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ElevenLabs
Definition
ElevenLabs is the leading AI voice platform offering text-to-speech, voice cloning, and voice design, known for producing the most natural-sounding synthetic voices available.
Why It Matters
ElevenLabs has set the benchmark for AI voice quality. Their voices are often indistinguishable from human recordings, making them the go-to choice for professional applications like audiobooks, podcasts, and video content. Their API makes this quality accessible to developers.
Key Features
- Text-to-Speech: Industry-leading natural voices
- Voice Cloning: Create custom voices from samples
- Voice Library: Thousands of pre-made voices
- Multi-Language: 29+ languages with native quality
- Voice Design: Create voices from text descriptions
- Projects: Long-form content creation tools
API Capabilities
- Streaming audio output for low latency
- Voice settings (stability, clarity, style)
- SSML-like control for pronunciation
- Sound effects and voice mixing
- Dubbing and translation workflows
Pricing
- Free: Limited characters/month
- Starter: $5/month, 30K characters
- Creator: $22/month, 100K characters
- Pro: $99/month, 500K characters
- Scale/Enterprise: Custom pricing
Best For
Audiobooks, podcasts, video narration, voice assistants, content localization, accessibility tools, and any application requiring natural-sounding speech.