Best AI tools for avatar video
2 tools we'd consider, best first.
#1HeyGen
freemiumFrom $29/mo (Creator) · Free tier available ✓ checked 2026-10-16
Talking avatars and video translation for marketers.
- Sign up at heygen.com
- Pick an avatar (or create your own) and paste your script
- Generate; use Video Translate to make language versions
How people use it (4)
Used HeyGen Avatar and script features to make a first video and asked for feedback.
Try: Make a 45-second intro video for my channel using an avatar: [script]
Used HeyGen for the audio on a teaser video made with Claude and HyperFrame.
Try: Voice this 20-second website teaser script in a confident tone
Cloned themselves, changed the setting and turned a script into a video without filming again.
Try: Create my avatar, then turn this script into a video set in a bright home office
#2Synthesia
paidFrom £19/mo (Starter, monthly) · Free tier available ✓ checked 2026-10-16
AI presenter videos for training and explainers.
- Create a free account at synthesia.io
- Choose an avatar and template, paste your script
- Generate the video and share the link or download
How people use it
Used HeyGen Avatar and script features to make a first video and asked for feedback.
Try: Make a 45-second intro video for my channel using an avatar: [script]
Used HeyGen for the audio on a teaser video made with Claude and HyperFrame.
Try: Voice this 20-second website teaser script in a confident tone
Cloned themselves, changed the setting and turned a script into a video without filming again.
Try: Create my avatar, then turn this script into a video set in a bright home office
Created a whole podcast episode about Nigeria vs Ghana vs Senegal vs Cameroon jollof.
Try: Make a two-host podcast episode debating [fun topic]
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