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A speech AI platform with fast, accurate transcription APIs for developers.
Deepgram is a speech AI platform with fast, accurate transcription APIs for developers. Its Nova-3 model transcribes pre-recorded audio at $0.0043 a minute and streaming audio at $0.0077 a minute, with support for more than 36 languages. It is known for low latency, which makes it popular for voice agents and live captioning.
Key Features
- Fast speech-to-text API with Nova-3
- Real-time streaming transcription
- $200 free credit, no card required
- 36+ languages supported
- Text-to-speech and voice agents too
- Low latency for live applications
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Free Credit | $0 | $200 in free credits, no card required; covers over 700 hours of Nova-3 transcription. |
| Nova-3 Batch | $0.0043/min | Pre-recorded transcription with the Nova-3 model, billed per minute. |
| Nova-3 Streaming | $0.0077/min | Real-time streaming transcription with the Nova-3 model, billed per minute. |
Prices as listed in 2026 research. Always check the official site for the latest price — plans change. Free plan: Yes — it has a free plan.
Best for: developers who need fast, low-latency transcription for real-time and batch use.
Popular with: Developers, Business Owners
Popular with: Developers, Business Owners
How it works
A $200 free credit with no card required lets you transcribe tens of thousands of minutes before paying, which is one of the most generous free offers among speech APIs. Deepgram also offers text-to-speech and voice agent tools, so it can cover both sides of a voice product.
Deepgram is a top choice for developers building voice agents, live transcription, or batch processing at scale. The API is fast and well documented, and the free credit is enough to build and test a real product. For a one-off transcript, a consumer tool is simpler, but for production speech AI, Deepgram is hard to beat.
Pros and Cons
✓ Pros
- Very generous $200 free credit
- Fast, low-latency transcription
- Strong real-time streaming support
- Good documentation and tooling
✗ Cons
- Developer-focused; no simple consumer app
- Free tier is a one-time $200 credit, not a permanent plan
- Add-ons like diarization cost extra
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Deepgram free?
Yes — Deepgram has a free plan. Free $200 credit; Nova-3 from $0.0043/min
What is Deepgram best for?
developers who need fast, low-latency transcription for real-time and batch use.
What kind of tool is Deepgram?
Deepgram is a Transcription tool on VerlumoAI.
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