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10 alternatives to HeyGen from our shortlists and our directory, with prices read on the official pages, their date and 8 free options.
HeyGen in brief
- What it does: AI video avatars and lip-synced translation.
- Price: Free, from $29/month [Source, 2026-10-15]
- Free plan: yes
- HQ country: United States
- Use cases: Create videos with AI
The 10 alternatives to HeyGen
Order: first the provisional shortlists of the use cases above, in their order, then the other tools listed in those use cases and in the same category, from A to Z.
| Alternative | Price | Free plan | Why it is listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Synthesia | Free, from $29/month [Source, 2026-10-15] | yes | Shortlist Create videos with AI (#2) |
| Runway | Free, from $12/month billed annually ($15 billed monthly) [Source, 2026-10-15] | yes | Shortlist Create videos with AI (#4) |
| AI Studios | Free; paid from $24/month [Source, 2026-10-22] | yes | Listed in Create videos with AI |
| Akool | Free; paid from $12/month per seat billed annually [Source, 2026-10-22] | yes | Listed in Create videos with AI |
| Animaker | Free; paid from $10/month [Source, 2026-10-22] | yes | Listed in Create videos with AI |
| Ankon | From $23/month; free credits on signup [Source, 2026-10-22] | not in our reading | Listed in Create videos with AI |
| Biteable | From $15/month billed annually ($29 billed monthly) [Source, 2026-10-22] | not in our reading | Listed in Create videos with AI |
| Blog2Video | Free (1 video); $3.99 per video; subscription from $15.99/month billed annually ($19.99 billed monthly) [Source, 2026-10-22] | yes | Listed in Create videos with AI |
| Colossyan | Free; paid from $59/month [Source, 2026-10-22] | yes | Listed in Create videos with AI |
| DeepBrain AI | Free; paid from $24/month [Source, 2026-10-22] | yes | Listed in Create videos with AI |
- Price: Free, from $29/month [Source, 2026-10-15]
- Free plan: yes
- HQ country: United Kingdom. source
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- Price: Free, from $12/month billed annually ($15 billed monthly) [Source, 2026-10-15]
- Free plan: yes
- HQ country: United States. source
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- Price: Free; paid from $24/month [Source, 2026-10-22]
- Free plan: yes
- HQ country: to be verified.
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- Price: Free; paid from $12/month per seat billed annually [Source, 2026-10-22]
- Free plan: yes
- HQ country: to be verified.
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- Price: Free; paid from $10/month [Source, 2026-10-22]
- Free plan: yes
- HQ country: United States. source
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- Price: From $23/month; free credits on signup [Source, 2026-10-22]
- Free plan: not in our reading
- HQ country: to be verified.
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- Price: From $15/month billed annually ($29 billed monthly) [Source, 2026-10-22]
- Free plan: not in our reading
- HQ country: Australia. source
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- Price: Free (1 video); $3.99 per video; subscription from $15.99/month billed annually ($19.99 billed monthly) [Source, 2026-10-22]
- Free plan: yes
- HQ country: to be verified.
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- Price: Free; paid from $59/month [Source, 2026-10-22]
- Free plan: yes
- HQ country: United States. source
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- Price: Free; paid from $24/month [Source, 2026-10-22]
- Free plan: yes
- HQ country: South Korea. source
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Free options
Tools with a free plan according to our reading of their pricing page. Free trials are not counted.
| Tool | Price | Checked on |
|---|---|---|
| Synthesia | Free, from $29/month [Source, 2026-10-15] | 2026-10-15 |
| Runway | Free, from $12/month billed annually ($15 billed monthly) [Source, 2026-10-15] | 2026-10-15 |
| AI Studios | Free; paid from $24/month [Source, 2026-10-22] | 2026-10-22 |
| Akool | Free; paid from $12/month per seat billed annually [Source, 2026-10-22] | 2026-10-22 |
| Animaker | Free; paid from $10/month [Source, 2026-10-22] | 2026-10-22 |
| Blog2Video | Free (1 video); $3.99 per video; subscription from $15.99/month billed annually ($19.99 billed monthly) [Source, 2026-10-22] | 2026-10-22 |
| Colossyan | Free; paid from $59/month [Source, 2026-10-22] | 2026-10-22 |
| DeepBrain AI | Free; paid from $24/month [Source, 2026-10-22] | 2026-10-22 |
FAQ
What is the best alternative to HeyGen?
We don't name a winner without verified reviews. In our provisional shortlists, the closest alternatives are Synthesia, Runway, AI Studios. The full list on this page gives each price with its source and date.
Is there a free alternative to HeyGen?
Yes, according to our reading of the official pricing pages: Synthesia, Runway, AI Studios, Akool, Animaker, Blog2Video, Colossyan, DeepBrain AI. Check the limits of each free plan before you switch.
How much does HeyGen cost?
Free, from $29/month (checked 2026-10-15).
Has AIGrowthRank tested these tools?
No. Features and prices come from the official pages and from our data. Verified user reviews will rank these tools once they come in.
Go further
- Use case: Create videos with AI
- Comparison: HeyGen vs Synthesia
- All alternatives pages
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