Rev

3.0 / 5
A transcription and captioning company where freelancers get paid weekly to transcribe, caption and translate audio and video from home.
Monthly cost
$0
Category
Freelance marketplace
Last updated
October 13, 2026

Pros

  • Free to apply
  • Paid weekly
  • Work from home on your own schedule
  • Several roles: transcription, captions, subtitles and legal work

Cons

  • Pay is per audio minute, so hourly earnings can be low while you build speed
  • Transcription pays $0.40 to $1.10 per audio minute
  • You have to pass a skills test
  • Work volume can go up and down

Verdict

Rev is a real, simple way to earn from home if you type fast and listen carefully.

It's better as a side income than a full-time living, especially at the start.

Questions

How much does Rev pay?
Rev lists pay per audio or video minute: $0.40 to $1.10 for transcription, $0.54 to $1.10 for captions, $1.70 to $4.00 or more for subtitle translation and $0.55 to $2.00 or more for legal transcription.
How often does Rev pay?
Rev says freelancers get paid weekly.
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