Budget

AI tools at $10–30/mo

The typical single-seat subscription.

4 tools

  1. ElevenLabs

    Turn written scripts into spoken audio

    Editor's pick Make voiceovers & audio AgenciesCreators & influencers Best for a creator producing regular client voiceovers
    $0/month 85/100 Top pick
  2. HeyGen

    Generate talking‑head videos from scripts and audio with lifelike avatars

    Editor's pick Make & edit video AgenciesCreators & influencers Best for a creator repurposing short social and marketing clips
    Starting price: $0/month (Free plan) 84/100 Top pick
  3. Claude

    Turn briefs and long documents into drafts and edits

    Write blog posts & articles FreelancersSmall businesses Best for a freelancer with regular long-document writing work
    $0 (Free); paid plans from $20/month 80/100 Top pick
  4. Google Gemini

    Draft copy and research summaries from Google Workspace material

    Write sales & marketing copy FreelancersSmall businesses Best for a Google Workspace-heavy freelancer
    $19.99/month 80/100 Top pick