Remote interview shows
Capture separate host and guest tracks that can be mixed or repaired independently after a remote podcast or video interview.
Independent tool overview
Riverside at a glance
Riverside is a browser and mobile production platform for remotely recording separate local audio and video tracks, then editing, repurposing, hosting, streaming or publishing the result.
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- Primary use
- Remote podcast, video and webinar production
- Recording method
- Separate local tracks uploaded to Riverside
- Maximum video
- Up to 4K on paid plans
- Maximum audio
- Up to 48 kHz on paid plans
- Session participants
- Up to 10 on the Free plan
- Entry price
- Free; Pro starts at $29 monthly
- Apps
- Web, macOS, iOS and Android
Overview
What Riverside is
Riverside combines remote recording, editing and distribution in one workspace. Each participant records a high-quality local track on their own device while the session is uploaded, reducing the effect that a weak live connection has on the final source files.
The platform now extends well beyond podcast capture: it includes transcript-based editing, an AI Co-Creator, clips, audio cleanup, captions, live streaming, webinar tools and podcast hosting. Paid plans unlock 4K recording, 48 kHz audio, watermark removal and larger separate-track download allowances.
Local recording improves source quality but does not eliminate production risk. Hosts should run device tests, monitor upload completion, keep backups where possible and obtain participant consent for recording, transcription and AI processing.
Use cases
Who Riverside is best for
The strongest fit depends on the job you need the product to complete, not the size of its feature list.
Creator repurposing workflows
Turn a long recording into edited episodes, transcripts, captions, show notes and short clips in the same workspace.
Live and webinar teams
Use higher tiers for multistreaming, audience interaction, registration and lead-generation workflows.
Capabilities
Core Riverside features
Local multitrack recording
Records each participant on their own device and uploads separate high-quality tracks instead of relying only on the compressed live-call feed.
Transcript-based editor
Edits audio and video through the transcript, with tools for removing silences or filler words and creating captions.
AI Co-Creator
Provides chat-guided editing and repurposing assistance for turning recordings into finished assets.
Magic tools
Includes Magic Clips for short-form excerpts and plan-dependent tools such as Magic Audio, eye-gaze correction and AI thumbnails.
Podcast hosting and publishing
Paid plans host one or more shows and distribute episodes to podcast directories and supported publishing destinations.
Live production
Grow adds 1080p live streaming, multistreaming, omnichat, call-ins, overlays and backstage speaker controls.
Webinars and enterprise control
Higher tiers add branded registration, reminders, engagement, analytics, integrations, larger audiences, producer controls, roles, SSO and API access.
Process
How the Riverside workflow works
Step 1
Get informed consent
Tell every participant what will be recorded, transcribed, edited, published and processed by AI, and capture any consent required by law or contract.
Step 2
Run a device test
Check microphone, camera, lighting, browser support, storage, permissions and network conditions before the real session.
Step 3
Record separate local tracks
Monitor participant status during the session and avoid overloading devices with unnecessary tabs or applications.
Step 4
Wait for every upload
Keep Riverside open until each track reaches 100%; do not clear browser data while a local recording is still pending.
Step 5
Edit and verify
Review transcript edits, AI clips, captions, names, quotes and audio cleanup against the source before exporting or publishing.
Cost
Riverside pricing and free plan
Riverside offers a permanent Free tier plus paid web plans. Paid recording is unlimited, but downloading separate studio-quality participant tracks has a monthly hour allowance on self-serve plans. Annual prices below are monthly equivalents billed for a year.
Free
$0
Unlimited basic recording and editing for testing the workflow.
- Up to 720p video and 44.1 kHz audio
- Two hours of separate track downloads, one time
- Includes text-based editing, Co-Creator and Magic Clips
- Exports retain a Riverside watermark
Pro
$29/month or $24/month annually
For one polished podcast or video production workspace.
- One studio and 15 separate-track download hours per month
- Up to 4K video and 48 kHz audio with no watermark
- Includes Magic Audio, eye-gaze correction and speaker-aware transcription
- Includes hosting and distribution for one podcast
Grow
$39/month or $34/month annually
Adds audience growth, another studio and live production.
