Face-Tracked Framing
Face detection runs on every frame and the crop holds one subject, so the framing stays steady instead of cutting between faces.
AutoShorts vs Submagic
The Best Submagic Alternative
AutoShorts outperforms Submagic with steady face-tracked reframing, word-level subtitles, and a credit-based pricing model that saves you money. Make the switch today.
No credit card required — 3 free clips included
AutoShorts vs Submagic
See how AutoShorts compares feature-by-feature
AutoShorts
Face-Tracked Subject Framing
Word-Level Animated Subtitles
AI Viral Moment Detection
Pay-Per-Use Pricing (No Subscription)
YouTube URL Import
Multi-Platform Publishing
Vertical Video (9:16)
Credits Never Expire
8/8
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Submagic
Face-Tracked Subject Framing
Word-Level Animated Subtitles
AI Viral Moment Detection
Pay-Per-Use Pricing (No Subscription)
YouTube URL Import
Multi-Platform Publishing
Vertical Video (9:16)
Credits Never Expire
4/8
How it works
1
Upload your video
Drop a file or paste a YouTube link
2
AI transcribes
Word-level timestamps in seconds
3
Detects viral moments
Finds the most compelling clips
4
Ready to post
Vertical clips with subtitles & captions
1
Upload your video
Drop a file or paste a YouTube link
2
AI transcribes
Word-level timestamps in seconds
3
Detects viral moments
Finds the most compelling clips
4
Ready to post
Vertical clips with subtitles & captions
Built by a creator, for creators
See the clips our users are creating with AutoShorts every day
02 / Choose AutoShorts
Why Creators
Powerful features that set us apart from Submagic
Animated Subtitles
Precise word-by-word animated captions with higher accuracy than Submagic's subtitle engine.
Smart Viral Detection
Multi-model AI identifies the most shareable moments from your transcript automatically.
Lightning Fast Processing
GPU-accelerated cloud processing returns your clips in minutes, not hours.
Pay Only for What You Use
No monthly fees — buy credits when you need them. Credits never expire, unlike Submagic's subscription plans.
Multi-Platform Ready
Export perfectly formatted videos for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and more.
Competitor
AutoShorts
~5 minUp to 9× faster processing
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about switching from Submagic to AutoShorts
AutoShorts uses face tracking that keeps the speaker centred, offers more accurate word-level subtitles, and a flexible pay-per-use model instead of monthly subscriptions.
Yes. AutoShorts uses faster-whisper for word-level timestamp alignment, producing more accurately timed animated captions than Submagic's subtitle system.
AutoShorts uses pay-per-use credits starting at $6.99 for 10 credits with no expiration. Submagic requires a monthly subscription starting at $14/month.
Yes! Every new account gets 3 free clips to test the platform. No credit card required to sign up.
Absolutely. Paste any YouTube URL and AutoShorts will download, transcribe, and generate optimized short clips automatically.
Ready to Make Better Shorts?
Join creators who switched from Submagic to AutoShorts for superior face tracking, better subtitles, and flexible pricing.
No credit card required — 3 free clips included