Captioneer and Submachine are both popular caption plugins for Adobe Premiere, but they cater to different user needs and workflows.

Captioneer

Captioneer is praised for its speed and ease of use, particularly for users who want a straightforward workflow in Adobe Premiere and Adobe After Effects.

The Auto Captions feature saves editors valuable time, by offering superior transcription accuracy compared to Adobe's built-in transcription architecture. The plugin supports localization & translation professionals who require importing custom SRT, VTT, and CSV transcript files.

It is considered more beginner-friendly than Submachine and allows for quick creation of captions. Captioneer also works inside After Effects, while Submachine is Premiere-only.

Users can customize fonts, colors, build their own MOGRTs, or even download MOGRTs from digital marketplaces.

Submachine

Submachine is a plugin known for its customization and advanced features, such as automated word-by-word animation and the ability to create dynamic, animated captions.

Critics note it does not include built-in transcription; meaning users must rely on Adobe Premiere's built-in transcription feature and manually import SRT files.

The primary advantage is for users who want to build their own MOGRTs, and craft visually captivating subtitles that enhance storytelling and viewer engagement.

Summary

In summary, Submachine is ideal for users who prioritize full control, advanced animation, and granular timing control with a learning curve.

Captioneer is best suited for editors seeking enhanced auto-transcription and an easy captions workflow across Adobe Premiere and Adobe After Effects.