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Whispering vs Spokenly: catalog facts
WhisperingSpokenly
Free

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

Free

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

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS
  • Choice of local or cloud transcription models
  • Built for quick dictation into text
  • Offline dictation with local Whisper models
  • Local-only mode that blocks network requests
  • Cloud models need an API key from a provider
  • Local models depend on your hardware for speed
  • No Android version
  • Cloud models send audio off the device
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked September 26, 2026

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