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Gengo vs Stepes
Gengo and Stepes are both translation platforms. Fees — Gengo: Per-word rates set by the platform. Stepes: ~$0.05-0.14/word.
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Key differences
- Fees — Gengo: Per-word rates set by the platform. Stepes: ~$0.05-0.14/word.
- Only Gengo offers PayPal and Payoneer. Only Stepes offers PayPal or Stripe.
- Gengo is the older platform — founded in 2008, 7 years before Stepes (2015).
- Gengo is based in Japan, Stepes in United States.
Which should you choose?
Choose Gengo if…
- You want to withdraw via PayPal and Payoneer.
- You prefer a long track record (since 2008).
Choose Stepes if…
- You want to withdraw via PayPal or Stripe.
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Gengo
A crowd translation platform where translators pass language tests and work on short business content. Part of…
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A mobile-first translation platform where translators take on paid localization jobs.
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| Type | Translation platforms like Gengo | Translation platforms like Gengo |
| Category | Translation & Languages | Translation & Languages |
| Vetted | No | No |
| Work from home | Yes | Yes |
| Fees | Per-word rates set by the platform | ~$0.05-0.14/word |
| Withdraw via | PayPal, Payoneer | PayPal or Stripe |
| Availability | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Founded | 2008 | 2015 |
| Headquarters | Tokyo, Japan | San Francisco, United States |
| Popularity | 48 views · 0 likes | 50 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Gengo or Stepes?
Gengo: Per-word rates set by the platform. Stepes: ~$0.05-0.14/word.
Where are Gengo and Stepes available?
Gengo: Worldwide. Stepes: Worldwide.