Sonix states 54+ recognition languages and translation into 54+ languages, with integrations that include Adobe Premiere. As a Sonix alternative, Potok is a Telegram bot with about 30 languages and no translation. File size needs care: Sonix format pages say up to 4 GB, while its help center says 16 GB.
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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
- Sonix's own pages disagree on file size: up to 4 GB on the format pages and 16 GB in the help center. Ask which applies to you.
- It states integrations with Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, Adobe Premiere and an API; Potok lists no integrations and promises no API.
- It also states a public cost calculator, so you can price a job on its site before you start; this page quotes no costs.
- Its exports include TXT, Word, PDF, SRT and VTT among several formats; Potok lists six.
At a glance
| Sonix | Potok | |
|---|---|---|
| Recognition languages | 54+ | About 30 |
| Translation of transcripts | 54+ languages | Not available |
| Speaker labels | Yes | Yes, can be switched on |
| Export formats | Several formats (incl. TXT, Word, PDF, SRT, VTT) and an API | TXT, MD, DOCX, PDF, SRT, VTT |
| Telegram bot | Not stated on its public pages | Yes, @potok_now_bot |
| Largest file | Up to 4 GB per format pages (help center says 16 GB) | Up to 2 GB |
Facts about Sonix 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Trusting one page when two pages disagree | You may plan a large upload that the plan rejects. | Write to the vendor and keep the answer. |
| Choosing for Premiere without a test export | A link only helps if the file imports cleanly. | Export SRT from either tool and open it in your editor. |
| Comparing languages by the plus sign | 54+ and about 30 are not exact figures. | Look for your language by name on each list. |
| Skipping a short test | Feature lists say little about your audio. | Run a clip with real noise through both tools. |
| Planning around the largest figure on the page | Sonix lists both 4 GB and 16 GB, and the lower one may be the one you get. | Plan around the lower number until the vendor confirms the higher. |
More
See the full list of languages, the tools and the glossary.
Frequently asked questions
Why do Sonix sources give two file sizes?
Its format pages state up to 4 GB and its help center says 16 GB. Ask the vendor which one applies to your plan.
Does Sonix translate?
It states translation into 54+ languages. Potok does not translate transcripts.
What is the Adobe Premiere entry?
It is a video editor listed among the Sonix integrations. Potok does not link to an editor; you export SRT or VTT and import it yourself.
Is there a calculator?
Sonix states a public cost calculator on its site. Potok quotes no costs on this page.
Does Sonix have a Telegram bot?
Its public pages do not mention one. Potok is a Telegram bot, @potok_now_bot.
Can I move a Potok transcript into a video editor?
Export it as SRT or VTT and import it into any editor that reads subtitle files. Potok does not link to an editor of its own, so the step is manual.
Sources
Each source was opened by hand on the date shown. Pages change, so open the source if a detail matters to you.
- Sonix, official website, Sonix · 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