Best AI Tools for YouTube Shorts
Shorts workflows rely on fast script, clip, caption, and thumbnail production at high posting volume.
Top picks
CapCut
Fast short-form editor with caption and effects workflows.
- Freemium
- video-editing
- captions
- shorts
Best for: YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production
Descript
Text-based video and audio editor for narration, clips, and captions.
- Subscription
- video-editing
- repurposing
- captions
Best for: YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production
HeyGen
Avatar and talking-head video generator for quick production.
- Subscription
- voiceover
- avatar-video
- shorts
Best for: YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production
InVideo
Template-heavy AI video editor for social content.
- Subscription
- video-editing
- shorts
- repurposing
Best for: YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production
Opus Clip
Automatically identifies clip-worthy moments from long videos.
- Freemium
- repurposing
- shorts
- captions
Best for: YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production
Pictory
Turns scripts and long videos into short social-ready clips.
- Subscription
- video-editing
- repurposing
- shorts
Best for: YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production
Runway
AI video generation and editing suite for creative production.
- Credits
- video-editing
- image-generation
- shorts
Best for: YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production
Synthesia
AI avatar video platform for tutorials, explainers, and faceless content.
- Subscription
- voiceover
- video-editing
- avatar-video
Best for: YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production
TubeBuddy
YouTube optimization toolkit for titles, tags, and channel workflows.
- Freemium
- youtube
- channel-growth
- shorts
Best for: YouTube automation workflows
vidyo.ai
Repurposes long-form videos into short clips with captions.
- Freemium
- repurposing
- shorts
- video-editing
Best for: YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production
Comparison table
| Tool | Pricing | Best for | Alternative page |
|---|---|---|---|
| CapCut | Freemium | YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production | View alternatives |
| Descript | Subscription | YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production | View alternatives |
| HeyGen | Subscription | YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production | View alternatives |
| InVideo | Subscription | YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production | View alternatives |
| Opus Clip | Freemium | YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production | View alternatives |
| Pictory | Subscription | YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production | View alternatives |
| Runway | Credits | YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production | View alternatives |
| Synthesia | Subscription | YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production | View alternatives |
| TubeBuddy | Freemium | YouTube automation workflows | View alternatives |
| vidyo.ai | Freemium | YouTube automation workflows, Faceless content production | View alternatives |
How we choose
- We prioritize speed from idea to exported vertical video.
- We compare caption quality and editing controls tuned for short-form pacing.
- We assess batch production features for consistent posting schedules.
FAQ
How many tools do I need for Shorts production?
Most creators can start with one script tool, one editor, and one thumbnail or design tool.
Are captions mandatory for Shorts?
They are strongly recommended because many viewers watch without audio.