MAXQDA Transcription

by VERBI Software

Built-in transcription playback inside the MAXQDA qualitative analysis software.

TL;DR

Built-in transcription playback inside the MAXQDA qualitative analysis software.

Best for qualitative researchers already using MAXQDA who want transcription inside the same tool. Pricing: license · academic discount.

Category
Desktop apps
License
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Stars
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Last push
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Pricing
license · academic discount
Platforms
Windows, macOS

What it is

MAXQDA integrates manual and AI-assisted transcription directly inside the qualitative coding workflow. AI transcription is a paid add-on.

Best for: Qualitative researchers already using MAXQDA who want transcription inside the same tool.
Watch out for: Tied to MAXQDA license; not a standalone transcription product.

Install / use

maxqda.com — license + subscription

Features

Speaker diarizationNo
Word-level timestampsNo
Streaming / real-timeNo
Languages supported15
HIPAA eligibleNo

MAXQDA Transcription vs Whipscribe

FeatureMAXQDA TranscriptionWhipscribe
CategoryDesktop appsTranscription APIs
Pricinglicense · academic discountfree beta
Speaker diarization—Yes
Word timestamps—Yes
Streaming—No
Languages1599
PlatformsWindows, macOSWeb, API, MCP

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