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Gengo vs TranslatorsCafe
Gengo and TranslatorsCafe are both translation platforms. Fees — Gengo: Per-word rates set by the platform. TranslatorsCafe: Free basic, paid Master membership, no commission.
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Key differences
- Fees — Gengo: Per-word rates set by the platform. TranslatorsCafe: Free basic, paid Master membership, no commission.
- Only Gengo offers PayPal and Payoneer. Only TranslatorsCafe offers Direct payment from clients.
- TranslatorsCafe is the older platform — founded in 2002, 6 years before Gengo (2008).
Which should you choose?
Choose Gengo if…
- You want to withdraw via PayPal and Payoneer.
Choose TranslatorsCafe if…
- You want to withdraw via Direct payment from clients.
- You prefer a long track record (since 2002).
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A crowd translation platform where translators pass language tests and work on short business content. Part of…
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A long-running community and job board for translators and interpreters, where clients post jobs and translato…
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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 | Free basic, paid Master membership, no commission |
| Withdraw via | PayPal, Payoneer | Direct payment from clients |
| Availability | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Founded | 2008 | 2002 |
| Headquarters | Tokyo, Japan | — |
| Popularity | 48 views · 0 likes | 36 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Gengo or TranslatorsCafe?
Gengo: Per-word rates set by the platform. TranslatorsCafe: Free basic, paid Master membership, no commission.
Where are Gengo and TranslatorsCafe available?
Gengo: Worldwide. TranslatorsCafe: Worldwide.