Transcription Cost Calculator

Calculate how much it costs to transcribe your audio. Enter your project size and see which NovaScribe plan offers the best value for bulk transcription.

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Bulk Transcription Calculator

Enter your total audio hours to find the most cost-effective plan

Your Project Size

= 60,000 minutes

Quick presets:

Total to transcribe:60,000 min
(1,000 hours)

Recommended Plan

Best Value

Studio Plan

$200

Total cost

$20/month × 10 months

6,000 minutes per month

$0.0033/minute effective rate

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Example: Transcribing 1,000 Hours of Audio

Here's exactly how the math works for a large transcription project

Audio to transcribe1,000 hours
Total minutes60,000 (1,000 × 60)
Best planStudio ($20/mo, 6,000 min)
Months needed10 (60,000 ÷ 6,000)
Total cost$200

Effective rate: $0.0033/minute

That's less than $0.20/hour of audio

Need more than 10,000 hours? Contact us for custom enterprise pricing.Contact us.

Compare Plans for Your Project

Cost breakdown for transcribing 1,000 hours of audio

PlanMinutes/moPrice/moMonthsTotal Cost
Starter200$2300$600
Basic1,000$560$300
Pro2,500$1024$240
StudioBest6,000$2010$200

How Bulk Transcription Works

A simple workflow for large transcription projects

1

Choose Your Plan

Select a plan based on your total audio hours. Higher plans have lower per-minute rates.

2

Upload in Batches

Upload files as your minutes allow. You're not limited to a single upload session.

3

Transcriptions Process

Each file is transcribed within minutes. Access completed transcripts anytime in your dashboard.

4

Export & Download

Export transcripts as TXT, DOCX, SRT, VTT, or JSON. Bulk download when your project is complete.

Bulk Transcription FAQ

How long does it take to transcribe 1000 hours of audio?

With NovaScribe's AI-powered transcription, 1000 hours of audio can be processed in approximately 100-200 hours of real time, depending on server load. You can upload files in batches and let them process while you work on other things. For very large projects, consider splitting uploads across multiple days to manage your workflow.

Can I upload files in batches?

Yes, you can upload multiple files at once. Each file is processed individually, so you can queue up many recordings and let them transcribe in the background. There's no limit on the number of files—only on total minutes per month based on your plan.

What happens if I exceed my plan minutes?

You won't be able to create new transcriptions until you upgrade or your plan renews next month. Your existing transcriptions remain accessible—they're never deleted due to plan limits. You can upgrade to a higher plan anytime for immediate access to more minutes.

Is there a discount for bulk transcription projects?

Our Studio plan ($20/month for 6,000 minutes) offers the best per-minute rate at $0.0033/minute. For enterprise-scale projects exceeding 6,000 minutes per month, contact us to discuss custom pricing options for your organization.

How accurate is automated transcription for large volumes?

Accuracy is consistent regardless of volume—typically 90-95% for clear audio with minimal background noise. Each file is processed independently using the same AI model. Factors like audio quality, speaker clarity, and background noise affect accuracy more than volume.

Note: Pricing calculated based on current plan rates. Minutes reset monthly. Large projects may span multiple billing cycles.