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Transcribing audio & video recordings has never been easier

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Express Scribe - 2026 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives

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Express Scribe overview

What is Express Scribe?

Express Scribe is a transcription management solution that enables typists to manage variable speed playback, control multiple channels, play videos, handle files, and more on a centralized platform. It allows businesses to manage transcriptions from multiple audio formats, such as WAV, MP3, WMA, and DCT. It supports multiple foot pedal controls and comes with the ability to dock portable recorders to load recordings.

Key benefits of using Express Scribe

Express Scribe provides variable speed playback, supports audio and video playback plays most formats including encrypted dictation files and uses ‘hotkeys’ for mouse-free playback when transcribing directly into Word or other software.

Starting price

70flat rate

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Express Scribe’s user interface

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Express Scribe pros, cons and reviews insights

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What do users say about Express Scribe?

Users report Express Scribe makes transcription tasks faster and easier, with customizable hotkeys and support for various audio and video formats. They find it reliable for daily work, appreciate its intuitive setup, and say it helps streamline their workflow, especially for medical and research transcription. Some mention using other software for specific tasks like timestamping or challenging audio.

Reviewers indicate Express Scribe manages multiple audio files efficiently and plays most formats without conversion. They say occasional freezes or minor loading issues are quickly resolved and rarely impact their work. Most feel it is stable, with few bugs or malfunctions.

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Who uses Express Scribe?

Based on 52 verified user reviews.

Company size

Small Businesses

Enterprises

Midsize Businesses

Top industries

Writing and Editing
Legal Services
Translation and Localization
Computer Software
Others

Use cases

Medical Transcription

Express Scribe's key features

Most critical features, based on insights from Express Scribe users:

Audio file management
Voice recognition
Transaction history
Customizable macros
Voice capture
Access controls/permissions

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Abbreviation detection
Archiving & retention
Speech recognition

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Express Scribe pricing

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Pricing plans

Pricing details:

Free plan
Free trial
Subscription

Basic

70

One-time payment

Features included:

  • 45+ Supported Formats
  • Automatic File Management
  • Foot Pedal Control
  • Hot Keys
  • Variable Speed Playbackvariable Speed Playback
  • Works With Other Software

Professional

80

One-time payment

Features included:

  • 45+ Supported Formats
  • Automatic File Management
  • Foot Pedal Control
  • Hot Keys
  • Variable Speed Playbackvariable Speed Playback
  • Works With Other Software

User opinions about Express Scribe price and value

Value for money rating:

To see what individual users think of Express Scribe's price and value, check out the review snippets below.

“Supports all of the major audio formats to import and supports copy paste and ability to save the text after transcription is done.”
TT

Timothy T.

Software Tester

“The customer support has been very good, although hardly needed, and the website offers help and tutorials. My overall experience with it has been excellent.”
DL

Dori L.

Transcriptionist

Express Scribe integrations (2)

Express Scribe support options

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Platforms supported

Web
Android
iPhone/iPad

Support options

FAQs/Forum
Email/Help Desk
Chat

Training options

Videos
Documentation

Express Scribe FAQs

Q. What type of pricing plans does Express Scribe offer?

Express Scribe has the following pricing plans:
Starting from: $70.00
Pricing model: One Time License, Free
Free Trial: Available | (No Credit Card required)

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Q. Who are the typical users of Express Scribe?

Express Scribe has the following typical customers:
Freelancers, Mid Size Business, Small Business


Q. What languages does Express Scribe support?

Express Scribe supports the following languages:
English


Q. Does Express Scribe offer an API?

No, Express Scribe does not have an API available.


Q. What other apps does Express Scribe integrate with?

Express Scribe integrates with the following applications:
Express Dictate, Microsoft Word


Q. What level of support does Express Scribe offer?

Express Scribe offers the following support options:
FAQs/Forum, Email/Help Desk, Chat

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