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Spokenly vs nerd-dictation: catalog facts
Spokenly	nerd-dictation
Free Described as free, with free local models that work offline.	Free Free and open source.
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS	Linux, Command line
Offline dictation with local Whisper models Local-only mode that blocks network requests	Fully offline recognition Works in any application and desktop environment
No Android version Cloud models send audio off the device	Linux only Command-line setup with no graphical interface
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Works offline	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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