PlayHT vs Murf AI

Play.ht is a powerful tool for creating realistic AI voices that suit a range of needs, from conversational AI and content narration to custom brand voices. It combines ease of use, speed, and high-quality output to help you connect with your audience effectively.

Here’s why creators, developers, and businesses trust Play.ht over Murf AI:

  • Offers lightning-fast <130ms latency.
  • Achieve precise voice cloning with minimal input.
  • Supports secure on-premise deployments.
  • Optimized for multi-turn conversational AI.
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Why Choose PlayHT Over Murf AI?

Choose PlayHT for affordable, high-quality text-to-speech with versatile voice options, while Murf AI focuses on simpler TTS capabilities with fewer advanced features.

Features Play.ht Murf AI
Languages Supported PlayHT supports 142+ languages with multiple voices per language, while Murf AI offers significantly fewer. Check Remove
Latency (TTFB) PlayHT delivers ultra-low latency at ~130 ms TTFB, ensuring real-time responsiveness, whereas Murf AI has higher latency. Check Remove
Conversational AI PlayHT's PlayDialog beta model enables seamless, multi-turn conversations with natural prosody and emotion, which Murf AI lacks. Check Remove
Voice Quality Both platforms provide realistic voices, but we offer finer intonation control for enhanced expressiveness. Check Check
Customization Options We allow detailed control over speed, pitch, tone, emphasis, and pauses. Check Check
Voice Cloning Our technology achieves highly accurate voice cloning in just seconds, making it indistinguishable from a real human, whereas Murf AI requires longer samples with lower precision. Check Remove
Alphanumeric Accuracy We are optimized for precise articulation of numbers, codes, and sequences, an area where Murf AI is less accurate. Check Remove
Expressiveness Our voices deliver emotional depth, dynamic intonation, and natural pacing, whereas Murf AI offers only basic emotional expression. Check Remove
Multilingual Voices We provide diverse male and female voices across multiple languages. Check Check
On-Premise Deployment PlayHT supports secure on-premise deployment for enterprises Check Remove
Free Plan Our superior free plan includes 12,500 characters, while Murf AI provides fewer free minutes. Check Remove
Cost Efficiency We offer cost-effective scalability for both startups and enterprises. Check Remove
Streaming Support PlayHT enables real-time voice streaming via WebSockets API, a feature that Murf AI does not support effectively. Check Remove
AI Podcast Creation The PlayNote tool converts text, PDFs, and files into high-quality podcasts, while Murf AI lacks a similar feature. Check Remove
Accuracy in Key Use Cases We are trusted for content creation, customer service, gaming, and healthcare, whereas Murf AI has limited adaptability. Check Remove
Developer Tools Our API provides robust access and detailed guides for seamless integration, while Murf AI has only basic developer tools. Check Remove
Accent and Dialect Support PlayHT covers a wider range of regional accents and dialects than any other AI voice provider in the industry. Check Remove
Pronunciation Accuracy Both platforms offer pronunciation adjustments, but we include advanced IPA support for precise phonetics. Check Check
Real-Time Accuracy Our system instantly adapts to text changes for real-time applications, while Murf AI has limited real-time adjustments. Check Remove
Scalability We are the preferred AI voice solution for startups and enterprises, offering unmatched scalability, unlike Murf AI. Check Remove

Voice Quality

Play.ht Samples

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  • Sample Voice

    Expressive, Clear, Natural

    4.9

Murf AI Samples

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  • Sample Voice

    Expressive, Clear, Natural

    4.7

Testimonials

Discover what our clients have to say about their experiences. Hear firsthand accounts of how our services have made a positive impact, showcasing trust, professionalism.

Play.ht impresses me with its extensive selection of lifelike voices, offering a range of accents and languages that truly elevate my/our content. The interface is intuitive, making it easy to convert text to speech seamlessly. This variety and ease of use are invaluable for creating diverse and engaging audio content. It´s perfect that each week it seems they add more voices and more languages.

Peter E.G2

The AI voices are very natural sounding and are of high quality. With the ability to add another speaker, I am able to make dialogues between 2 people. I especially like the 'preview paragraph' feature to make the voices sound even more natural.

John Michael A.G2

Excellent way to be able to create e-training audio tracks that can be updated easily without needing to re-record.

Duncan F.G2

What Makes Play.ht Stand Out Compared to Murf AI?

