HeyGen vs Synthesia
Side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right tool for your business
Our Verdict: HeyGen for features & value, Synthesia for enterprise & L&D
HeyGen leads in feature breadth with real-time avatars, video translation, and competitive pricing. Synthesia dominates enterprise L&D (learning & development) with its template library, SCORM export, and strong compliance features. For startups and SMBs, HeyGen offers more value. For large enterprise training departments, Synthesia is the standard.
At a Glance
HeyGen
Feature-rich AI video creation for marketing teams
Free (limited) / $24/mo (Creator) / $72/mo (Business) / Custom
beginner
1-3 days
Synthesia
Enterprise training and L&D video production
$22/mo (Starter) / $67/mo (Creator) / Custom (Enterprise)
beginner
1-3 days
Feature Comparison
| Feature | HeyGen | Synthesia |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time avatars | Yes | No |
| Video translation | Yes (lip sync) | Yes |
| Custom avatars | Yes | Yes |
| SCORM export | No | Yes |
| Template library | Growing | 100+ professional |
| Enterprise compliance | Basic | SOC 2, GDPR |
Which to Choose by Use Case
Sales outreach personalized videos
Real-time streaming and video personalization at scale
Corporate training modules
SCORM export, templates, and enterprise compliance
Translating marketing videos to 10+ languages
Superior lip-sync video translation feature
Need Help Deciding?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better-looking avatars?
Both have reached a high bar. HeyGen's latest avatars are slightly more expressive, while Synthesia's are more consistent and professional-looking.
Can these replace human presenters?
For training, product demos, and internal communications, yes. For brand-critical external content, we recommend using AI avatars to supplement rather than fully replace human presenters.
