Affordable Transcription Pricing
Pay only for the minutes you use. No hidden fees, no wasted subscriptions.
Minutes are rounded up to the next minute.
Minutes reset monthly when your subscription renews.
How Pay-Per-Minute Transcription Works
Simple, predictable pricing that saves you money
What Counts as a Minute
One minute of audio or video equals one transcription minute. A 47-minute podcast uses 47 minutes. Simple.
Why Uploads Save Money
Unlike always-on meeting bots that charge for idle time, you only pay when you actually transcribe something.
Who Benefits Most
Podcasters, students, journalists, researchers — anyone who uploads recordings rather than needing live capture.
Popular Use Cases
Podcast Transcription
Turn episodes into show notes, blog posts, and social quotes
Learn MoreLecture Transcription
Students: transcribe a 1-hour lecture for less than $0.50
Learn MoreInterview Transcription
Journalists & researchers: speaker detection separates voices automatically
Learn MoreDaily Transcription
Calculate your daily usage costs with our pay-per-minute calculator
Learn MoreEverything Included in Every Plan
How We Compare
NovaScribe vs typical subscription transcription tools
| Feature | NovaScribe | Typical Subscription Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | Monthly plans with minute allocations | Flat monthly fee |
| 1,000 minutes cost | $5 | $15-25/mo |
| Speaker Detection | Often extra cost | |
| Export Formats | 5 formats | 1-2 formats |
| Language Support | 99 languages | Varies |
Need to estimate costs for a large project?
Use our cost calculatorFrequently Asked Questions
How does pay-per-minute transcription work?
You subscribe to a plan and receive a set number of transcription minutes each month. When you upload audio or video, we deduct the duration from your balance. You only pay for what you use.
Do unused minutes carry over?
Minutes reset each month when your subscription renews. You get a fresh allocation at the start of each billing cycle.
Can I change my plan later?
Yes, you can upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time. When you switch plans, your new minute allocation takes effect immediately.
What happens if I run out of minutes?
Your existing transcriptions remain accessible, but you won't be able to create new ones until your subscription renews or you upgrade to a higher plan.
Is there a free trial?
Yes! When you sign up, you get 30 free minutes to try the service. No credit card required to start.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) through our secure payment processor, Stripe.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, you can cancel your subscription at any time. You'll keep access until the end of your current billing period. No cancellation fees.