Synthesia pricing & review
AI avatar video platform for training, explainer, and corporate video.
Last checked January 15, 2026
Overview
Synthesia generates talking-avatar videos from a script, with many languages and stock avatars. It is built for L&D and corporate communication rather than creative filmmaking. There is no free plan; a free demo video and a modest starter plan are the entry points.
Feature highlights
- AI avatars
- 140+ languages
- Script-to-video
- Custom avatars (higher tiers)
- API access
Pros and cons
Pros
- Great for avatar/training video
- Many languages
- Has an API
Cons
- No free plan
- Not for creative filmmaking
- Minute caps per plan
Best for
Synthesia is best suited to teams making training and explainer videos with avatars. If that matches your needs, the trial or entry plan is the place to start.
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Synthesia FAQ
Does Synthesia have a free plan?
No, Synthesia doesn't offer an ongoing free plan.
How much does Synthesia cost?
Synthesia starts at $18/mo Starter (billed yearly). Priced by video minutes per month and features; annual billing discounts. The highest known plan is Creator and custom Enterprise plans.
Who is Synthesia best for?
Synthesia is best for teams making training and explainer videos with avatars.
Does Synthesia offer an API?
Yes, Synthesia provides API access for developers.