4+ Free Speech-to-Text API Tools
5 of the 6 tools in this category have a free plan. Each offers a free tier beside paid plans.
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Speechmatics
freemiumSpeechmatics offers advanced AI speech technology delivering high-accuracy, low-latency speech-to-text and text-to-speech services across 55+ languages. Designed for enterprises with global reach, it supports real-time transcription, multilingual conversations, and speaker diarization, enabling powerful voice AI agents and live captioning. The platform ensures enterprise-grade security with flexible deployment options including cloud, on-premises, and on-device.

AssemblyAI
freemiumAssemblyAI offers state-of-the-art speech-to-text and speech understanding AI models designed for developers to build, ship, and scale voice AI applications with high accuracy, multilingual support, and advanced features like speaker diarization and contextual prompting.

Vatis Tech
freemiumVatis Tech is an AI-powered speech-to-text platform built for accuracy-critical use cases. Enterprises, contact centers, broadcasters, and legal teams use our API and transcription software to convert audio and video to structured text — at 99%+ accuracy, in 100+ languages. Standout capabilities include Romanian and EU

Transcribe Video to Text
freemiumTranscribe Video to Text is a free, AI-powered video and audio transcription tool built for accuracy and ease. Upload any video or audio file (MP4, MOV, WebM, MP3, WAV, M4A, and 20+ more) and get a clean, accurate transcript in seconds — no software to install, no signup required to try. Key features: • 99% accuracy

Deepgram
freemiumDeepgram offers advanced voice AI solutions including speech-to-text, text-to-speech, and a unified Voice Agent API that integrates conversational AI with real-time transcription and natural voice synthesis. It supports over 36 languages with ultra-low latency, high accuracy, and customizable models tailored for industries like healthcare, customer support, and media. Trusted by enterprises and startups, Deepgram enables scalable, secure, and cost-effective voice AI experiences through flexible cloud and self-hosted deployments.
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Which speech-to-text API has the lowest hourly rate?
AssemblyAI offers the lowest stated hourly rate, starting at $0.15/hr on its Pay As You Go plan. Speechmatics starts higher, at $0.24/per hour on its Pro plan. Teams on strict usage budgets should pick AssemblyAI to process recorded audio for less.
Which speech-to-text tool offers a fixed monthly subscription?
Vatis Tech offers a Basic plan at 10$/monthly, and Transcribe Video to Text provides a Pro plan at $12 / per month. Choose Vatis Tech if you need EU-compliant meeting transcription. Choose Transcribe Video to Text if you need fast transcripts across 100+ languages.
Can I test speech analytics APIs for free?
Deepgram offers a free $200 credit on its pay-as-you-go plan to test audio intelligence and real-time models. Gladia covers speech analytics too, but it is paid only and requires contacting sales for pricing. Pick Deepgram if you want to experiment right away without talking to a sales rep.
How do free plans compare between Speechmatics and Deepgram?
Speechmatics provides a recurring Free tier at $0/per month. Deepgram instead gives a one-time $200 credit that converts to pay-as-you-go billing once spent. Pick Speechmatics if you want a zero-cost tier every month. Pick Deepgram if you want a larger initial balance to trial voice agents.