AssemblyAI
by AssemblyAI · Audio & Voice
Speech to text with AI features.
83/100AIVerso score
#5 of 14in Audio & Voice
Pay-per-useStarting price
YesFree tier
At a glance
ProviderAssemblyAI
CategoryAudio & Voice
Starting pricePay-per-use
Pricing detailsFree – Custom
Free tierYes
API accessYes
Open sourceNo
Mobile appNo
Key facts
- Speech to text with AI features
Features
✗ Image generation
✗ Video generation
✓ Native audio model
✗ Web search
✗ Voice mode (app)
✗ PDF analysis
Strengths
Free tier available
API access for developers
Limitations
No official mobile app
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is AssemblyAI free?
Yes — AssemblyAI has a free tier. Pricing: Pay-per-use (details: Free – Custom).
What are the best alternatives to AssemblyAI?
The highest-rated AI audio & voice tools from other providers on AIVerso are ElevenLabs v3 (95/100), Whisper v3 (91/100), Deepgram (85/100).
Does AssemblyAI have an API?
Yes, AssemblyAI can be used via an API.
How does AIVerso rate AssemblyAI?
AssemblyAI scores 83/100 on AIVerso and ranks #5 of 14 in Audio & Voice. Scores combine public benchmark results, features and pricing; commissions never influence them.
How we rate: Scores and capability ratings are based on public benchmarks, provider documentation, features and pricing — not on commission rates. Prices can change; check the provider's site before buying. Last updated: September 29, 2026.