Spokenly
Spokenly is an AI dictation app for Mac, Windows, Linux and iPhone that types your speech at the cursor in any app. It runs Whisper and Parakeet models locally for free offline dictation in 100+ languages, supports your own API keys or managed cloud models, cleans up text with AI instructions and includes an MCP server for coding agents.
Pros
- Unlimited free offline dictation with local models
- 100+ languages with automatic detection
- local-only mode blocks all network requests
- bring your own API keys at no extra charge
- searchable dictation history
- one-time Local+ option
- 14-day refund on Pro
Cons
- Managed cloud models and hosted AI cleanup require Pro or your own API keys
- accuracy varies by model and language
- Local+ is not yet available in the Mac App Store version
Cost
Free forever (local models, own API keys). Local+: $29 one-time. Pro: $9.99/month or $99.99/year ($8.33/month). Team seats get 30% off; students 50% off Pro.
Verdict
An excellent choice for anyone who dictates a lot, especially developers prompting coding agents and privacy-minded users who want offline transcription.
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