Rev

Rev

Speech-to-text platform with AI+human transcription

Overview

Rev provides transcription, captioning, and subtitling services by combining AI with a large network of human freelancers (Revvers). Clients pay per audio/video minute for human-powered work or subscribe to AI tools; outcomes include human transcription with high accuracy, AI transcription, video captions, and global subtitles, plus Rev.AI for developers. In 2025, Rev acquired SmartDepo to offer end-to-end deposition summaries with precise page-line citations, strengthening its legal-tech offerings. The company emphasizes security with SOC 2 Type 2, HIPAA, and GDPR compliance, and aims to make accurate, accessible transcription and captions available worldwide while expanding AI capabilities and legal solutions.

About Rev

Simplify's Rating
Why Rev is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Enterprise Software

AI & Machine Learning

Legal

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$35M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2010

Get referred to Rev

See people who can refer or advise you

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rev updated SmartDepo on 2026-08-17, strengthening legal AI credibility with court reporters.
  • Rev’s 2026 legal positioning targets the discovery bottleneck and burnout crisis, driving adoption.
  • RivalSense shows Rev attending NACDL 2026, signaling active pipeline-building in criminal defense.

What critics are saying

  • Otter, Verbit, Deepgram, and ElevenLabs commoditize speech-to-text, squeezing Rev’s pricing by 2027.
  • Rev already cut 85 Austin jobs in 2022 after lender trouble, signaling fragile economics.
  • If law firms adopt native AI drafting tools, Rev’s citation niche shrinks toward irrelevance.

What makes Rev unique

  • Rev combines human transcription with AI and SmartDepo’s cited legal summaries, updated 2026.
  • Its legal workflow spans intake, deposition, memo, and PDF export inside one platform.
  • Austin-based, remote-first operations and 80 employees keep product teams tightly focused.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Funding

Total Funding

$35M

Below

Industry Average

Funded Over

5 Rounds

Notable Investors:
Series D funding is typically for companies that are already well-established but need more funding to continue their growth. This round is often used to stabilize the company or prepare for an IPO.
Series D Funding Comparison
Below Average

Industry standards

$77M
$5.9M
Rev
$50M
Hello Fresh
$70M
Twilio
$80M
Handshake
$100M
Affirm

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
Legal Tech Monitor
Mar 19th, 2026
Rev CEO: solving ‘discovery bottleneck and burnout crisis' driving legal tech adoption.

Rev CEO: solving ‘discovery bottleneck and burnout crisis' driving legal tech adoption. March 19, 2026 Jason Chicola, CEO of Rev, which won the Legalweek Leaders in Tech Law Award for Innovations in Trial Technology, discusses his expectations for legal tech market consolidation and the rise of agentic AI offerings in legal tech platforms.

The Business Journals
Aug 18th, 2025
Rev.com expands Austin footprint | No site decision yet for Samsung's $17B plant

Tech company Rev.com is expanding its presence in Central Texas and plans to double its current employee count by the end of this year.

PR Newswire
May 12th, 2025
Speech-To-Text Api Market To Reach $5 Billion By 2024 In The Short Term And $21 Billion By 2034 Globally, At 15.2% Cagr: Allied Market Research

The global speech-to-text API market is experiencing rapid growth due to rising demand for voice recognition technology in smart devices and cloud-based services. Businesses are adopting these solutions to enhance productivity, accessibility, and customer experiences, driving further expansion.WILMINGTON, Del. , May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Allied Market Research published a report titled, "Speech-to-text API Market - Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2024-2034," valued at $5 Billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.2% from 2025 to 2034, reaching $21 Billion by 2034. Key factors fueling this growth include the increasing adoption of AI-powered voice recognition, demand for real-time transcription in healthcare and legal sectors, and the rise of voice-enabled smart devices. In addition, advancements in natural language processing (NLP) and cloud-based solutions are accelerating market expansion.Report Overview:The speech-to-text API market is driven by the rising demand for voice-enabled applications in smart devices, virtual assistants, and customer service automation

GlobeNewswire
Mar 24th, 2025
Rev Acquires SmartDepo for Legal AI

Rev, a leading speech-to-text company, has acquired SmartDepo, known for AI-powered deposition summaries. This acquisition combines Rev's >99% accurate transcription with SmartDepo's 100% accurate page-line citations, enhancing legal document solutions. The move aims to boost productivity and efficiency for law firms and court reporting agencies. SmartDepo's CEO, Isaac Manoff, will stay as an advisor, while CCO Ely Cohn becomes General Manager.

Rev
Feb 28th, 2024
Add Rev to Your AI Efficiency Toolkit Today

Following its world's trend towards AI-powered tools and technologies, Rev has launched its own services that hinge on AI as a productivity and efficiency booster.

Recently Posted Jobs

Sign up to get curated job recommendations

Rev is Hiring for 2 Jobs on Simplify!

Find jobs on Simplify and start your career today

Don't see your dream role? Check out thousands of other roles on Simplify. Browse all jobs →