Not all video creators want to be on camera. Faceless channels are rising fast, and AI tools make them easier than ever. Here’s how Pictory, Synthesia, and InVideo compare for Indian creators.
India Snapshot
| Tool | INR / Month |
Best Feature |
Weakness | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pictory | ~₹850–₹1,700 | Blog/script-to-video, captions |
Limited avatars | Faceless YouTube/ news channels |
| Synthesia | ~₹2,000+ | Realistic AI avatars & voices |
Expensive, robotic tone | Training, explainers, corporates |
| InVideo | ~₹1,000+ | 5000+ templates, stock media |
Limited AI automation | Reels, Shorts, promo videos |
- Payments: Cards, Razorpay resellers for UPI/EMI.
- GST invoices: Yes, for all paid plans.
Want to grow a faceless channel? Try Pictory for blogs, Synthesia for avatars, or InVideo for Reels.
Deep Dive
Pictory: Blog-to-Video Champion
- Converts blog URLs or scripts into videos with captions.
- Best for faceless channels sharing news or educational explainers.
- Affordable at Standard (~₹850).
Synthesia: Avatar Storytelling
- Creates realistic AI presenters.
- Perfect for training modules, corporate explainers, or multilingual lessons.
- Expensive but powerful for formal faceless content.
InVideo: Social Media Speed
- Thousands of templates for Reels/Shorts.
- Best for Indian SMBs, affiliate marketers, and influencers who want speed.
- Slightly limited for long-form content.
Pros and Cons
Pictory
- Affordable.
- Blog/script import saves time.
- No avatars.
Synthesia
- Realistic avatars and voices.
- Multilingual support.
- Higher pricing.
InVideo
- Huge template library.
- Social-first focus.
- Less AI-driven than Pictory.
Quick Checklist for Indian Faceless Creators
- Explainers/news channels → Pictory.
- Corporate training → Synthesia.
- Reels/affiliate promos → InVideo.
- Claim GST invoices for all.
- Test trial plans before scaling.
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