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ELAN vs Rev AI
Both stand on transcription software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacWindows
ELAN provides detailed, time-aligned annotation tools for audio and video, with a free version for three desktop operating systems. Check media compatibility for the operating system in use, and note the stated limit of four linked videos per document.
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Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+2
Rev AI offers API-based transcription with speaker identification, timestamps, and several export formats. Review the listed language coverage and service-specific prices before choosing a transcription or language option.
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| ELAN | Rev AI | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | See the plans |
| Plans published | None | 15 |
| Maker | ELAN | Rev AI |
| Website | archive.mpi.nl | rev.ai |
| On transcription software | #16 of 46 | #37 of 46 |
ELAN: what it does well
- Free, with Windows, macOS, and Linux distributions
- Supports unlimited textual annotations
- Aligns annotations with media time and hierarchical tiers
- Annotation text supports Unicode
- Includes manuals, guides, a forum, and support desk
What to know first
- A document can link up to four video files
- Media compatibility depends on the operating system
- REFI export is described as a one-time integration
Rev AI: what it does well
- API supports speaker identification and timestamps
- Exports TXT, JSON, SRT, and VTT
- Free plan is listed
- Foreign-language transcription covers 57+ languages
What to know first
- Listed supported languages: 1
- Several language services have a 15-second minimum