Phrase Platform
Online translation has improved my speed but interface pop-ups still slow down review work
What is our primary use case?
My main use case for Phrase Localization Platform is translating and proofreading texts for my clients. I do not have anything else to add about my main use case or the types of projects I handle with Phrase Localization Platform.
What is most valuable?
The best features Phrase Localization Platform offers are that it is pretty fast to use and it is similar to other CAT tools from my field, so it is easy to start working with it.
What stands out to me about its speed and similarity to other CAT tools when I am working on projects is that it is an online tool, so I do not have to wait much for segment confirmation and to load my projects.
Phrase Localization Platform has positively impacted my work and my clients, but from what I know, they are not fully happy about some features, especially regarding the AI translations because for Polish, which is my target language, they turned out to be of low quality.
Unfortunately, I do not know about any positive outcomes or benefits I have noticed in terms of workflow, speed, or client satisfaction because I am not working this closely with the client.
What needs improvement?
I would add that I do not prefer some of the UI choices, especially when I use the LQA feature, because when I finish the translation, the pop-up messages are hiding some important buttons for me, and I often forget to confirm a specific feature, which is problematic for my end client.
I would improve Phrase Localization Platform by enhancing the UI so that the most important parts, the buttons, are not hidden behind the pop-up messages. I would also add some more customization features such as colors and a dark mode, for example, changing the QA feature so that I can do it in batches instead of segment by segment because this makes me slower. Additionally, a customization of key binding would be useful.
These cover my main concerns about the needed improvements.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Phrase Localization Platform for around five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Phrase Localization Platform is usually stable in my experience.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I have no idea how Phrase Localization Platform's scalability is from what I have seen because I am not dealing with scalability issues.
How are customer service and support?
I have not needed to reach out for customer support from my perspective.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have not switched to a different solution; I use MemoQ on a regular basis and Crowdin.
I have not evaluated other options before choosing Phrase Localization Platform; it is what is provisioned to me as a freelance translator, so I am using various solutions depending on the client.
How was the initial setup?
I am not dealing with pricing and setup for Phrase Localization Platform because I am a freelance translator, so a license is provided to me.
What was our ROI?
I do not know if I have seen a return on investment such as time saved or fewer manual steps that I could share because I am not dealing with those topics.
What other advice do I have?
I have not seen any improvements needed that we have not discussed yet. I am happy that the notification system started to work and I receive notifications about new comments to my mailbox, and that is an improvement.
I would advise others looking into using Phrase Localization Platform that they might be interested in Crowdin because it seems to me that it has some better UI features and more integration. I would rate this product a 7 out of 10.
Consistent Automated Translations with a User-Friendly, Feature-Rich Interface
Fast, Smooth Collaboration with Great AI Suggestions and Translation Memory
Easy TM/TB Tracking with Helpful Preview and Context Fields
Easy to Learn, Complete Tool for Managing Project Translations
Workflow has become faster and ensures consistent terminology for large game translation projects
What is our primary use case?
I use Phrase Localization Platform for computer-assisted translation, specifically for video game translation and therefore text in subtitles.
What is most valuable?
In my opinion, the best features offered by Phrase Localization Platform are how easy it is to get started with it, even without ever having used it before. The fact that there's no need for installation is a big plus; you open it in the browser. The interface is quite intuitive, which comes back to how easy it is to get started. It's great for everything related to terminology consistency tracking since it has a glossary that records the terms that can be used. I would also say the fact that there can be collaboration between several translators within the same project is a standout feature. Additionally, you can handle large volumes without getting lost, given that the interface is really clear in that regard.
The fact of having translation line by line, plus the glossary, meaning I don't have to note down myself which term was used, was a real plus.
What needs improvement?
I think Phrase Localization Platform could be improved regarding the price for freelancers who are not working with a company that provides this kind of software, as the price is relatively high. Additionally, I would say that sometimes the interface is a bit slow, with small bugs where I have to reload the page to see the updated work.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Phrase Localization Platform for a year for computer-assisted translation.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Phrase Localization Platform is stable, but sometimes it has a few small slowness bugs, in particular.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I think they would need to work on everything related to slowness and optimize the loads Phrase Localization Platform can handle in the interface.
How are customer service and support?
I have no idea about the customer support of Phrase Localization Platform, as I never had to contact them.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I used Google Docs and Google Sheets before using Phrase Localization Platform, which involved manual translations with no CAT tool.
What was our ROI?
The time saved with Phrase Localization Platform allowed me to complete a project well within the deadlines I'd been given thanks to the tool.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I didn't have to manage the pricing, the cost of implementation, and license management for Phrase Localization Platform personally, but if I were working as a freelancer, equipping myself with a tool like this is something that is extremely expensive.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Phrase Localization Platform was imposed on me, so I did not have other solutions to consider.
What other advice do I have?
My advice to those who are considering using Phrase Localization Platform is to go for it if it's work with large volumes, books, games, or anything that will require consistency from A to Z, since with the glossary and the sentence-by-sentence tracking, it's much easier to find your way around. I rated this product a 9 out of 10.