Compare software

WhisperingHyperWhisper
Free

The app is free; cloud transcription providers may charge for their API use.

 Free

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

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Choice of local or cloud transcription models
  • Built for quick dictation into text
  • Local models work fully offline
  • Choice of 30+ local and cloud transcription models
  • Cloud models need an API key from a provider
  • Local models depend on your hardware for speed
  • Cloud providers need separate API keys and may cost money
  • Linux build is amd64 only
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License: Apache-2.0
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

Catalog facts only. Anything “not stated” is unconfirmed. Check full listings for details.