→How to Migrate from ElevenLabs to Synthesia (Step-by-Step)
Last updated: April 2026
Migrating from ElevenLabs to Synthesia represents a strategic shift from voice-only AI to comprehensive video creation. While ElevenLabs excels at realistic text-to-speech synthesis, Synthesia transforms text into complete videos with AI avatars, making it ideal for corporate training, marketing, and scalable content production. This guide covers the complete migration process, including data transfer strategies, feature mapping between platforms, and practical steps to transition your workflow. You'll learn how to leverage Synthesia's visual capabilities while maintaining the audio quality you expect from ElevenLabs, ensuring a smooth transition to video-first content creation.
Estimated Timeline
solo user
2-3 days for content audit and recreation of key projects
small team
1-2 weeks including team training and workflow adjustment
enterprise
3-4 weeks for comprehensive migration, integration, and process redesign
Migration Steps
Audit Your ElevenLabs Content and Workflow
easySet Up Your Synthesia Account and Workspace
easyMap ElevenLabs Voices to Synthesia Avatars
mediumConvert Audio Projects to Video Scripts
mediumRecreate Priority Projects in Synthesia
mediumIntegrate Synthesia into Your Production Workflow
hardArchive and Transition from ElevenLabs
easyFeature Mapping
| ElevenLabs | Synthesia Equivalent | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Text-to-Speech Voice Generation | AI Avatar Video Creation | Synthesia creates complete videos with speaking avatars rather than just audio output |
| Voice Cloning Technology | Pre-built Avatar Library | Synthesia offers 160+ pre-made avatars but doesn't support custom voice cloning like ElevenLabs |
| Voice Realism Controls | Avatar Performance Settings | Synthesia controls avatar expressions and gestures instead of vocal characteristics |
| Audio File Export | Video File Export | Synthesia outputs complete video files (MP4) rather than standalone audio |
| Multi-language Voice Support | 130+ Language Avatars | Synthesia avatars speak multiple languages with proper lip-sync |
| API Access | API Integration | Both platforms offer API access but for different output types (audio vs video) |
| Speech Fine-tuning | Text Timing Controls | Synthesia focuses on visual timing and scene transitions rather than vocal nuances |
| Freemium Access | Paid Subscription Model | Synthesia requires paid plans while ElevenLabs offers free tier |
Data Transfer Guide
Exporting data from ElevenLabs involves downloading your generated audio files and saving voice settings documentation. Use ElevenLabs' download functionality to save MP3 or WAV files of your audio outputs. For voice cloning projects, document the settings and characteristics since Synthesia doesn't support custom voice import. Import into Synthesia requires creating new video projects: upload your scripts as text, select appropriate avatars from their library, and configure video settings. There's no direct data transfer between platforms, so you'll need to manually recreate projects in Synthesia's video editor. Organize exported files by project before beginning the recreation process in Synthesia.