Soniox vs Deepgram
for Tagalog speech-to-text
Higher accuracy in real-world Tagalog, real-time features, and in-stream translation that Deepgram can’t match.
Developers choose Soniox for accuracy in Tagalog speech
Tagalog is spoken by 28 million people worldwide — primarily in Philippines, with speakers around the world. Soniox delivers production-ready transcription and translation for Tagalog, handling regional accents, code-switching, and real-world audio conditions. Deepgram lists Tagalog as supported, but benchmark results show far higher error rates compared to Soniox.
Developers often like Deepgram for getting started quickly but often have to sacrifice accuracy, streaming speed, and key features. In real-world Tagalog audio, which can include accents, rapid speech, and overlapping speakers, errors increase, streaming lags, and translation isn’t included. Soniox offers one API that transcribes and translates Tagalog (and 60+ others) with higher accuracy and smoother real-time performance, so your app instantly works worldwide.
Trusted accuracy
Soniox provides reliable Tagalog transcripts, making it easier to work with your audio data.
Faster streaming in Tagalog
Apps feel smooth and human with token-level updates, refinements, and full transcript control in Tagalog.
Tagalog translation built in
One API delivers transcription and two-way translation across 60+ languages, including Tagalog. Your app works for 8 billion people worldwide with no extra services required.
Helping startups and enterprises ship real world voice apps
See the difference for yourself
Don’t just take our word for it. Run the same Tagalog audio through Soniox and Deepgram in real time and compare live results, side by side.
This demo isn’t pre-recorded. It makes real API calls to Deepgram and Soniox in real time, with each service tuned for its best performance. The framework is open source, so you can inspect or run it yourself.
Soniox vs Deepgram at a glance
More than transcription. Accuracy, speed, and translation built in.
Accuracy that holds up in Tagalog.
Soniox consistently delivers top results for Tagalog transcripts. That means cleaner transcripts, less post-editing, and apps you can actually trust in production.
Real-time Tagalog streaming.
Apps stay smooth and responsive with token-level updates in milliseconds. You still get full control with refinements, finalization, and endpoint detection.
Deepgram only streams by the sentence, so transcripts lag and jump.
Global-ready from the start.
One API covers transcription and two-way translation for Tagalog and 60+ others.
Deepgram requires separate services and can’t handle translation.
Simple pricing that scales.
Soniox pricing stays flat: ~$0.10–0.12/hr with every feature included. No tiers, upsells, or surprises as you grow.
Deepgram charges more – and still doesn’t include translation.
Pay 2-3x less than Deepgram
With Soniox, transcription, translation, diarization, timestamps, and confidence are all included in one price. Deepgram charges more per tier and doesn’t bundle translation at all.
Effective hourly cost (typical speech)
Soniox: ~$0.10/hour (async), ~$0.12/hour (streaming)
Deepgram: ~$0.20–0.40/hour depending on model tier (Nova-2, Nova-3, Enhanced)
| Soniox (async) | Soniox (streaming) | Deepgram (typical) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 hours | ~$10 | ~$12 | ~$20-40 |
| 1,000 hours | ~$100 | ~$120 | ~$200-400 |
| 1,000 hours | ~$1,000 | ~$1,200 | ~$2,000-4,000 |
Takeaway: For Tagalog, you’ll typically pay 2–3x less than Deepgram, while getting higher accuracy, smoother streaming, and built-in translation out of the box.
Notes:
- Soniox bills per token, which works out to the effective hourly rates above for typical conversational speech.
- Deepgram pricing varies by tier: lower-cost “Nova” models are less accurate, while higher-cost “Enhanced” adds expense. Translation requires a separate service.
- All comparisons use publicly listed rates as of 2025.
Frequently asked questions about Soniox vs Deepgram
Is Soniox cheaper than Deepgram?
Yes. Soniox costs ~$0.10–0.12/hr, while Deepgram typically costs ~$0.20–0.40/hr depending on model tier. That’s 2–3x less expensive.
Does Deepgram support Tagalog translation?
No. Deepgram only provides transcription. Soniox includes two-way, in-stream translation across 60+ languages in the same API call.
How does Soniox streaming compare to Deepgram?
Soniox streams token by token in milliseconds, with refinements, manual finalization, and endpoint detection. Deepgram streams by the sentence, creating lag and jumpy transcripts.
Does Deepgram support diarization and timestamps?
Yes, but Soniox provides them faster and in real time.
Can Soniox handle multiple languages in one stream?
Yes. Soniox detects language shifts mid-conversation. Deepgram requires a single language per request.
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