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Head-to-Head Comparison
Microsoft Copilot vs Descript
An honest, side-by-side breakdown of pricing, features, and security — so you can pick the right tool.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Microsoft Copilot | Descript |
|---|---|---|
| CompareMyAI score | 7.8 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| Free tier | ||
| API access | ||
| Open source | ||
| Enterprise ready | ||
| GDPR compliant | ||
| SOC 2 certified | ||
| ISO 27001 | ||
| MFA supported | ||
| Trains on your data |
Pricing
FreeFree
Microsoft 365 Personal£6/mo
Microsoft 365 Copilot£24/mo
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FreeFree
Hobbyist£13/mo
Creator£19/mo
Business£39/mo
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Prices in GBP. Verified monthly. Always check the provider's site for the latest.
Pros & cons
Microsoft Copilot
Pros
- +Built into Microsoft 365
- +Strong enterprise security and compliance
- +SOC2 and GDPR certified
- +No separate subscription if you have M365
Cons
- −Limited standalone value outside Microsoft ecosystem
- −Less capable than ChatGPT or Claude for general tasks
- −Requires M365 licence
Descript
Pros
- +SOC2 Type II and GDPR compliant — strongest compliance credentials in the video category
- +Transcript-based editing removes filler words and errors as easily as editing a document
- +No AI training on user content by default — explicit opt-in required (confirmed from security page)
- +API included with all paid plans for automating transcription, captions, and publishing
Cons
- −End-user MFA not confirmed — employee systems only per security page
- −ISO 27001 not confirmed from official sources
- −AI credits cap at 1,500/month on Business plan — may deplete with heavy video generation use
Our take— Descript wins
Based on our comparison of published pricing, features, and compliance data, Descript pulls ahead with API access. Microsoft Copilot counters with ISO 27001 certification. Descript scores 8.0/10 to Microsoft Copilot's 7.8/10. Pick Descript if you need API access; pick Microsoft Copilot if ISO 27001 certification matters.