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HeyGen

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4.2
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1362
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HeyGen is an AI avatar video platform where users type a script to get a video, ideal for marketers and trainers.

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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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CapCut

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1.3
out of 5 (
375
reviews)

CapCut is a full-featured video editor for mobile and desktop, popular for its trendy effects, templates, and easy social sharing.

About

CapCut

CapCut is TikTok’s editing sidekick, packed with free tools and viral-ready features. It works on both mobile and desktop, offering trendy effects, a massive music and sound library, and AI tools like auto-cutting, background noise removal, and those bold animated captions you see all over your feed. It’s fast, intuitive, and built to keep pace with the rhythm of social media.

But let’s be real—it’s made for short-form content. You won’t find deep color grading, multi-cam editing, or timeline finesse you'd expect in something like Premiere. And since it’s backed by ByteDance, folks with privacy concerns might raise an eyebrow. Some features also rely on a live internet connection, which can slow things down. That said, for quick-turn clips, reels, and TikToks, it delivers exactly what today’s creators need—fast, fun, and optimized for scroll-stopping content.

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Submagic is a better alternative

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

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

Submagic is the better alternative to HeyGen & CapCut. 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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Overview of HeyGen Vs CapCut : Transforming Long Videos into Viral Shorts with AI

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.

CapCut

Pros & Cons

Pros

Cons

  • Free with powerful AI features
  • Beginner-friendly mobile/desktop versions
  • Extensive stock library and templates
  • Desktop version less featured than mobile
  • Pro subscription for premium assets
  • 15-minute cap and single track limitations

CapCut

Pricing plans

Plan

Cost

Free
$0
Pro
$9.99

CapCut

Reviews

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Enayet Hussain
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I'm not sure why people don't like it, but it's a very good editing app that isn't a "scam." You may need to pay for a subscription for some features, but I think it's worth it for the price. For example, I pay 50 dollars a year for it, and it's awesome.

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David Greenlee
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Revised! I just went ahead and purchased Pro. So far big improvement. I really detest the way I got here. But I have to say working cross platform so far seems ok. I will revisit UX once I have used for a bit. I am improving rating to 4 stars. Saved me a fair amount of time.

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Stef Caisutti
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I finally paid, as you could almost do nothing, as everything was on Pro, NOW I am battling to get an invoice from them, useless after sales service, Still after emails and bot chat!!!!!!! NO INVOICE

Submagic is a better alternative

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

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

Submagic is the better alternative to HeyGen & CapCut. 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

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Frequently asked questions

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