Side by side
| Feature | CapCut | HeyGen |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | Online, desktop and mobile video editor with AI tools for creating and editing videos for YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. | AI video generator that turns text, images or audio into videos with realistic avatars, narration, captions and translation, for creators and marketers. |
| Price from | not listed | 29 USD/mo |
| Free plan | yes | yes |
| Platforms | web, windows, mac, ios, android, chrome | web, api |
| API | not stated | yes |
CapCut: key features
- AI auto captions and subtitles in multiple languages
- Text to speech with natural-sounding voices and custom voices
- One-click video and image background removal
- Video trimming, transitions and HD export without watermark
- AI video generator from text, images or keyframes
- Smart templates for social media and marketing
HeyGen: key features
- AI avatars with consistent identity and lip-sync in 175+ languages
- Text-to-video generation from a prompt via Video Agent
- Text-based AI Studio editor with control over tone, gestures and emotion
- One-click video translation with voice cloning from file or YouTube link
- Auto captions, B-roll and motion graphics
- Team collaboration with commenting, Brand Kit and SCORM export on business plans
FAQ
Is CapCut or HeyGen better?
It depends on the job - compare prices, free plans and features in the table above.
Are CapCut and HeyGen free?
CapCut: Yes, there is a free plan. Free to try online without a credit card; the page advertises free online editing and exports without watermark. Full plan limits are not shown on the homepage. HeyGen: Yes, there is a free plan. 3 videos per month up to 1 minute, access to Avatar IV, 500+ stock avatars, 1 custom video avatar, 30+ languages.