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Riverside

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4.4
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321
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Riverside is a remote recording platform that provides local, clear audio/video—perfect for podcasters and interviewers.

About

Riverside

Riverside.fm solved the biggest problem in remote recording: crappy internet ruining your interview. It records locally on each person's computer, so even if the call gets choppy, your recording stays crystal clear. For podcasters and anyone doing remote interviews, it's a game-changer. Plus, you get separate tracks, AI transcription, and a basic editor to clean things up.

But don't mistake it for a full editing suite. The text-based editor is clever for cutting interviews, but you're not adding fancy graphics or complex effects here. It's purpose-built for capturing great remote conversations, not for post-production wizardry. The real question: is getting studio-quality remote recordings your main challenge, or do you need the full editing package? For complete podcast production, combine quality recording with automatic transcription and AI content idea generation.

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Hypernatural

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4.8
out of 5 (
187
reviews)

Hypernatural is an AI tool that creates animated videos using AI voices and avatars, designed for marketers and educators.

About

Hypernatural

Hypernatural.ai lets you create animated videos without drawing a single frame. Type in your script, pick an avatar style, and watch it come to life with AI-generated voices and animations. It's perfect when you need engaging content but can't (or won't) get on camera. Think explainer videos, social posts, or anything where animated characters can do the talking for you.

But here's the reality check—AI avatars are still AI avatars. They might not capture the warmth of human performance, and your customization options are limited to what's in their library. Sometimes it can feel a bit... robotic? Great for certain use cases, but not if you need deep emotional connection. What's your priority: getting animated content fast, or having that human touch that really connects? For real human presence without being on camera, consider adding AI-generated B-roll and dynamic images to your videos instead.

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Submagic is a better alternative

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

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

Submagic is the better alternative to Riverside & Hypernatural. 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 Riverside Vs Hypernatural : Transforming Long Videos into Viral Shorts with AI

Riverside

Pros & Cons

Pros

Cons

  • Local 4K recording quality
  • No guest downloads needed
  • Magic Clips and text-based editing
  • Dependent on guest equipment
  • Host needs stable internet
  • Inconsistent AI features

Riverside

Pricing plans

Plan

Cost

Free
$0
Standard
€15
Pro
€24

Riverside

Reviews

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Khalil Osiris
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Riverside.fm provides an outstanding platform that is intuitive, user-friendly, and backed by excellent customer support.

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Caroline Esterson
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The software is so clean and easy to use. It makes you feel like a professional editor even when you are simply a layperson! There is enough 'stuff' to help professionalise your recordings without feeling overwhelmed and it's intuitive interface means that you can hit the ground running.

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Trevor
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Poor poor poor. For the money they charge, there are always issues. We will be moving when our annual sub expires!! No native Windows version of the software is another joke.

Hypernatural

Pros & Cons

Pros

Cons

  • Fast text/link-to-video conversion
  • 200+ customizable templates
  • No editing skills required
  • Credit-based pricing model
  • Limited free trial (10x30s videos)
  • AI results need adjustments

Hypernatural

Pricing plans

Plan

Cost

Free
$0
Creator
$12
Pro
$22

Hypernatural

Reviews

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Kotzebue
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I was having trouble finding images on another app to portray the idea of images I had written a script, I found this app. It is so user-friendly and if I want to add my own stock photo or AI image, I have that ability and I’m extremely pleased. I have gotten so many compliments on my creations and this tool Hypernatural is to thank for being able to deliver reliable results of my creations.

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Kornel17
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Hands down the best AI video app I’ve ever experienced. I have been using it to create history videos for my channel and it has made the process so much faster and the videos are amazing and my subs have all my commenting how good my videos look.

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Nounoushe19
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As another user said it would be better to have a subscription that you pay monthly instead of having credits. Everytime you make a little change it uses credit. It gets really old a because AI cannot generate perfect images that make sense most of the time. For example I wrote a kid story about a squirrel the first images that got generate were a squirrel as the main character in other slides it was a human boy? Not relatable.

Submagic is a better alternative

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

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

Submagic is the better alternative to Riverside & Hypernatural. 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

Trusted by 100+ Top Creators

Grant Cardone

Ali Abdaal

Chris Williamson

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