- Two studios and 20 separate-track download hours per month
- Includes Pro features plus AI thumbnails
- Hosts two podcasts
- Adds 1080p live streaming and multistreaming
Webinar
$99/month or $79/month annually
For structured lead-generation webinars.
- Three studios and 25 separate-track download hours per month
- Webinars for up to 100 registrants
- Includes registration, reminders, polls, Q&A and analytics
- Adds HubSpot integration
Business
Custom
For larger production teams needing control, security and scale.
- Unlimited studios and separate-track downloads
- Webinars for up to 10,000 registrants
- Adds workspaces, custom roles, collaborative editing and Producer Mode
- Includes API access, SSO, enterprise integrations and dedicated support
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Assessment
Riverside strengths and limitations
Where it stands out
- Local participant recording can preserve much better source quality than recording only the live call stream.
- Separate tracks give editors independent control over each speaker's audio and video.
- Recording, editing, clips, hosting, live streaming and webinars can live in one production system.
- A permanent free plan lets teams test guest experience and editing before committing.
- Current self-serve prices and separate-track hour limits are publicly documented.
- Browser and mobile guest access reduce the setup burden for remote participants.
What to consider
- Local quality depends on each participant's camera, microphone, device performance, storage and browser or app behavior.
- A track is not safely available for playback or download until its upload and processing finish; closing the session or clearing browser data too early creates recovery risk.
- Poor internet may not reduce the final local file quality, but it can still disrupt the live conversation and delay or prevent upload completion.
- Self-serve paid plans limit monthly separate-track downloads even though recording and editing are described as unlimited.
- Free exports are limited to 720p and include a Riverside watermark.
- AI translations, B-roll and animated clips use separate AI credits; included credits and top-up costs should be checked in the account.
- Transcripts, captions, clips, eye-gaze changes and audio cleanup can introduce errors or unnatural edits and require review against the source.
- Riverside's current terms say it may use inputs and outputs to improve its own AI models, while Business customers may negotiate a written opt-out; privacy-sensitive teams need to review this before uploading recordings.
- Customers are responsible for participant notice and consent, lawful recording, music and media rights, and the accuracy and clearance of AI output.
- Features, export formats and alignment behavior can differ between browser, macOS and mobile recordings.
Compare
Riverside alternatives
The right alternative depends on the specific output, workflow, controls and budget your project requires.
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Captions
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Riverside FAQs
What is Riverside used for?
Riverside records remote podcasts, video interviews, live streams and webinars, then provides editing, clipping, hosting and publishing tools.
Does Riverside record locally?
Yes. Each participant's high-quality track is recorded on their device and uploaded separately. The live call still depends on the connection, and every upload must finish before the source is secure.
Is Riverside free?
Yes. The Free plan has no time limit and includes unlimited basic recording and editing, but separate-track downloads are limited to the first two hours, video is capped at 720p and exports include a watermark.
How much does Riverside cost?
As checked on August 31, 2026, Pro is $29 monthly, Grow is $39 and Webinar is $99. Annual equivalents are $24, $34 and $79 per month respectively. Business pricing is custom.
Can Riverside record in 4K?
Paid plans support up to 4K, but actual quality depends on studio settings and each participant's device and camera.
What happens when separate-track hours run out?
The account can keep recording and access existing content, but it cannot download new individual studio-quality tracks until the allowance resets or the plan is upgraded.
Does Riverside use recordings to train AI?
Its July 2026 terms and privacy policy say Riverside may use content data, inputs and outputs to train or improve its own AI systems. Business customers may opt out through a written agreement; confirm the applicable account terms before recording sensitive material.
Do guests need a Riverside account?
Guests can normally join a studio from an invitation link without creating an account, but they still need a compatible device, browser or app and must grant camera and microphone permissions.
Bottom line
Our Riverside verdict
Riverside is a strong all-in-one choice when remote source quality and fast repurposing matter more than a traditional editing suite. The key buying checks are separate-track hours, team roles and privacy terms; the key production discipline is making sure every local track finishes uploading before anyone clears data or leaves the workflow.
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