Wider Language and Voice Support

Play.ht supports 142+ languages with multiple male and female voice options, while Murf AI supports only 20+ languages, limiting its suitability for global users.

Fast Real-Time Performance with Precision

Play.ht delivers ~130ms latency, ideal for real-time conversational AI and live voiceovers. Play 3.0 Mini, optimized for alphanumeric accuracy, ensures precise pronunciation of critical details like phone numbers and dates, with a lightweight design for low-latency, cost-efficient, and self-hosted use.

Advanced Conversational AI with PlayDialog

PlayDialog, Play.ht’s large AI voice model, provides accurate prosody, conversational tone, and emotional depth for narrations, podcasts, and dubbing. In blind tests with 1,200 users, it was preferred 8 out of 10 times over competitors for emotion, quality, and accuracy. Murf AI lacks equivalent models.

High-Accuracy Voice Cloning

Play.ht clones voices with just 10 seconds of input audio, producing results almost indistinguishable from the original. Murf AI requires longer input and offers less precise results, making Play.ht better suited for professional projects.

Enterprise-Grade Deployment

Play.ht supports secure on-premise deployment, giving businesses full control over their data. Combined with compliance tools and SSO, it ensures enterprise-level security and scalability. Murf AI does not offer on-premise deployment, limiting its utility for organizations with strict data requirements.

Robust Developer Integration

Play.ht offers APIs, WebSocket-based real-time streaming, and seamless integration for custom workflows. Play 3.0 Mini supports cloud and self-hosted deployments, allowing flexible implementation. Murf AI’s developer tools are more limited, reducing its suitability for complex use cases.

PlayHT vs Murf AI Pricing

Compare PlayHT vs Murf AI subscription plans and pricing. Please check each website for the most updated information.

Play.ht Pricing Murf AI Pricing
Free Plan: $0/month12,500 characters/month, 1 voice clone, access to all voices & languages, no attribution Free Plan: $0/month10 minutes of voice generation, 2 projects, no downloads, no commercial rights
Creator Plan: $31.20/month (billed annually)3M characters/year, 10 voice clones, attribution-free use Lite Plan: $19/month (billed annually $228)24 hours/year, 5 projects, unlimited downloads, Canva integration, commercial rights
Unlimited Plan: $49/month (billed annually)Unlimited characters, unlimited voice clones, commercial use Plus Plan: $66/month (billed annually $792)96 hours/year, 50 projects, AI voice changer, business license, commercial use
Enterprise Plan: Custom PricingUnlimited usage, advanced compliance, SSO, team access Enterprise Plan: Custom PricingUnlimited voice generation, custom editors, collaboration tools, AI translation, security features

Here’s How This Could Work for You

Say you’re building a voice application and need high-quality voice generation and cloning to meet your goals. Let’s compare what you’d spend:

Play.ht Unlimited Plan Murf AI Plus Plan
MONTHLY $49/monthYou’d get unlimited characters, unlimited voice clones, and commercial use for any use case. $66/monthYou’d get 8 hours of voice generation (~96 hours/year), AI voice changer, and commercial rights. Overages will increase costs.
SIX MONTHS $294For six months of unlimited characters and unlimited voice clones, no hidden costs. $396For six months (~48 hours of voice generation), with potential overages for additional usage.
YEARLY $588Unlimited characters, unlimited clones, and a fixed price for the entire year. $79296 total hours of voice generation for the year. Overages will increase costs if more hours are needed.

Why Play.ht is a Better Fit

Play.ht’s plans are designed to scale effortlessly without the pressure of character, credit, or usage limits.

Voice Quality That Engages

Lower Costs

Play.ht’s Unlimited Plan is significantly more affordable than Murf AI’s Plus Plan and offers truly unlimited usage.

Instant Voice Cloning

Unlimited Usage

Play.ht allows unlimited characters and unlimited voice clones, while Murf AI restricts voice generation to a maximum of 96 hours per year with additional charges for overages.

Tailored for Enterprises

Enterprise-Ready

For large organizations, Play.ht provides more robust options with team access, advanced compliance, SSO, and custom terms, ensuring seamless scaling for enterprise needs.

In one year of running your business, you could spend:

  • $588 on Play.ht Unlimited Plan (unlimited characters, clones, and commercial use).
  • $792 on Murf AI Plus Plan (96 hours/year, with overage fees if usage exceeds this limit).

Choosing Play.ht could save you $204 or more annually while offering unlimited usage, superior flexibility, and scalability for your projects.