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About Hour One

Hour One provides an AI-powered video generator featuring engaging, photo-realistic virtual presenters. It is the ideal solution for any organization that needs to create effective product video content easily, quickly, and...

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Value for Money
4.2
Functionality
4.5
Ease of Use
4.5
Customer Support
4

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Allison
Allison
  • Industry: Wholesale
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for Free Trial
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Functionality
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5
Reviewed on 03/05/2024

Changing the game

Pros

I loved the chatbot it really had a beautiful interface

Cons

I’m a sucker for free products and don’t usually like investing money but this seemed worth it

Response from Hour One AI

Thank you so much for your review. Come by to check the latest updates to Hour One.

Replied 06/05/2024
Lassi
  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Functionality
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
0

4
Reviewed on 22/05/2024

Very good for training videos

Very easy way to generate videos using AI avatars

Pros

A good library of diverse avatars and voices to begin with
An easy way to generate your own custom avatars
Easy process for putting together videos with scenes

Cons

The avatars can still be sometimes in the "uncanny valley" where they don't quite feel human. So I feel the best use case in training videos or other domains where its not critical to establish a human connection with the video recipient.

Alternatives Considered

Synthesia

Reasons for Switching to Hour One

Similar features but better pricing and in my opinion an easier workflow for creating videos
MARCOS
  • Industry: Marketing & Advertising
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for Free Trial
  • Review Source
Value for Money
3
Functionality
4
Ease of Use
3
Customer Support
2

4
Reviewed on 17/05/2024

Nice to have

Pros

Hour One's user-friendly interface and rapid processing times allow even non-technical users to create professional-looking videos quickly. Features like AI-powered script generation and lifelike avatars enhance creativity and production value, while the software's affordability makes it an attractive option compared to traditional video editing methods.

Cons

Hour One might not be ideal for everyone. While it offers ease of use, speed, and affordability, some users might find limitations in customization and a reliance on AI that restricts creative control. Additionally, the avatars may not be as lifelike as advertised, and the software might have limitations for complex projects. The lack of clear pricing information could also be a deterrent for some.

Response from Hour One AI

Hi Marcos,

Thanks for the review. We fully support customization for our enterprise clients where they can create custom video templates and create their own avatars with the highest quality available.

We enable SMB to signup and purchase the off the shelf features, templates and ready made avatars while the customization is reserved for our Enterprise clients.
feel free to book a meeting with our sales team to learn more.

Replied 20/05/2024

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Rebecca
  • Industry: Cosmetics
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1-5 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Functionality
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5
Reviewed on 17/05/2024

"Hour One: Revolutionizing Video Creation with Personal Avatars and Seamless Multilingual...

Overall, Hour One is an amazing tool, especially considering its reasonable pricing. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to create professional and engaging video content effortlessly.

Pros

I am absolutely thrilled with the Hour One video platform! The user experience is seamless – it's incredibly easy to navigate and use. The feature that allows personal avatars and voices is simply mind-blowing – it adds a personal touch that I haven't seen anywhere else. Plus, the ability to switch between 12 languages and have instant translations is a game-changer.

Cons

On the downside, I wish there were more avatar options available. Currently, only one avatar can be used, which limits its versatility, especially in interview situations where multiple avatars would be ideal.

Response from Hour One AI

Thanks for your review! We actually do support multiple avatars in a video, as you can add a different avatar per scene and edit the video to an 'interview' sort of template. Very soon we will also support multiple avatars per scene. We improve our product constantly and invite you to come by often to check out the upgrades.
Enjoy!

Replied 10/06/2024
Daniel
  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Functionality
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5
Reviewed on 19/04/2024

Essential tool for content creation

10/10 very happy with a tool the whole company like

Pros

Ease of use for anyone
Quality high
Service

Cons

Currently only 60 languages and we want to use more

Response from Hour One AI

Thank you for your review, we are happy to hear you enjoy our platform. New languages are added all the time, and currently we support over 200 dialects. We are always working to improve our product and value feedback from our users. Please let us know how we can better serve you by emailing us at [email protected].

Replied 06/05/2024
Verified Reviewer
  • Industry: Translation & Localization
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Functionality
4
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
4

4
Reviewed on 17/05/2024

A pleasant surprise if you're looking for an easy to use but advanced video presentations...

Quality of Video Output and quality of spoken text was quite extraordinary.

Pros

Easy to use and intuitive interface. Customizable features include different high quality voices in different languages and age groups.

Cons

In some cases the Pronounciation of acronyms or special industry related abbreviations needed to be adapted phonetically which takes some to achieve.

Response from Hour One AI

Thank you for your review! We're pleased to hear that Hour One AI has helped you generate captivating video content more efficiently.

Replied 20/05/2024
Francis
  • Industry: Construction
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
3
Functionality
3
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
3

4
Reviewed on 29/04/2024

Quick reels and good/broad AI features.

Good solid, first time experience. Dont like watermarks for trial

Pros

Ease and speed for creation of good content

Cons

Pricey and limited to number of panes, amount of content each month

Response from Hour One AI

Thank you so much for your review. Our technology is truly revolutionary and can help solve lots of situations while being highly cost-effective .

Replied 06/05/2024
Leonard
Leonard
  • Industry: Telecommunications
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1-5 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
0
Functionality
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
0

5
Reviewed on 20/05/2024

Fantastic video presentation generator

Pros

Hour One makes a video presentation with avatars super easy

Cons

It can take a long time to generate videos

Response from Hour One AI

Thank you for choosing Hour One to create your work video! We're happy to hear that it was easy to use and helped you educate others about your business. We understand your feedback about finding the right voice and the load time, sometimes it takes a few tries to find the best fit between avatar and voice. As for rendering time, you can talk to us on ways to boost it with our paid plans. We appreciate your input!

Replied 23/05/2024
Mathew
  • Industry: Insurance
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1-5 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Functionality
4
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
4

5
Reviewed on 19/04/2024

Review for AutoComp

Pros

It’s straightforward and very easy to utilize.

Cons

There isn’t anything that comes to mind in regards to cons.

Response from Hour One AI

We value your review Mathew. Our customers choose Hour One for a streamlined, high quality and hassle-free video production experience.

Replied 06/05/2024
Bonny
  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Monthly for Free Trial
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Functionality
4
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
4

4
Reviewed on 22/05/2024

Ai generator

Haven't gone further then the trial. Would have gone with it if I had easy access to a green room and recording studio for personalised avatar use.

Pros

Easy to use, cut and paste your text and the character will read it out.

Cons

Difficult to try and set up a personalised avatar

Response from Hour One AI

Thanks for your review, we apricate it very much. We have studio grade personalized avatars included in our Enterprise plan. You may also create a web avatar (lite version), in our Business plan. We welcome you to come and try it out.

Replied 10/06/2024
Benito
  • Industry: Marketing & Advertising
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Monthly for Free Trial
  • Review Source
Value for Money
0
Functionality
5
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
0

5
Reviewed on 22/05/2024

Easy to get started without being a video production expert

Pros

The tool makes it easy to get started without being a video prod. expert. The menus and resources available are easy to understand.

Cons

The free version is limited so depending on your needs, its likely worth it to pay for a full license to really test the entire platform.

Alternatives Considered

Synthesia
11 reviews