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33 Companies
United Kingdom
Alpha CRC
A significant number of translators report non-payment/payment delays, low rates, heavy workloads, unrealistic deadlines, and management issues. Overall, the company has a rather controversial reputation among freelancers.
Poland
Roboto Global
Public information suggests that Roboto primarily promotes human translation workflows and professional QA processes. There is currently no evidence of an AI-first approach or large-scale MTPE-focused operations. Feedback from linguists is limited. However, at least one public review from a freelance translator reported significant payment delays and poor communication from the finance department regarding overdue invoices. While this does not appear to be a widespread pattern based on publicly available information, it remains a concern worth considering.
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Global
BigWord Game Localization
No significant payment complaints found. Limited translator feedback available. Uses AI post-editing workflows. Long payment cycle (up to 45 business days).
Switzerland
Collot Baca Media
The company actively promotes AI-assisted dubbing and AI-supported localization services. Members of the BrainStorm Translate community have shared several negative experiences regarding payments. According to these reports, some freelancers experienced payment delays lasting several months, while others reported not receiving payment at all. As these are community reports rather than publicly verified cases, translators are advised to exercise caution and clarify payment terms before accepting large projects.
South Korea
GloZ
The company actively utilizes AI-powered localization technologies and promotes AI-assisted translation and QC solutions. Translator feedback is mixed. Several freelancers have reported significant payment delays, including cases of payments arriving months late, although no widespread reports of non-payment were found. Some translators also consider the rates below market standards. BrainStorm Note: Multiple reports of delayed payments. Verify current payment terms and reliability before accepting large projects.
Global
ZOO Digital
Predominantly negative regarding payments. Numerous freelancers have reported significant payment delays, with some invoices remaining unpaid for several months. Several translators state that payments were eventually received, but only after repeated reminders and escalations. The company has also received substantial public criticism from audiovisual translators' associations and industry professionals over delayed freelancer payments. BrainStorm Note: Multiple reports from both public sources and industry professionals indicate recurring payment delays. Several members of the BrainStorm Translate community have also reported waiting months for payment, while some reported not receiving payment at all.
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Global
TransPerfect
TransPerfect is generally considered a reliable client with a strong reputation for paying translators on time and providing a steady flow of projects. Many freelancers appreciate the opportunity to work with a large international company and gain experience on high-profile accounts. However, feedback is mixed regarding rates, with many translators reporting below-market compensation, strict deadlines, and highly structured workflows. Due to the company's size, communication can sometimes be slow and bureaucratic.
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Ireland
Keywords Studios Limited
The company is generally considered a legitimate and reliable client with a strong presence in game localization, LQA, audio, and player support. Feedback from translators and localization professionals is mixed. Many appreciate the opportunity to gain experience on well-known gaming projects, work with international teams, and access a steady stream of assignments. The most common complaints involve below-market rates, inconsistent freelance workloads, slow career progression, and occasional organizational or communication issues. Employee reviews also frequently mention low compensation relative to workload.
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United Kingdom
Universally Speaking
US Speaking is a language service provider primarily focused on game localization, linguistic quality assurance (LQA), testing, and related gaming industry services. The company works with various game developers and publishers and is known within the game localization sector. Public feedback about the company is relatively limited compared to major LSPs. There are no widespread reports of payment issues or major controversies, but there is also little discussion within translator communities, making it difficult to assess freelancer experience at scale. Community feedback on rates is inconsistent. Some translators report that the company offers fairly reasonable rates, while others describe them as very low. Due to these conflicting opinions and the limited amount of publicly available feedback, it is difficult to draw a clear conclusion regarding compensation.
Global
Side (former PTW)
Side (formerly PTW - Pole To Win) is a global gaming services provider specializing in game localization, LQA, QA testing, player support, and audio services. The company works with both indie and AAA developers and is well known within the gaming industry. Community feedback is generally mixed. Many translators and testers consider Side a legitimate and reliable vendor that provides access to recognized gaming projects and regular opportunities. No major payment concerns were identified. The most common complaints involve relatively low rates, high workloads, and inconsistent project availability. Opinions on compensation vary significantly: some linguists consider the rates acceptable for game localization, while others report that they are below market expectations.
Spain
Localsoft
Well-established Spanish localization company best known for video game localization, testing, and LQA services. The company has worked with many major gaming publishers.
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Poland
Wisbus
Poland-based translation and localization agency providing multilingual language services for business and technical clients.
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Pakistan
AW Professional Translation Services
Language service provider offering translation and localization services for business, technical, and legal content. The company works with a variety of language combinations and international clients.
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Canada
Bilingual Global
Canadian localization company providing multilingual communication and translation services for corporate clients. The company supports organizations operating across international markets.
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Singapore
Andovar
Global localization provider delivering translation, multimedia localization, subtitling, and content adaptation services. The company serves clients in technology, gaming, media, and e-learning sectors.
Egypt
Words-Tie Translation Services
Translation agency providing multilingual language services and localization support for business and institutional clients. The company focuses on quality-driven communication across multiple languages.
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Poland
LCP Localization
Polish game localization company specializing in video game translation, localization testing, and linguistic quality assurance. The company collaborates with game developers and publishers worldwide.
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China
Speak4East
Asian language service provider offering translation, localization, and multilingual communication services. The company supports clients across a range of industries and language pairs.
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China
Lan-Bridge
China-based language service provider offering translation, localization, and multilingual communication solutions for global businesses. The company supports a broad range of language pairs and industries.
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Ukraine
TranslatePRO
Translation agency providing multilingual language services for corporate and individual clients. The company focuses on document translation, localization, and business communication projects.
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Türkiye
Locpick
Localization company specializing in gaming and digital content localization. The company provides translation, testing, and linguistic quality assurance services for international markets.
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Vietnam
Vietranslate
Vietnamese language service provider offering translation, interpretation, and localization services. The company works with both domestic and international clients across various industries.
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Turkey
Localizera
Localization and translation agency focused on multilingual content adaptation and international communication. The company supports businesses expanding into global markets.
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Israel
Go Global
Global localization company providing translation, localization, and multilingual marketing services for international businesses. The company supports expansion into multiple global markets.
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USA
LILT
AI-driven localization company focused on enterprise clients and adaptive translation workflows. The company combines human expertise with language technology and serves a wide range of global organizations.
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China
Best Easy
Language service provider offering multilingual translation and localization solutions for business clients. The company works with various language pairs and international projects.
Poland
LinguaVoice Studio
Language and media localization studio focused on audiovisual translation, subtitling, voice-over, and multilingual content services. The company primarily supports media and entertainment projects.
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USA
WeLocalize
One of the largest localization providers worldwide, working with major technology, gaming, and entertainment companies. The company offers a broad range of multilingual projects and supports hundreds of language combinations.
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United Kingdom
Prism Linguistics
UK-based language service provider offering translation and localization services across multiple industries. The company focuses on personalized client support and multilingual communication solutions for international businesses.
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India
Crystal Hues
One of India's longest-established localization companies, providing translation, localization, multimedia, and language technology services. The company works with both domestic and international clients across a wide range of sectors.
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India
VerboLabs
Localization and media accessibility company specializing in subtitling, dubbing, voice-over, and multilingual content adaptation. The company serves entertainment, e-learning, and corporate clients worldwide.
USA
Terra Translations
US-based language service provider serving corporate, industrial, and technical clients. The company is known for long-term client relationships, multilingual projects, and a strong focus on quality and customer service.
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United Kingdom
Yellow Language Solutions
UK-based translation and localization company working with businesses across multiple industries. The company provides multilingual content, localization, and language support services for international markets.