If you are looking to make money online and work your own hours as a transcriber then Allegis Transcription is one of the options you have. But is this a good option? After all there are many different transcription services out there that you could potentially work for remotely. Is this place worth your time or is Allegis Transcription a scam that you should be avoiding?

Well right off the bat I can tell you that they are not a scam. However… This does not mean that you should go out and apply for a position right away. While they are generally a good transcription service to work for, there are some downsides that I will be going over in this review. Throughout this review I’ll cover the requirements, application process, pay, job schedule, complaints and more.

Allegis Transcription Review

It it is no wonder why transcription jobs are becoming more and more desirable. Performing transcription is able to be done online remotely, which means that you can work virtually anywhere you want.

Allegis Transcription is no newcomer to the scene of transcription services. The have actually been around for over 20 years and have managed to keep a very good reputation in all that time, which is a great sign.

According to their website they hire transcribers to transcribe audio interviews between their clients and customers.

I am guessing that you are probably already familiar with how transcription services like this work. But as a transcriber basically what you will be doing is listening to audio files and typing them into Word documents, word for word. It is very simple on paper but the job can be more challenging than it seems, as I will go over.

Requirements

They hire transcribers for entry-level positions as well as experienced transcribers. The in the real requirement that must be met when applying is being US-based, and of course being English.

You are also going to want to be fast at typing. First of all, when applying you have to pass a transcription test which you might not pass if you don’t have much skill in this area, and second of all, even if you do pass thing as a transcriber might not be worth your time.

In addition to this you will also need equipment to perform the job. This includes Internet connection, a computer, in the foot pedal. As a transcriber you will have to use their Transcription Management System (TMS) software and because of this you will only be able to use the equipment listed below, which is taken directly from the compatibility list on their website:

Computer:

• PC (desktop or laptop) (no Mac or Linux systems)
• Windows 7, 8.1 or 10 operating system

Foot pedals:

• VEC Infinity (Models IN-USB-1, IN-USB-2, IN-OS9)
• Sanyo (Model FS-56)
• Olympus (Models RS23/RS24, RS27/RS28
• Philips LFH 6212 / 2310 / 2320

Software:

• Full version of Microsoft Word – Version 2010 or newer
• Up-to-date Anti-Virus Software: Avast, AVG, Norton, McAfee, Panda, Bit Defender, Linux, Microsoft Security Essentials, and more.

Applying For a Job

When applying for the job the first step of the process is it registration. This is when you enter your name, email, and some other information. After that you will have to pass a questionnaire, which is kind of like a pre-interview. Next you will have to submit your resume with a cover letter. Lastly you will have to take a grammar and transcription test to prove that you have what it takes.

Overall the on boarding process is said to be smooth and easy. If you do get the job you will be provided with videos that walk you through what you will be doing as well as support from coaches. It is not like you will be hired and then left on your own to figure out everything for yourself.

The Pay

They do not tell you upfront what the pay is and this is normal when it comes to this type of job. Pay could range depending on your experience level and of course how fast you type will make a big difference.

Its is hard to even estimate how much you will make without actually trying it, but just to give you an idea, on Glassdoor people are claiming to make anywhere from $15-$25 per hour, which is pretty darn good. However, I have also read reviews of people making as low as $5/hr, which is one of the complaints you will see in the complaint section of this review.

Unlike many other transcription services out there, Allegis Transcription pays per page of transcribed audio instead of per word like others I have reviewed, such as Quicktate and Ubiqus.

Job Schedule

Like most transcription jobs, you will be able to work whenever you want and wherever you want as long as you submit transcriptions on time.

As probably best looked at as an opportunity to earn supplemental income, however there are quite a few people who actually transcribed for Allegis full time.

Complaints

Not All Smooth Sailing

If you think transcribing audio is a piece of cake then think again. Heavy accents, bad audio quality, noises in the background… This is all part of the job and it will make it much more difficult for you to transcribe. So don’t think that you will be able to just listen and type away. There will be plenty of times where you are wondering what the heck that person just said.

This isn’t really a complaint about Allegis but rather a complaint about transcription in general. However I will say that some people claim Allegis in particular has low-quality audio that needs transcribed and they do not compensate for lesser quality by paying more.

Low Pay

The amount you make will largely depend on how good your transcribing, but is worth knowing that some people make very little, like $5/hr or so.

Again, your a slow typer this just might not be the job for you. People are making over $20 an hour transcribing here while some are making as little as $5…. Obviously a major difference in pay.

No Pay Raises

Unfortunately there are no raises. You will be able to increase your pay per hour by gaining experience in getting better at transcribing, but the pay per transcribed page does not increase.

For some people this is not a problem but I know many that will have a problem with this because they grew. The fact that there is room to grow keeps them pushing forward.

Final Thoughts – Worth Your Time?

Okay, so obviously Allegis it’s not a scam. This is a legitimate company that has been transcription services for a very long time. They have a good reputation in that is because they are good at what they do. There are some people calling it a scam but usually these are the people that or slow typers and because of that get paid very little for their time. But of course this does not make Allegis a scam.

If transcription is really a job that you think you would want to do then Allegis the place that you should consider applying for. GMR Transcription is another good place that has many transcribers who have been with them for years in the love it.

If you are serious about this something else you may want to look into is the free transcription course down below. This is a free course that will give you an idea of whether or not you are a good fit for transcription and it will get you set on the right path potentially earning a full time income doing this, if that is what is desired.

Please leave any comments, questions, or concerns below and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can 🙂