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Deepgram

by Deepgram · Audio & Voice

Professional speech recognition.

85/100AIVerso score
#4 of 17in Audio & Voice
From $0.004/minStarting price
YesFree tier
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What is Deepgram?

Deepgram is a speech AI platform for developers, offering fast speech-to-text, text-to-speech and voice-agent APIs. Its strength is low-latency, real-time transcription at scale.

Best for

Deepgram pricing

Deepgram has a free tier. Price: From $0.004/min.

Plans & prices

Looking for something cheaper? ElevenLabs v4 by ElevenLabs costs from $6/mo and has a free tier.

Prices as published by Deepgram. This page was last updated on November 5, 2026; prices and plans change often, so check the provider’s pricing page before you buy.

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At a glance

ProviderDeepgram
CategoryAudio & Voice
Starting priceFrom $0.004/min
Free tierYes
API accessYes
Open sourceNo
Mobile appNo

Key facts

Features

✗ Image generation
✗ Video generation
✓ Native audio model
✗ Web search
✗ Voice mode (app)
✗ PDF analysis

Strengths

Free tier available
API access for developers

Limitations

Premium pricing (Growth from $4K/yr)
No official mobile app

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deepgram?

Deepgram is a speech AI platform for developers, offering fast speech-to-text, text-to-speech and voice-agent APIs. Its strength is low-latency, real-time transcription at scale.

What is Deepgram best for?

Deepgram is a strong pick for: Real-time transcription in apps and call centres; Voice agents that need fast speech recognition; High-volume audio processing on a budget.

How much does Deepgram cost?

Deepgram starts at From $0.004/min ($200 free credit · Nova-3 from $0.0043/min · Aura-2 TTS $0.030 per 1K chars · Growth from $4K/yr). A free tier is available. A cheaper option from another provider is ElevenLabs v4 (From $6/mo).

Is Deepgram free?

Yes — Deepgram has a free tier. Pricing: From $0.004/min (details: $200 free credit · Nova-3 from $0.0043/min · Aura-2 TTS $0.030 per 1K chars · Growth from $4K/yr).

What are the best alternatives to Deepgram?

The highest-rated AI audio & voice tools from other providers on AIVerso are ElevenLabs v4 (96/100), Whisper v3 (91/100), Fish Audio (88/100).

Does Deepgram have an API?

Yes, Deepgram can be used via an API.

How does AIVerso rate Deepgram?

Deepgram scores 85/100 on AIVerso and ranks #4 of 17 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: November 5, 2026.