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Smartcat vs. XTRF

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Smartcat
Score 9.0 out of 10
N/A
Smartcat combines translation automation technologies with communication capabilities to help users not only automate workflows but also find needed freelance specialists. Originally a product of ABBYY, Smartcat became an independent product, and company, in 2016.
$1,188
per year
XTRF
Score 1.0 out of 10
N/A
XTRF is software to manage localization projects for LSPs or a global enterprises, from the company of the same name in Krakow. XTRF enables users to manage cross-time zone language projects, send quotes, hire linguists, give a heads-up to project managers, and manage project deliveries. In addition, you can link your favorite CAT tool to XTRF to make your job a breeze. XTRF is designed to be the backbone of any successful localization business and boasts users among 350 companies worldwide.N/A
Pricing
SmartcatXTRF
Editions & Modules
Basic
$1188
per year
Enterprise
Custom
per year
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
SmartcatXTRF
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeOptionalNo setup fee
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SmartcatXTRF
User Ratings
SmartcatXTRF
Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
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1.0
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User Testimonials
SmartcatXTRF
Likelihood to Recommend
Smartcat is well suited for documents longer than 500 words. It is less appropriate for audio-visual translation.
Andre Dumoulin | TrustRadius Reviewer
Andre Dumoulin
Translator
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In my experience, XTRF's track record on basic functionality leaves a lot to be desired. Those so-called "smart projects" feel more like needy projects, with limitations popping up at every turn. And don't get me started on the integrations—memoQ? Yeah, I feel like it's a struggle. Customizing notifications? Good luck with that. And as for support, well, let's just say you're better off sending messages to the void.
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Pros
  • Segmentation.
  • Translation overall quality.
  • Customer service.
  • Pricing.
Andre Dumoulin | TrustRadius Reviewer
Andre Dumoulin
Translator
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  • Basic quotes
  • Basic projects
  • Basic invoicing
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Cons
  • Performance has been an issue initially. Sometimes it takes longer for some things to load and it can be frustrating.
  • UI seems a bit confusing at times. For example, I don't understand why I need to have a translator's profile when I'm clearly a project manager.
  • Their support team can take a long time to reply which often crucial for urgent projects.
Dmitry Kornyukhov | TrustRadius Reviewer
Dmitry Kornyukhov
English-Russian Video Game Localization Specialist
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  • Smart projects
  • Integrations
  • Product support
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Alternatives Considered
We also tried Memsource but it was lacking in terms of overall user experience and ease of use. Assigning projects in SmartCAT is a much more intuitive experience, plus it has all these other additional features that are absent from Memsource (like payment solution for freelancers). On top of that, the SmartCAT is absolutely free to use.
Dmitry Kornyukhov | TrustRadius Reviewer
Dmitry Kornyukhov
English-Russian Video Game Localization Specialist
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Return on Investment
  • Translation memories and CAT tool help us ensure maximum consistency in our translations which is always appreciated by clients.
  • Team collaboration made it easier for us to grow our business and take on bigger projects, which brings us more revenue.
  • Payment solution helps us save money on wire transfer fees which is always great when working with multiple freelancers.
Dmitry Kornyukhov | TrustRadius Reviewer
Dmitry Kornyukhov
English-Russian Video Game Localization Specialist
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  • In my opinion, the limitations in functionality, especially with smart projects and integrations with tools like memoQ, have hindered the full realization of its potential.
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