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Generative video models and AI editing tools
Used for: Generated shots and AI effects
Best for: Filmmakers and editors who want generated shots and AI effects
Free planFreemium
Visit RunwayBest AI Tools for Video Editors
Quick answer
Professional editors use AI for the slow parts: generated shots and effects (Runway), transcription-driven rough cuts (Descript), clipping (OpusClip) and voice work (ElevenLabs). Generators like Luma Dream Machine or Kling help with inserts and concept shots.
These tools slot into an existing editing workflow rather than replacing your NLE.
AI tools for Video Editors
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Edit video and podcasts by editing the transcript
Used for: Rough cuts from transcripts
Best for: Podcasters and talking-head YouTubers
Free planFreemium
Visit DescriptLD
Realistic video and image generation from Luma AI
Used for: Image-to-video inserts
Best for: Realistic image-to-video inserts and concept shots
FreemiumFreemium
Visit Luma Dream MachineKA
Text-to-video and image-to-video model by Kuaishou
Used for: Text-to-video clips
Best for: Creators experimenting with cinematic generated clips
FreemiumFreemium
Visit Kling AIE
Realistic AI voices, cloning and dubbing
Used for: Temp voiceovers and dubbing
Best for: Voiceovers, narration and dubbing
Free planFreemium
Visit ElevenLabsO
Turn long videos into short viral clips
Used for: Social cut-downs
Best for: Repurposing podcasts and long videos into shorts
Free planFreemium
Visit OpusClipQuick comparison
| Feature | RRunway | DDescript | LDLuma Dream Machine | KAKling AI | EElevenLabs | OOpusClip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Filmmakers and editors who want generated shots and AI effects | Podcasters and talking-head YouTubers | Realistic image-to-video inserts and concept shots | Creators experimenting with cinematic generated clips | Voiceovers, narration and dubbing | Repurposing podcasts and long videos into shorts |
| Editorial rating | ||||||
| Pricing | Freemium | Freemium | Freemium | Freemium | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes | Not verified | Not verified | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified |
| API | Yes | Not verified | Yes | Not verified | Yes | Not verified |
| Platforms | Web, iOS | Web, Windows, macOS | Web, iOS | Web | Web, iOS | Web |
| Visit Runway | Visit Descript | Visit Luma Dream Machine | Visit Kling AI | Visit ElevenLabs | Visit OpusClip |
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