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AI Voice Dictation Software
AI voice dictation software turns speech into text. The choice often comes down to where you need it to run and whether it supports features such as offline dictation or custom vocabulary.
Compare free plans, starting prices, supported languages, audio-file import, system-wide dictation and included minutes. The board shows a signal score out of 10, plus marks for a public API, open-source code and a free tier.
- 22 platforms
- 1 with a public API on this page
- 17 with a free tier
- Checked 28 Sept 2026
- 1 VVOMOvomo.ai
VOMO records or imports conversations, produces transcripts and AI meeting notes, and extracts summaries, chapters and action items.
- 2 V
Voicenotesvoicenotes.comMeeting recorder that makes transcripts, recaps, action lists and follow-ups; free plan, paid from $9/user/mo.
- 3 VNVoice Notebookvoicenotebook.com
Transcribes speech and media, including YouTube clips, into text.
- 4 S
Superwhispersuperwhisper.comFormats speech into polished text across apps and can identify speakers.
- 5 A
AudioPenaudiopen.aiTurns spoken thoughts into writing with adjustable rewrites, lengths, and styles.
- 6 AV
Aqua Voiceaquavoice.comDictation app with custom vocabulary and voice commands for 49 languages.
- 7 SSpeechTexterspeechtexter.com
Free dictation for web, desktop, and Android, with vocabulary and voice controls.
- 8 LLetterlyletterly.app
Turns speech into polished writing and lets you dictate in Gmail, Slack, and Notion.
- 9 O
OpenWhispropenwhispr.comOpen-source dictation, transcripts, and notes with local or cloud audio processing.
- 10 PS
Philips SpeechLivespeechlive.comDictation service for web, desktop, mobile, and API use, with custom vocabulary.
- 11 GDGoogle Docsdocs.google.com
Online document editor for shared writing, comments, tasks, templates, and version recovery.
- 12 STSnipping Toolmicrosoft.com
Free Windows tool for capturing screen areas; it cannot capture scrolling content.
- 13 C
Cleftcleftnotes.comMakes structured voice notes, summaries, action lists, and transcripts, even offline.
- 14 TTalkNotestalknotes.io
TalkNotes turns spoken thoughts into transcribed, organized notes and other content formats.
- 15 SSpeechnotesspeechnotes.co
Dictation for web, Android, and Chrome, with support for custom vocabulary.
- 16 DPDragon Professionaldragon.nuance.com
Windows dictation that runs on your device and supports personal word lists.
- 17 SSpokenlyspokenly.app
System-wide dictation with offline support and custom vocabulary.
- 18 HHandyhandy.computer
Free offline dictation with custom vocabulary across Linux, Mac, and Windows.
- 19 NDNerd Dictationgithub.com
Free Linux tool for offline, system-wide dictation.
- 20 SSpeechloggerspeechlogger.appspot.com
- 21 MMonologuemonologue.to
System-wide dictation for Mac and iPhone, with offline use and personal vocabulary.
- 22 VVoiceittvoiceitt.com
System-wide speech dictation for Android, iOS, and the web.
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How to choose
Which platforms does it need to run on?
Start with the devices and operating systems where you plan to dictate. The board covers iOS, macOS, Windows, Android, web and Linux support.
If you need to dictate across devices, check the platform details for the specific tool rather than assuming support carries over.
Which dictation features fit my workflow?
Check whether you need offline dictation, custom vocabulary, audio-file import or system-wide dictation. These features can shape how the tool fits your work.
If you dictate for long periods, compare included minutes and supported languages before choosing.
How much does voice dictation software cost?
Check whether a tool has a free plan, a free trial or a paid starting price. For example, Aqua Voice lists a free plan and paid plans from $8 per month on annual billing; Google Docs lists a free plan, paid plans from $7 per user per month on annual billing, and a 14-day trial.
Pricing may be listed as per-user or annual pricing, or available on request. Compare the terms shown for the tool you are considering.
Can I use open-source code or a public API?
Check the open-source and public-API marks on the tool's entry if those matter to you. The board includes these as comparison points, but the marks are not a substitute for checking the individual tool's details.
Questions
Which voice dictation software works offline?
Offline dictation is one of the board's comparison fields. Check the individual tool's entry to see whether it supports it.
Can I dictate with custom vocabulary?
Custom vocabulary is included as a comparison field. Check the tool's entry for its support.
Can voice dictation software transcribe audio files?
Audio-file import is one of the compared features. Check the entry for the tool you are considering.
Which platforms should I check before choosing dictation software?
The board covers iOS, macOS, Windows, Android, web and Linux. Confirm support for the platform you need on the tool's entry.
How can I compare the cost of dictation tools?
Compare free plans, trials and paid starting prices, and note whether pricing is per user, annual or available on request.
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