TOP 6: Video Automation Software
In this guide, I’ll take you through the:
- Pros & Cons
- Features
- Pricing
Of the 6 best tool that automate your video editing → they’re both video generation tools and AIs that automatically edit your videos.
6 Best: Software to Automate Videos
Currently, these are the best video-automation tools: SendShort, Opus, inVideo, VEED, Submagic, and Vizard.
Each is special in its own way:
| Software | Best for |
|---|---|
| 1. SendShort | Video editing, generation |
| 2. Opus | Short-form videos |
| 3. inVideo | Video generation |
| 4. VEED | Subtitles |
| 5. Submagic | B-rolls, visuals |
| 6. Vizard | AI video editing |
However, that’s just the short story.
Join me, and let’s explore each video automation tool more into detail.
1. SendShort
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| 1. Quick video to short conversion | 1. No free plan |
| 2. Generates faceless videos | 2. Only edits short-form |
| 3. Adds transitions | |
| 4. Auto colorful subtitles | |
| 5. Can add images, GIFs, music etc | |
| 6. AI-translated audio + subtitles |
Top Features:
- Automatic conversion of long videos into shorts
- Faceless video generation for streamlined content creation
- Quick export options to short-form platforms
- AI-based video trimming and editing suggestions
Pricing:
- $15 → $59/month
2. Opus
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| 1. Advanced AI video editing | 1. Subscription-based pricing |
| 2. Customizable video templates | 2. AI can break pictures |
| 3. Supports multiple video formats | 3. Limited customer support options |
| 4. Snipping great highlights |
Top Features:
- AI-driven video editing for quick results
- Customizable templates for various content styles
- Built-in tools for trimming and merging clips
- Automatic caption generation for accessibility
Pricing:
- Free Plan
- Paid starting at $14.5/mo
- Custom plans can reach $435/mo
3. inVideo
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| 1. Extensive template library | 1. Learning curve for beginners |
| 2. User-friendly drag-and-drop interface | 2. Limited features in free version |
| 3. Supports multiple formats | 3. Occasional performance issues |
Top Features:
- Extensive library of customizable templates
- User-friendly drag-and-drop editor
- Support for HD video exports
- Automated text-to-video functionality
- Built-in media library with stock footage and music
Pricing:
- Free Plan
- Paid plans starting at $20/mo
- Custom plans can reach up to $600/mo
4. VEED
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| 1. Intuitive and easy-to-use interface | 1. Limited editing options in free version |
| 2. Supports real-time collaboration | 2. Watermark on exported videos for free users |
| 3. Wide range of video formats supported | |
| 4. Built-in subtitles and translation tools |
Key Features:
- Real-time collaboration for team projects
- Automatic subtitle generation and translation options
- Various templates for quick video creation
- Support for multiple video formats and resolutions
Pricing:
- Free Plan
- Paid plans starting at $18/mo
5. Submagic
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| 1. Automated subtitle generation | 1. Limited customization options |
| 2. Supports multiple languages | 2. May require manual corrections |
| 3. User-friendly interface | 3. Subscription-based pricing |
Key Features:
- Multi-language support for global accessibility
- User-friendly interface for easy navigation
- Customizable subtitle styles and timings
Pricing:
- Free Trial: 3 videos for free
- Paid plans: $14/mo → $150/mo
6. Vizard
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| 1. AI-driven video editing features | 1. May have a steep learning curve |
| 2. High-quality video exports | 2. Limited features in the free version |
| 3. Supports various media formats | 3. Occasional performance lag |
Key Features:
- AI-powered editing tools for enhanced video creation
- Support for high-quality video exports in multiple formats
- Intuitive interface with drag-and-drop functionality for easy use
Pricing:
- Free Plan
- Paid plans starting at $10.67/mo
How to Automate Shorts with SendShort
SendShort has three ways to automate short videos after the first setup:
| Method | What it automates | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Series | AI writes, voices and edits a new faceless short for every time slot and posts it to TikTok and YouTube. A slideshow series makes TikTok photo posts. | Professional (2 series), Business (up to 10 series) |
| AI agents (MCP) | Claude, ChatGPT and Grok Bot import a long video, clip it into shorts and schedule them from a chat. | From Professional ($29/month) |
| n8n | Workflows import, clip and schedule shorts when something happens, for example a new YouTube upload. | From Professional ($29/month) |
Automated Series
Open Automated Series in the SendShort sidebar. Choose Faceless videos or TikTok slideshows. For a faceless series, set the topic, voice, language, length, art style, caption template and background music. Then choose how often to post (once, twice or 3 times a day) and the time slots. You can pause a series, or edit a queued post before it goes live.
AI Agents (MCP)
SendShort has an MCP server at https://app.sendshort.ai/api/mcp. Connect it to Claude, ChatGPT or Grok Bot, or to coding agents such as Claude Code, Codex and Cursor. Then ask in plain words: “Import this YouTube video, make 5 shorts with captions and schedule them to TikTok.” Read how to make shorts with Claude or how to use SendShort in ChatGPT.
n8n Workflows
Install the community node n8n-nodes-sendshort in n8n and add your SendShort API key. The SendShort Trigger starts a workflow when a short is ready, a post is published or an import is done. Read how to automate shorts with n8n.
FAQ: Video Automation
1. Can you automate video editing?
Answer: Yes, you can automate video editing using tools like SendShort, which offers features for automatic cuts, text overlays, and effects, streamlining the editing process without extensive manual input.
2. How to make an automated video?
Answer: To make an automated video, use SendShort by uploading your video clips, selecting the desired format, and letting the app generate a short edit with text and effects automatically. You can customize the output to fit your needs before finalizing.
3. What is the best app for auto video editing?
Answer: The best app for auto video editing is SendShort, which simplifies the editing process by automatically generating short videos and adding text overlays.
It’s user-friendly and perfect for quick edits without the need for extensive editing skills.
Thanks a lot for reading this,
David Ch
Head of the Editing Team at SendShort
About the author
David leads the editing team at SendShort. With this help, the team delivers the latest guides on using your favorite social media apps and creating short-form content.
