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nerd-dictation vs Voice In: catalog facts
nerd-dictation	Voice In
Free Free and open source.	Free Free to install from the Chrome Web Store and Edge Add-ons.
Linux, Command line	Browser extension
Fully offline recognition Works in any application and desktop environment	Works in text fields on most websites Punctuation and custom voice commands
Linux only Command-line setup with no graphical interface	Only for Chromium-based browsers such as Chrome and Edge Works inside the browser, not in desktop apps
Downloadable app	Browser extension
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 26, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 26, 2026

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