Trados Studio (Multilingual)
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The first 20 minutes of any recording are transcribed free: a recording up to 20 minutes transcribes in full, a longer one is previewed, and a pack from $6 (500 minutes) transcribes the rest and opens every export, and credits never expire.
Enterprise CAT tool with subtitle + voice-over file-format support.
Best for professional translators handling subtitle + voice-over scripts as part of broader translation projects. Pricing: paid.
What it is
Trados Studio is the dominant desktop CAT tool — most professional translators have used it. Subtitle file formats (SRT, VTT, STL) are supported alongside the standard TMX / XLIFF set.
Watch out for: Windows-only. AV support is file-format-level, not a media editor. Steep learning curve.
Install / use
Download from rws.com/trados
What people actually do with Trados Studio (Multilingual)-style transcription
The tool is the means. These are the jobs — each one priced at published rates, each one wired up on its own page.
Features
| Speaker diarization | No |
| Word-level timestamps | No |
| Streaming / real-time | No |
| Languages supported | 200 |
| HIPAA eligible | No |
Trados Studio (Multilingual) vs Whipscribe
| Feature | Trados Studio (Multilingual) | Whipscribe |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Desktop apps | Transcription APIs |
| Pricing | paid | $6–$24 one-time packs (credits never expire) · first 20 minutes free |
| Speaker identification | — | Named in the summary, key quotes and chapters |
| Word timestamps | — | Yes |
| Streaming | — | No |
| Languages | 200 | 99 |
| Platforms | Windows | Web, API, MCP |
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Frequently asked about Trados Studio (Multilingual)
How much does Trados Studio (Multilingual) cost?
Trados Studio (Multilingual) is a paid product. Pricing changes; verify on the vendor's own page before budgeting.
Does Trados Studio (Multilingual) work on Mac, Windows and Linux?
Trados Studio (Multilingual) runs on Windows. It is not listed for other platforms; check the vendor for anything beyond Windows.
How do I install Trados Studio (Multilingual)?
Download the installer for your platform from the vendor. No terminal needed.
How many languages does Trados Studio (Multilingual) support?
Trados Studio (Multilingual) lists 200 languages. That is the Whisper-family multilingual set, so quality varies by language — English and the large European languages are strongest.
Does Trados Studio (Multilingual) identify different speakers?
No. Trados Studio (Multilingual) does not label speakers; a conversation comes back as one continuous text. If you need speaker labels, that is a separate tool or a different service.
Does Trados Studio (Multilingual) give word-level timestamps?
No — Trados Studio (Multilingual) produces segment or sentence timing only, so subtitle cues can land mid-word.
Can Trados Studio (Multilingual) transcribe live audio?
No — Trados Studio (Multilingual) works on finished files, not a live stream.
Is Trados Studio (Multilingual) HIPAA compliant?
Trados Studio (Multilingual) does not claim HIPAA compliance. For PHI, run it on infrastructure you control or choose a service that will sign a BAA.
What are the limitations of Trados Studio (Multilingual)?
Windows-only. AV support is file-format-level, not a media editor. Steep learning curve.
Who is Trados Studio (Multilingual) best for?
Professional translators handling subtitle + voice-over scripts as part of broader translation projects.
Does Trados Studio (Multilingual) run offline?
Trados Studio (Multilingual) runs on your own machine as a desktop app. Check whether the model runs locally or calls a cloud service — some desktop tools do both.
Can I use Trados Studio (Multilingual) in the browser?
No — Trados Studio (Multilingual) is a Windows application, not a web app. You install it rather than sign in to it.
Who makes Trados Studio (Multilingual)?
Trados Studio (Multilingual) is made by RWS (Trados).
What kind of tool is Trados Studio (Multilingual)?
In this directory Trados Studio (Multilingual) is filed under localization, translation as a desktop app.
What are the alternatives to Trados Studio (Multilingual)?
There is a side-by-side page at /tools/trados-multilingual-alternatives comparing Trados Studio (Multilingual) with the closest tools in the same category on price, platform and features.
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