Why this order

Our pick comes first, followed by a free alternative for this job.

The free plan lets you try the real avatar engine (Avatar IV) before you pay.

Our pick

Try

1. HeyGen

Best for: Trying the avatar engine on short clips before paying

The free plan lets you try the real avatar engine (Avatar IV) before you pay.

Price
Free plan (3 videos/mo, up to 1 min each). Creator is $29/mo, or $24/mo billed annually.
Verified
Learning time
~15 min to your first video
Review method
Tested by our team

Our verdict: Already on Synthesia? Keep it for training videos. Try HeyGen's free plan if you mostly make short social clips.

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Free alternative

Verdict not yet assigned

2. Synthesia

Best for: Training videos (surveys, roleplays, learner seats)

Choose it for training videos. The free Basic plan gives 10 min of video, 3 survey responses and 500 credits per month (watermarked).

Price
Starter: $29/mo billed monthly
Verified
Learning time
Not listed.
Review method
Researched by our team

A Keep / Try / Switch verdict has not been assigned to this alternative.

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FAQ

Is HeyGen free?

Yes, there is a free plan: 3 videos per month, up to 1 minute each, with access to Avatar IV.

How much is HeyGen Creator?

$29/mo, or $24/mo billed annually, per HeyGen's pricing page (checked Oct 15, 2026). It removes the watermark and adds 1080p and voice cloning.

Should I switch from Synthesia to HeyGen?

Keep Synthesia for training videos. Try HeyGen's free plan if you mostly make short social clips.

Does Synthesia have a free plan?

Yes. The free Basic plan gives 10 minutes of video, 3 survey responses and 500 credits per month, with a watermark.