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Play.ht

Name: Play.ht
Author: PlayHT

$31.2/mofree tier available

AI voice generation with an API

Play.ht is an AI-powered text-to-speech platform that generates natural-sounding voiceovers from written text. It features over 900 AI voices across 142 languages, advanced voice customization options, voice cloning capabilities, multi-voice conversations for podcasts and dialogues, and API access for developers. The platform supports SSML tags, custom pronunciations, and emotion control to create realistic, contextually aware audio content for videos, audiobooks, podcasts, e-learning, and applications.

Who it's for

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Pricing · freemium

checked Jul 22, 2026

Plan	Price	Includes
Free	$0 /mo	12,500 characters per month · 1 instant voice clone · Access to all voices and languages · Attribution required
Creator	$31.2 /mo	200,000 characters per month · Limited voice clones · Commercial rights · API access
Unlimited	$99 /mo	400,000 characters per month · Voice cloning included · All premium voices · Priority support
Enterprise	Free	Unlimited characters · All premium features · Dedicated account manager · Custom API solutions · Contact sales for pricing

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Use it for

— YouTube video voiceovers
— Podcast production
— Audiobook narration
— E-learning content
— IVR systems
— Video dubbing
— Website accessibility
— Marketing materials
— Voice agents and conversational AI

Get the most out of it

01Use voice cloning with at least 30 seconds of audio to create realistic custom branded voices for consistent audio identity across projects
02Leverage emotion control features (happy, sad, excited, calm, angry) to add natural inflection and expressiveness to your voiceovers
03Create multi-voice conversations in a single audio file using different voices for dialogues and character-based content like podcasts and interviews
04Save custom pronunciations and phonetics for brand names, technical terms, and unique words to ensure consistency across multiple audio projects
05Opt for annual billing to save up to 50% on subscription costs, and check eligibility for special discounts available to students, educators, and non-profits

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