Riverside Reviews & Product Details

Riverside has made podcast and other video production simple and I come at this with ZERO experience. I can use it along, with my team or 3rd parties without issue - even when some parties are on a mobile phone.

I love the AI tools and editting features, as they allow me to enhance and refine my videos without needing to do many takes or retakes. And with the easy premade layouts, I can quickly format my footage into vertical and horizontal videos for YouTube shorts and main videos. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

My dislike is simply not dedicating more time to watching their YouTube channel to learn more about how I can use the product to make better videos for my small business. But, that's really my issue, not an issue for Riverside. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It works...

I came from Descript, I like them for their editing tools which are admittedly slightly more granular, however the program was constantly updating and the UI was always in flux and that hampered my ability really lock in a workflow.

With Riverside, the granularity is not completely present but the areas that are missing are negligible and i can work with them. I already have a workflow down and have only recorded on the platform four times. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

1. I cant do much with segment transitions, id like the ability to create and save transitions to my brand in the same way i can insert intro and outtro.

2. I would like to see the addition of sound keys added to the music part of the editor. I want to have the granularity to set specific time points where i want the music loud and where i want it quiet. I understand i can do this in a more robust tool like audition, but, if im paying for an editor like Riverside then I would hope to have basic features like sound keys.

3. Live Stream capabilities are not as straightforward when going live on FB nor do they support going live on platforms like tiktok. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I love how easy it is to set up a recording and invite others to join you. Their AI tools are super easy to implement, making editing a breeze and making it easy to put out a professional-sounding product. I use Riverside now multiple times a week to record shows, and it's integrated effortlessly into my work process. The one time I've had to contact customer support, they were quick to respond and help me with the issue. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I wish that their mobile app were a bit more friendly when it comes to setting up things on the run. There have been times when I wanted to set up a future recording and send the guest the invite from the mobile app, but you can't do that. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I’m truly impressed with Riverside and the way it keeps getting better. When I first started, I knew nothing about video editing, but I quickly became skilled enough that people now reach out to me because of the visibility I’ve gained. Riverside has opened up several new professional opportunities for me and has helped me share my message with new customers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Probably the only thing I might say that I dislike about Riverside is that because of the new continuous offerings there’s always something new to learn but I realize that’s a completely softball answer. It’s really great. I’m really impressed with them. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The audio and video quality are consistently excellent, and being able to use my iPhone as my main camera while routing audio through my Rodecaster Pro has been a complete game-changer. Once the workflow is set, Riverside gives me a polished, professional look without needing a full studio. I also appreciate that the team listens to user feedback, it feels like a platform that’s actually evolving with creators, not against them. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There’s a noticeable learning curve, especially when switching from other platforms. Some workflows like getting my iPhone set as the main camera without ending up in a split screen can feel a little confusing at first. A few features could be more intuitive or streamlined so creators don’t have to hunt through menus or community posts to figure things out. Once everything is set up, it works well, but getting there isn’t always straightforward. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As a new podcaster, I committed my research to finding a podcast editing platform that provided simplicity and convenience for me as a user. I needed a platform that integrated AI along and one where tutorials were easily accessible; Riverside has provided all of this for me. Access to the Riverside Youtube channel has guided me through the process of recording, editing, and posting my podcast, and when I need an additional pick-me-up I review live broadcast that allow me to grow as a user! While I'm a novice podcaster, Riverside has allowed me to transition my idea of hosting a podcast to posting my very first episode within 2 weeks!!! Riverside continues to listen to user feedback, implement changes that enhance the user experience, and I have yet to find myself in a situation within the platform that has hindered my growth:) Lastly, the customer support has been exemplary! I use Riverside almost every day as I work to drop weekly podcasts, and in the only time I needed support they were timely, kind, and resolved my self-inflicted problem with ease, while assuring me throughout the process. Thank you! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As a believer in constructive criticism, I have yet to experience a dislike within the platform. A desire would be to have more versatile music tracks with longer run times:) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I have been using Riverside for around three years to manage two podcasts. Over that time, I have recommended the platform to several new podcasters. Riverside is reliable and packed with useful features. The built-in AI does an excellent job cleaning up audio, and being able to edit video directly from the transcript has truly changed the way I work. As someone with only basic editing skills, Riverside helps me achieve a professional level of production. I also feel that I have only begun to explore everything Riverside has to offer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

At this stage, there isn't much to comment on. I do wish they offered integration with Buzzsprout, or at least included all of Buzzsprout's features, so I could manage everything within a single platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I've been using Riverside.fm for both my podcast and daily affirmation videos, and I can honestly say it's transformed the quality of my content. Before discovering this platform, my recordings looked completely amateur—but Riverside changed all that.

The difference has been remarkable. What once felt like homemade content now has a professional polish that genuinely resonates with my audience. People aren't just watching or listening anymore—they're actually benefiting from what I'm creating, and that means everything to me.

The platform is reliable, and delivers the kind of quality that makes you feel proud to hit publish. The improvement in production value has been so significant that it even caught the attention of Dr. Bredesen, which was an incredible validation of how far my content has come. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The learning curve has been challenging for me. Not because the solution is not intuitive. I just don't have as much time as I would like to get to that expert level. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Although the feature set is packed with impressive technology and powerful tools, the learning curve remains gentle, largely due to the excellent tutorials provided. Even as you are getting started, you can create your first podcast right out of the box, while Riverside continues to work its magic behind the scenes. The improved video quality, made possible by importing localized video, leads to even better final results. I really love it! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Without a producer, it might take a bit to grow comfortable with managing overlays, media intros, etc. But within the first couple podcasts, it becomes second nature. I would be hard pressed to think of things I don't like about this platform! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I love how simple it is to utilize the platform! I came in as a complete newbie and was very quickly able to pick things up and get episodes published. The AI capabilities are also a big help with editing content. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Not a dislike but more of a want for the future, I’d love for the system to be able to record multiple microphones. I know it just updated to 2 but eventually I’d love it to be able to do even more. I’d also love to edit the magic clips intuitively as I have 2 hosts but one camera so the clips are always right in the middle and getting half of each of us. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.