Deepgram
Best for quick, free transcription of audio and video.
At a glance
Starts at
$0.04 per minute
Price from the vendor's pricing page, September 2026.
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web
Best for
Quick transcriptions
Not for
Industry experts with technical jargon
4.0 out of 5
Scored by a Toolio reviewer after real useOur verdict
Deepgram's tool easily converts speech to text in over 30 languages. It’s perfect for students or professionals needing accurate transcripts but falls short on complex speech recognition tasks.
✓What it does well
Multiple language supportSupports over 36 languages and dialects for versatile use.
Easy to use interfaceSimple process: select your audio or YouTube link, start transcribing instantly.
Free of chargeNo cost for using the tool, perfect for occasional transcription needs.
✕Where it falls short
Limited accuracy with highly technical speechDoes not handle very complex or industry-specific jargon well.
Doesn’t support real-time audio input directlyRequires uploading files; cannot transcribe live audio in-app.
No mobile app availableCannot be used on a phone or tablet for transcription tasks.
Key features
Multi-language supportOver 36 languages and dialects supported.
YouTube video transcriptionConvert YouTube links to text easily.
Real-time conversation transcriptionTranscribe live conversations accurately and quickly.
Real-time transcription capabilityCan transcribe live audio directly within the app