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Lionbridge vs Stepes
Lionbridge and Stepes are both translation platforms. Fees — Lionbridge: Per-project rates by language and task. Stepes: ~$0.05-0.14/word.
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Key differences
- Fees — Lionbridge: Per-project rates by language and task. Stepes: ~$0.05-0.14/word.
- Only Lionbridge offers Bank transfer and PayPal. Only Stepes offers PayPal or Stripe.
- Lionbridge is the older platform — founded in 1996, 19 years before Stepes (2015).
Which should you choose?
Choose Lionbridge if…
- You want to withdraw via Bank transfer and PayPal.
- You prefer a long track record (since 1996).
Choose Stepes if…
- You want to withdraw via PayPal or Stripe.
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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-project rates by language and task | ~$0.05-0.14/word |
| Withdraw via | Bank transfer, PayPal | PayPal or Stripe |
| Availability | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Founded | 1996 | 2015 |
| Headquarters | Waltham, United States | San Francisco, United States |
| Popularity | 53 views · 0 likes | 50 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Lionbridge or Stepes?
Lionbridge: Per-project rates by language and task. Stepes: ~$0.05-0.14/word.
Where are Lionbridge and Stepes available?
Lionbridge: Worldwide. Stepes: Worldwide.