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Clideo

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4.8
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reviews)

Clideo is a collection of quick video tools for casual users that helps merge, compress, and resize videos.

About

Clideo

Clideo is like a Swiss Army knife for video tasks—but each tool is separate. Need to merge videos? There's a tool. Compress a file? Another tool. Add subtitles? Yep, different tool. It's all browser-based, super simple, and gets the job done when you need one specific thing fixed fast. No software, no account (for basic stuff), just upload and go.

The catch? It's not really "editing" in the creative sense. Each tool does one thing, so you're bouncing between them if you need multiple edits. And forget about complex projects—this is for quick fixes only. It's utility, not artistry. Perfect when you're thinking "I just need to resize this real quick," not so much for "let me craft a masterpiece." What's your need: quick fixes or creative control? For a unified experience, try tools that combine AI video trimming with sound effects and other features in one platform.

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HeyGen

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4.2
out of 5 (
1362
reviews)

HeyGen is an AI avatar video platform where users type a script to get a video, ideal for marketers and trainers.

About

HeyGen

HeyGen is wild—create professional videos with AI avatars that look and sound real. No camera, no studio, just type your script and pick your virtual spokesperson. You can even clone voices and create videos in multiple languages with perfect lip-sync. It's the future of video production, especially for training, marketing, or any time you need to scale video creation.

But let's talk about the elephant in the room—these are still AI avatars. While impressive, they might not nail the subtle emotions or spontaneity of real humans. Plus, there's the whole ethical thing about deepfakes and digital doubles. Amazing tech, but it might feel a bit uncanny valley for some viewers. What's your take: is the efficiency worth potentially losing that human connection? For authentic human presence without the uncanny valley, consider using real footage enhanced with AI-selected background music and marketing-optimized editing.

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Submagic is a better alternative

Submagic is the better alternative to Clideo & HeyGen. Video editing done in 3 clicks, saves you time. Edit 3 videos for free.

Submagic is the better alternative to HeyGen. Video editing done in 3 clicks, saves you time. Edit 3 videos for free.

Submagic is the better alternative to Clideo & HeyGen. Video editing done in 3 clicks, saves you time. Edit 3 videos for free.

Google Global Review : 4.9/5Trustpilot Global Review : 4.8/5G2 Global Review : 4.9/5

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Ali Abdaal

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Overview of Clideo Vs HeyGen : Transforming Long Videos into Viral Shorts with AI

Clideo

Pros & Cons

Pros

Cons

  • Simple browser-based interface
  • No download required
  • Free basic tools
  • Minimal AI features
  • Free version watermarked
  • Slow with large files

Clideo

Pricing plans

Plan

Cost

Monthly
$9/mo

Clideo

Reviews

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Roberto
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I often try to reduce videos in three web sites and Clideo is always the one which reduces the most

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ROSEMARIE VASQUEZ-WAGONER
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Thank you so much! I was panicking for an MP3 dance when I came across your easy to use App. I will be loyal to you, my SAVIOR App.

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Fletcher
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I would rate it a Zero if possible. I used professional audio in a 3-min video, but couldn't figure out how to trim it. So I bought the 'premium' or 'pro' to download the highest quality Clideo had to offer. If there was any change, it was only for the worse! I asked for a refund. And hot nothing but harrasment.

HeyGen

Pros & Cons

Pros

Cons

  • Realistic AI avatars eliminate filming
  • Fast, no editing skills needed
  • 175+ language support
  • Avatars can feel robotic
  • Free plan has watermark
  • Limited traditional editing features

HeyGen

Pricing plans

Plan

Cost

Free
$0
Creator
$29
Team
$39

HeyGen

Reviews

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Brooke Burgess
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I saw a colleague sharing a Heygen vid and honestly couldn't believe the results - had to try for myself with an extra critical eye. And...wow.

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Andy
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The platform and service keeps getting improved and has not disappointed us. The intuitive UI lends itself to making avatar videos and pictures a breeze.

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Ignacio J. Fernandez B.
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False advertisement. I paid what I believed it was only 39 usd for the team plan and came to be 78 usd instead as they charge per user.

Submagic is a better alternative

Submagic is the better alternative to Clideo & HeyGen. Video editing done in 3 clicks, saves you time. Edit 3 videos for free.

Submagic is the better alternative to HeyGen. Video editing done in 3 clicks, saves you time. Edit 3 videos for free.

Submagic is the better alternative to Clideo & HeyGen. Video editing done in 3 clicks, saves you time. Edit 3 videos for free.

Google Global Review : 4.9/5Trustpilot Global Review : 4.8/5G2 Global Review : 4.9/5

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Grant Cardone

Ali Abdaal

Chris Williamson

Frequently asked questions

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