# 3Play Media vs Captions

| Attribute | 3Play Media | Captions |
|---|---|---|
| **vioscaleAI score** | 58.9 (56% (medium)) | 60.9 (74% (medium)) |
| content.faq | `[{"answer":"A cloud-based platform for video accessibility and localization that automates closed captioning, transcription, audio description, and multi-language subtitles. Uses AI processing paired with human expert review to ensure accuracy while maintaining speed and affordability for media companies, educators, and enterprises. It is indexed under Transcription.","source":"https://www.3playmedia.com/plans-pricing/","question":"What is 3Play Media?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"3Play Media is sold across 3 plans: Express, Pro and Enterprise. We have not confirmed a published price for every tier. There is no free tier. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://www.3playmedia.com/plans-pricing/","question":"How much does 3Play Media cost?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed browser-based access to 3Play Media. That is the extent of what we could verify from public sources, so it may well offer desktop or mobile clients we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.3playmedia.com/plans-pricing/","question":"What platforms does 3Play Media support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for 3Play Media, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://www.3playmedia.com/plans-pricing/","question":"Can 3Play Media be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 8 integrations for 3Play Media, including AWS, Box, Brightcove, Kaltura, Vimeo, Wistia, YouTube and AIM (Accessible Information Management). This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://www.3playmedia.com/plans-pricing/","question":"What does 3Play Media integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed SOC 2, HIPAA and GDPR for 3Play Media. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as 3Play Media not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://www.3playmedia.com/blog/cvaa-compliance/","question":"What security certifications does 3Play Media have?","confidence":0.7},{"answer":"3Play Media is available worldwide. Its primary markets are the United States and Canada. The vendor is headquartered in the United States.","source":"https://www.3playmedia.com/plans-pricing/","question":"Where is 3Play Media available?","confidence":0.75}]` | `[{"answer":"A cloud-based video editor powered by AI that automates editing tasks like scene detection, B-roll insertion, and caption generation in multiple languages, enabling users to create professionally edited videos quickly without prior editing experience. It is indexed under Subtitle Captioning.","source":"https://captions.ai/pricing","question":"What is Captions?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Captions offers a free tier, so you can start without paying. Paid plans start at $24.99 per month. Prices are published openly on the vendor's own pricing page. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://captions.ai/pricing","question":"Is Captions free?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Captions supports the web, iOS and Android. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.","source":"https://captions.ai/pricing","question":"What platforms does Captions support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for Captions, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://captions.ai/pricing","question":"Can Captions be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed SOC 2 for Captions. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as Captions not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://captions.ai/blog/mirage-achieves-soc-2-compliance","question":"What security certifications does Captions have?","confidence":0.7},{"answer":"Captions is available worldwide. Its primary market is the United States.","source":"https://captions.ai/pricing","question":"Where is Captions available?","confidence":0.5}]` |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | `{"cloud":true}` |
| description.long | A cloud-based platform for video accessibility and localization that automates closed captioning, transcription, audio description, and multi-language subtitles. Uses AI processing paired with human expert review to ensure accuracy while maintaining speed and affordability for media companies, educators, and enterprises. | A tool that uses artificial intelligence to transcribe video audio and generate corresponding captions with adjustable formatting and styling, embedding them directly into video files with support for 100+ languages. Exports are optimized for social media sharing. |
| features.capabilities | `{"iso_27001":false,"soc2_type_ii":true,"pricing_model":"pay_as_you_go_per_minute","architecture_model":"managed_cloud_saas_browser","srt_vtt_subtitle_export_formatting":true,"ai_automated_speech_recognition_asr":true,"human_in_loop_expert_review_available":true,"custom_vocabulary_and_industry_dictionary":true,"interactive_text_to_audio_playback_editor":true,"ai_auto_translation_for_multi_language_tracks":true,"automated_language_translation_from_transcript":true,"human_in_the_loop_premium_proofreading_service_tier":true,"fcc_ada_broadcast_compliance_closed_captioning_srt_vtt":true}` | `{"soc2_type_ii":true,"pricing_model":"flat_monthly_subscription","architecture_model":"managed_cloud_saas_browser","ai_auto_translation_for_multi_language_tracks":true,"custom_font_upload_and_brand_color_templating":true,"dynamic_karaoke_style_animated_word_highlighting":true,"hardcoded_video_burn_in_stylized_social_captions":true}` |
| integrations.count | 40 | 4 |
