The short answer
Pick HeyGen if you want to try the avatar engine on short clips before paying.
Pick Synthesia if you make training videos.
At a glance
| Compare | HeyGen | Synthesia |
|---|---|---|
| Use case | Trying the avatar engine on short clips before paying | Training videos (surveys, roleplays, learner seats) |
| Free plan | 3 videos/mo, up to 1 min, Avatar IV access | Basic: 10 min of video, 3 survey responses, 500 credits/mo (watermarked) |
| Price + verification date | Free plan (3 videos/mo, up to 1 min each). Creator is $29/mo, or $24/mo billed annually. Verified | Starter: $29/mo billed monthly Verified |
| Learning time | ~15 min to your first video (our estimate) | Not listed. |
| Review method | Tested by our team | Researched by our team |
Check the official site for current pricing and plan details.
Already using another tool?
Already on Synthesia? Keep it for training videos. Try HeyGen's free plan if you mostly make short social clips.