Riverside
Studio-quality remote recording with AI editing
Quick answer
Riverside records high-quality audio and video locally for each guest, so internet glitches do not ruin remote podcasts and interviews. It has a free plan with a watermark and limits.
Overview
Riverside records high-quality audio and video locally for each guest, then offers transcription, text-based editing and AI-generated clips.
Each participant's audio and video are recorded on their own device and uploaded as separate tracks. Riverside then provides transcription, text-based editing and Magic Clips for social media.
Use cases
- Remote podcasts
- Interviews
- Webinars
Key features
- Video editingYes
- Long-to-short clippingYes
- TranscriptionYes
- Noise removal / speech enhancementYes
- Remote recordingYes
Pricing
Pricing changes often — check the official pricing page for current plans.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Local recording avoids internet glitches
- Separate tracks per guest
- Magic Clips for social
Cons
- Free plan has watermark and limits
- Uploads need stable connection after recording
- Editing is simpler than a full NLE
Who should use it?
Video podcasters and interviewers who record with remote guests.
Who shouldn't use it?
Uploads need a stable connection after recording, and its editor is simpler than a full video editor.
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FAQ
What is Riverside best for?
Riverside is best for: Remote video podcasts and interviews. Riverside records high-quality audio and video locally for each guest, then offers transcription, text-based editing and AI-generated clips.
Does Riverside have a free plan?
Yes. Riverside offers a free plan with limited usage. Limits change, so check the official pricing page for current details.
Which platforms does Riverside run on?
Riverside is available on: Web, iPhone/iPad, Android.
What are the best alternatives to Riverside?
Popular alternatives to Riverside include Adobe Podcast, Podcastle, Krisp. Each covers similar jobs with different strengths, pricing and workflows — see our full list of Riverside alternatives.
Sources
- Riverside — official website — Riverside.fmProduct description, features and platforms
- Riverside — pricing — Riverside.fmPlans and pricing model
Best for: Remote video podcasts and interviews
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