Honest comparison

A cheaper BulkTranscripts alternative

Both tools download YouTube transcripts in bulk, charge only for videos that have captions, and use one-time credits that never expire. Here's how they differ, with prices checked on both websites in October 2026, including where BulkTranscripts is the better choice.

10 videos free every day without an account · 25 free credits with a free account · credits never expire

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Frequently asked questions

Is Free YT Bulk Transcripts cheaper than BulkTranscripts?

On the packs checked in October 2026, yes: $4.99 gives 650 credits here vs 200 on BulkTranscripts, and $14.99 gives 8,000 vs 1,200. Both charge only for videos that have captions, and neither has credits that expire.

Does BulkTranscripts have features you don't?

Yes. BulkTranscripts offers a REST API, an MCP server for AI agents, and up to 1,000 videos per job. We offer Excel export, a caption-language choice and lower prices per transcript.

Can I try it before paying?

Yes. You can preview 10 videos a day without an account, and a free account gets 25 free credits for single videos and lists of links.

Do both work with playlists and channels?

Yes. Here, playlist and channel links are part of the paid packs, with up to 250 videos per run (you choose where to start and how many).

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