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SpokenlyHyperWhisper
Free

Described as free, with free local models that work offline.

 Free

Open source under Apache-2.0; cloud transcription providers may charge for their own APIs.

Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Offline dictation with local Whisper models
  • Local-only mode that blocks network requests
  • Local models work fully offline
  • Choice of 30+ local and cloud transcription models
  • No Android version
  • Cloud models send audio off the device
  • Cloud providers need separate API keys and may cost money
  • Linux build is amd64 only
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: Apache-2.0
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 26, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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