Affordable transcription API pricing
Transparent wholesale speech-to-text rates by the minute. No platform fees, no monthly minimums, hard spending controls, and deferred jobs at up to 50% off.
SpeechWeave uses a prepaid wallet system. Add funds to get started, and enable auto-recharge to top up when low. Local taxes may apply to wallet deposits.
Core and Max models support standard and deferred service modes. Deferred is the lower-cost, lower-priority mode. Check the live pricing table for current per-minute rates.
Rates per minute and per hour of audio
| Model | Standard / minute | Standard / hour | Deferred / minute | Deferred / hour | Deferred discount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | $0.0015 | $0.09 | $0.00075 | $0.045 | 50% |
| Max | $0.004 | $0.24 | $0.002 | $0.12 | 50% |
Pricing FAQ
- How much does SpeechWeave cost?
- SpeechWeave charges per minute of audio from a prepaid wallet, with no minimums or hidden fees. Core: $0.0015 per minute ($0.09 per hour) standard, $0.00075 per minute ($0.045 per hour) deferred. Max: $0.004 per minute ($0.24 per hour) standard, $0.002 per minute ($0.12 per hour) deferred.
- What is deferred processing?
- Deferred jobs run in a background queue instead of the standard priority queue, at up to 50% less per minute for the same model. You collect results with a webhook or by polling the job.
- What is the maximum audio file size?
- Self-serve accounts can submit files up to 250 MB per job, with no chunking required. Need more? Request higher limits.