Alternatives · Audio & Voice
Adobe Podcast alternatives
The closest alternatives to Adobe Podcast are ElevenLabs, Descript and Otter.ai, which also cover transcribing audio and video. 14 of the 15 listed here can be used for free, including ElevenLabs and Descript. The lowest paid plan starts at $6 per month (ElevenLabs).
- Alternatives
- 15
- Free options
- 14
- Updated
- Nov 2026
Closest first: ordered by how many of Adobe Podcast's tasks each tool shares, then by popularity.
- 1

ElevenLabsVerifiedFree tier · from $6/mo
AI voice platform for generating speech, music, and sound effects, plus voice agents for creators and developers.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
Web · API
- 2

DescriptVerifiedFree tier · from $16/mo
AI video and podcast editor that lets you cut footage by editing a transcript.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
Web · Mac · Windows
- 3

Otter.aiVerifiedFree tier · from $16/mo
Records, transcribes and summarizes meetings for individuals and teams, then answers questions about them.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
Mac · Windows · iOS · Android
- 4

GranolaVerifiedFree tier · from $14/mo
An AI notepad that captures meetings and turns them into notes and next steps for busy professionals.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
Mac · Windows · iOS · Android
- 5

Fireflies.aiVerifiedFree tier · from $10/mo
Records, transcribes, and summarizes meetings for teams that want searchable notes and action items.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
iOS · Android · Browser extension · API
- 6

LM StudioVerifiedFree tier · from $20/mo
LM Studio runs local LLMs and provides a desktop agent for people who want on-device AI.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
- 7

KrispVerifiedFree trial · from $8/mo
AI meeting assistant that removes background noise, transcribes calls, and takes notes for teams and call centers.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
Browser extension · API
- 8
Sarvam AIVerifiedPay as you go
Sarvam AI gives developers speech, translation, and document APIs for Indic-language products.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
Web · API
- 9
VulavulaVerifiedPaid · from $9.99/mo
Speech-to-text and translation for African languages, built for multilingual contact centres.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
API
- 10

FathomVerifiedFree tier · from $15/mo
AI notetaker that records and summarizes Zoom, Google Meet, and Teams calls for individuals and teams.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
iOS
- 11

Rask AIVerifiedFree trial · from $33/mo
Dubs videos into other languages with cloned voices, for creators, course teams and media studios.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
API
- 12

CleanvoiceVerifiedFree trial · from $11/mo
Cleans podcast, voiceover and video recordings by cutting noise, filler words and dead air.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
API
- 13

RiversideVerifiedFree tier · from $24/mo
Browser-based recording and AI editing for podcasts, webinars, and video teams.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
Web
- 14

LALAL.AIVerifiedFree tier · from $7.50/mo
LALAL.AI separates vocals, instruments, and noise from audio and video for musicians, editors, and developers.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
Windows · Mac · Linux · iOS · Android · API
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tl;dvVerifiedFree tier
An AI notetaker that records, transcribes, and summarizes meetings for sales, customer success, and internal teams.
Also does:Transcribing audio and video
iOS · Android
At a glance
| Tool | Pricing | Free | Platforms | API | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adobe Podcast | Free tier | Yes | Web | No | — |
| ElevenLabs | Free tier · from $6/mo | Yes | Web, API | Yes | Nov 3, 2026 |
| Descript | Free tier · from $16/mo | Yes | Web, Mac, Windows | No | Nov 3, 2026 |
| Otter.ai | Free tier · from $16/mo | Yes | Mac, Windows, iOS, Android | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Granola | Free tier · from $14/mo | Yes | Mac, Windows, iOS, Android | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Fireflies.ai | Free tier · from $10/mo | Yes | iOS, Android, Browser extension, API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| LM Studio | Free tier · from $20/mo | Yes | — | No | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Krisp | Free trial · from $8/mo | Yes | Browser extension, API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Sarvam AI | Pay as you go | Yes | Web, API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Vulavula | Paid · from $9.99/mo | Yes | API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Fathom | Free tier · from $15/mo | Yes | iOS | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Rask AI | Free trial · from $33/mo | No | API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Cleanvoice | Free trial · from $11/mo | Yes | API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Riverside | Free tier · from $24/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| LALAL.AI | Free tier · from $7.50/mo | Yes | Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| tl;dv | Free tier | Yes | iOS, Android | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
Common questions
- What is the best alternative to Adobe Podcast?
- ElevenLabs is the closest match: it also covers transcribing audio and video. Descript and Otter.ai come next. Alternatives are ordered by how many of Adobe Podcast's tasks they share, then by how popular they are.
- Is there a free alternative to Adobe Podcast?
- Yes. ElevenLabs, Descript and Otter.ai can be used for free. ElevenLabs has a free plan, and paid plans start at $6 per month.
- What is the cheapest alternative to Adobe Podcast?
- Among paid plans, ElevenLabs starts lowest at $6 per month.
- Which Adobe Podcast alternatives have a mobile app?
- Otter.ai, Granola and Fireflies.ai have an iPhone or Android app.