Caption.IM
Real-time transcription and translation tool that works with any audio on your desktop.
| What is it | Real-time transcription and translation tool that works with any audio on your desktop. |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Freemium — from €9.9/mo |
| Free tier | Yes |
| Platform | Desktop Application |
| API | Yes |
| Best for | adding live captions to video calls and meetings, transcribing lectures or podcasts for notes |
Data updated Aug. 1, 2026
What does Caption.IM do?
Caption.IM is a desktop application that provides live captions for any audio playing on your computer. It transcribes speech from meetings, videos, podcasts, or calls in real time, displaying the text directly on your screen. The tool also translates these captions into over 50 languages, making it useful for multilingual conversations and content. It works at the system level, so it captures audio from any application you use, from Zoom and Teams to YouTube and Spotify.
The app processes all audio locally on your device, which means your conversations are never sent to the cloud. This approach prioritizes privacy and allows the tool to work offline. It boasts a high transcription accuracy rate of over 98% and includes features like speaker detection, global hotkeys for quick control, and the ability to export transcripts in TXT, SRT, or VTT formats for creating subtitles or notes.
Caption.IM is ideal for professionals in international meetings, students attending online lectures, content creators needing accurate subtitles, and anyone in a noisy environment or with hearing difficulties. It turns any spoken audio into accessible, understandable text, breaking down language and auditory barriers instantly.
Key features
What makes it stand outWho is Caption.IM for?
Who benefits most from this toolPricing
Free tier available — start without a credit cardFREE
- 3 languages
- 5 hours per month
- Real-time captions
- Basic transcript export
PRO
Everything in FREE, plus:
- 50 languages
- unlimited hours per month
- 50+ languages
- Unlimited hours
- Real-time translation
- SRT / VTT export
- Priority support
ENTERPRISE
Everything in PRO, plus:
- Team management
- SSO & SAML
- Custom integrations
- Dedicated support
- SLA guarantee
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