| integrations.list | `[{"name":"AWS"},{"name":"Box"},{"name":"Brightcove"},{"name":"Kaltura"},{"name":"Vimeo"},{"name":"Wistia"},{"name":"YouTube"},{"name":"AIM (Accessible Information Management)","native":true,"category":"education","direction":"bidirectional"},{"name":"Accessible Information Management (AIM)","native":true,"direction":"bidirectional"}]` | `[{"name":"TikTok","native":true,"direction":"outbound"},{"name":"Instagram Reels","native":true,"direction":"outbound"},{"name":"YouTube Shorts","native":true,"direction":"outbound"},{"name":"YouTube","native":true,"direction":"outbound"}]` |
| market.availability | `{"primaryMarkets":[],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` | `{"primaryMarkets":["US"],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` |
| platform.support | `{"web":true}` | `{"ios":true,"web":true,"android":true}` |
| pricing | `{"type":"usage","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"Express","summary":"Custom per-minute rate","features":["Captions","Audio description","Transcription"],"description":"One-time project orders without recurring commitment","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"Pro","summary":"Custom per-minute rate, 10 hours/year","features":["Standard integrations","AI + expert review (default)","Flexible upgrade options"],"description":"Essential video accessibility tools for occasional projects","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"video_hours":"10/year"}},{"free":false,"name":"Enterprise","summary":"Custom per-minute rate with volume discounts, unlimited content","features":["40+ integrations","API/custom workflows","Dedicated customer success manager","Full range of AI-only to premium human solutions","Dubbing, subtitling, localization"],"description":"Comprehensive suite for consistent, large-scale video projects","contactSales":true,"includedLimits":{"video_hours":"unlimited/year"}}],"summary":"Usage-based pricing per minute of video; rates personalized by service type, language, turnaround speed, and AI/human blend; annual payment available","currency":"USD","freeTier":false,"sourceUrl":"https://www.3playmedia.com/plans-pricing/","retrievedAt":"2026-09-06T10:52:03.376Z","billingPeriods":["month","year"]}` | `{"type":"subscription","plans":[{"free":true,"name":"Free","summary":"Free","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":0,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Basic editing tools including trimming, transitions, and media library assets","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"Max","summary":"$24.99/month","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":24.99,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Access to AI generative features and editing with 500 credits per month","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"credits":"500/mo"}},{"free":false,"name":"Scale 2x","summary":"$69.99/month","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":69.99,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"1,400 credits per month with customized usage tiers","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"credits":"1,400/mo"}},{"free":false,"name":"Scale 4x","summary":"$139.99/month","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":139.99,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"2,800 credits per month with access to sophisticated AI models","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"credits":"2,800/mo"}},{"free":false,"name":"Scale 5,600","summary":"$279.99/month","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":279.99,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"5,600 credits per month for maximum generation capacity","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"credits":"5,600/mo"}},{"free":false,"name":"Enterprise","summary":"Custom pricing","description":"Custom package with dedicated support, bulk discounts, and priority training","contactSales":true}],"summary":"Free tier available. Subscription plans from $24.99/month. Annual billing offered at discounted rates.","currency":"USD","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://captions.ai/pricing","retrievedAt":"2026-09-01T14:42:00.478Z","startingPrice":{"amount":24.99,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},"billingPeriods":["month","year"]}` |
| pricing.free_tier | no | yes |
| pricing.model | commercial | freemium |
| pricing.price_level | unknown | mid |
| pricing.starting_price | - | `{"amount":24.99,"currency":"USD"}` |
| pricing.transparent | yes | yes |
| security.certifications | `[{"name":"SOC 2 Type II","level":"Type II","status":"active"},{"name":"HIPAA","status":"active"},{"name":"TPN Gold Shield","status":"active"}]` | `[{"name":"SOC 2","status":"active","evidenceUrl":"https://captions.ai/blog/mirage-achieves-soc-2-compliance"}]` |
| security.gdpr | yes | - |
| security.hipaa | yes | - |
| security.soc2 | yes | yes |
| security.trust_center | https://www.3playmedia.com/security/ | https://captions.ai/blog/mirage-achieves-soc-2-compliance |

## Capabilities (Subtitle Captioning)

| Capability | 3Play Media | Captions |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Capabilities** |  |  |
| Architecture model | Managed cloud saas browser | Managed cloud saas browser |
| Hardcoded video burn in stylized social captions | - | ✓ |
| Fcc ada broadcast compliance closed captioning srt vtt | ✓ | - |
| Dynamic karaoke style animated word highlighting | - | ✓ |
| AI auto translation for multi language tracks | ✓ | ✓ |
| Timeline based millisecond timestamp nudging | - | - |
| Human in the loop premium proofreading service tier | ✓ | - |
| Custom font upload and brand color templating | - | ✓ |
| B roll and emoji auto injection based on context | - | - |
| Direct xml export to premiere pro final cut | - | - |
| SOC2 type ii | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mit or apache permissive oss license | - | - |
| Pricing model | pay_as_you_go_per_minute | Flat monthly subscription |

*Source: vioscaleAI. Generated 2026-10-17T05:44:57.733Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*