Rev sells human transcription alongside its AI service, and states 37+ recognition languages and subtitle translation with 17 languages human-translated. As a Rev alternative, Potok is automatic only: about 30 languages, no translation, files up to 2 GB in Telegram, and you review the text yourself.
Transcribe a recording
Send your voice message, audio or video to @potok_now_bot on Telegram and the text comes back in the chat.
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Files up to 2 GB · export to TXT, MD, DOCX, PDF, SRT and VTT · speaker labels and timestamps · about 30 languages
Key facts
- The main difference is who checks the text: Rev offers human transcription, while Potok gives machine text for you to read and correct.
- Rev also states an AI notetaker for Meet, Zoom and Teams, and an API.
- Its exports are DOCX, PDF, TXT, SRT and VTT; Potok adds MD.
- Its public pages do not state a largest file or mention a Telegram bot.
At a glance
| Rev | Potok | |
|---|---|---|
| Recognition languages | 37+ | About 30 |
| Translation of transcripts | Subtitle translation (17 languages human-translated) | Not available |
| Speaker labels | Yes | Yes, can be switched on |
| Export formats | DOCX, PDF, TXT, SRT, VTT | TXT, MD, DOCX, PDF, SRT, VTT |
| Telegram bot | Not stated on its public pages | Yes, @potok_now_bot |
| Largest file | Not stated on its public pages | Up to 2 GB |
Facts about Rev come from its public pages and from third-party reviews. They can change; check the vendor's site before you decide.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Where it works | Telegram bot @potok_now_bot; large files go through the bot's mini app |
| File size | Up to 2 GB |
| Export | TXT, MD, DOCX, PDF, SRT, VTT |
| Speakers and time | Speaker labels and timestamps can be switched on |
| Languages | About 30 languages with good published results; a few more with warnings |
| Translation | The transcript is not translated into another language |
| Dictation | A separate Potok desktop app lets you dictate text into any program; it recognises Russian speech |
Common mistakes when choosing
| Mistake | What happens | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Using machine text where an exact record is needed | Errors in names and numbers pass unnoticed. | Review the text against the audio, or use a service with human checking. |
| Hiring a person for casual notes | The service is more than the job needs. | Use automatic text for drafts and keep human review for final copies. |
| Assuming subtitle translation covers transcripts | Rev states subtitle translation, which is not the same as a translated transcript. | Read exactly what is translated. |
| Treating an API as a requirement | Most one-off jobs need none. | List the automation you really run before you choose. |
| Sending sensitive material to any service without reading how it is handled | Recordings can contain names and private facts. | Read the vendor's privacy page and remove what you do not need to share. |
More
See the full list of languages, the tools and the glossary.
Frequently asked questions
Does Potok offer human transcription?
No. Potok is automatic. Rev states that human transcription is sold alongside its AI service.
When is a human service worth a look?
When the text will be published, filed or used as a record and you want a person to check it. Potok suits drafts and notes you will read yourself.
How many languages does Rev state?
37+ for recognition, and subtitle translation with 17 languages human-translated. Potok works in about 30 and does not translate.
Does Rev have a meeting tool?
It states an AI notetaker for Meet, Zoom and Teams. Potok is built for files and voice messages, not for joining meetings.
Does Potok have an API?
Potok does not list an API. It works in Telegram and has a desktop app for dictation, while Rev states an API.
Can I use Potok first and a human service later?
Yes. Use the bot for a quick draft, read it against the audio, and decide whether the job needs a person. This keeps human review for the files that matter.
Sources
Each source was opened by hand on the date shown. Pages change, so open the source if a detail matters to you.
- Rev, official website, Rev · checked
- Whisper speech recognition system (Wikipedia), Wikipedia · checked
Try it on your own recording
Send your voice message, audio or video to @potok_now_bot on Telegram and the text comes back in the chat.
Open @potok_now_bot in Telegram