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nerd-dictationHandy
Free

Free and open source.

 Free

The open-source software is available without a license fee. Hosting, hardware and…

Linux, Command line Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Fully offline recognition
  • Works in any application and desktop environment
  • Uses a keyboard shortcut and keeps transcription on your computer.
  • Linux only
  • Command-line setup with no graphical interface
  • Requires downloading a speech model and allowing input permissions.
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License: MIT
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 26, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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