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Captions
AI-powered captions and video editing for creators
4.4/5
15M+ users
Since 2021
Captions Technologies
FreemiumBeginner Friendly
ToolSchool Verdict
4.4
Overall Score
Best AI video enhancement for talking-head content. Magical one-tap improvements.
Ease of Use
4.8
Features
4.5
Value
4.4
Support
4.1
What is Captions?
AI-powered captions and video editing for creators
Who makes Captions?
Captions is developed by Captions Technologies.
How much does Captions cost?
Free: Basic features. Pro $10/mo: All AI features, no watermark.
Who should use Captions?
Captions is ideal for social media creators, course creators, podcasters.
TL;DR
- ●AI-powered captions and video editing for creators
- ●Free: Basic features. Pro $10/mo: All AI features, no watermark.
- ●Best for social media creators and course creators.
- ●Key strength: ai eye contact.
Bottom line: Best AI video enhancement for talking-head content. Magical one-tap improvements.
About Captions
Captions is an AI-first video app that automatically adds captions, removes filler words, adds eye contact, and enhances videos. Popular with social media creators for polished, accessible content.
Who Should Use Captions?
Social Media Creators
Perfect for TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts
Course Creators
Polish talking-head educational content
Podcasters
Turn podcast clips into captioned video
Not Ideal For
Non-Talking Content
AI features focus on face-to-camera
Complex Video Projects
Use Premiere or DaVinci for advanced editing
Pricing
Last verified: December 23, 2025
Free: Basic features. Pro $10/mo: All AI features, no watermark.
Most Popular
Pros & Cons
An honest assessment based on our testing
What We Like
AI Eye Contact
Magically corrects eye contact to look at camera.
Filler Word Removal
Automatically removes ums, ahs, and pauses.
Accurate Captions
High-quality auto-generated subtitles.
One-Tap Enhancement
Multiple AI improvements with single tap.
What Could Be Better
Talking Head Focus
Best features only work for face-to-camera content.
Mobile-First
Desktop experience is limited.
Limited Editing
Not a full-featured editor for complex projects.
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Advantages
identified
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Limitations
noted
+1
Net Score
favorable
Captions FAQ
Common questions about Captions
How does Captions AI eye contact work?
Captions uses AI to detect your eyes and subtly adjust them to appear looking at the camera, even if you were reading a script.
Is Captions free?
Basic features are free with watermark. Pro at $10/month removes watermark and adds eye contact, filler removal, and premium features.
Captions vs CapCut?
Captions focuses on AI enhancement (eye contact, filler removal). CapCut is a more traditional video editor. Use both together.
Does Captions work on desktop?
Captions is available on iOS, Android, and desktop (desktop.captions.ai). Web version also available. The company rebranded to Mirage in 2025.
ToolSchool Verdict
Our expert assessment of Captions
4.4out of 5
Very Good
Ease of Use4.8
Features4.5
Value for Money4.4
Customer Support4.1
“Best AI video enhancement for talking-head content. Magical one-tap improvements.”
Captions has nailed the "one-tap enhancement" workflow. Upload a video, and AI handles captions, removes ums and ahs, and even corrects eye contact. For talking-head content creators, it's magical. The $10/month Pro plan is reasonable for the time saved. Less useful for non-talking-head content.
Bottom Line:Captions is a solid option worth considering for most users.
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Company Info
- Company
- Captions Technologies
- Founded
- 2021
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