop | Android (Pixel and selected phones) |
| Latest update | — | — |
| Its terms | — | “Live Caption works best on audio with clear speech and low background noise.”In its terms · Android Accessibility Help: Live Caption |
| Disputes | None on file | None on file |
| Sources | Prices, Oct 20, 2026 · Description · company-reported | · Description · company-reported |
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