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Best Ai Dictation Apps in 2026

AI dictation apps convert spoken words into text for notes, documents and other writing tasks. This list helps you compare desktop, mobile and web options by supported platforms and dictation features.

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    Aqua Voice

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1
    7.7 Free plan · paid from $8/mo (annual) Visit site
  2. 2

    Dictanote

    by Dictanote
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Dictanote brings voice input and note organization together, with transcription and rewriting options through AudioScribe.

    7.7 Free plan · paid from $8/mo (annual) Visit site
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    Google Docs

    Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+1

    Google Docs combines document editing, collaboration, offline access, and compatibility with Word and PDF files.

    7.5 Free plan · paid from $7/user/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
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    OpenASR

    Free plan APILinuxMac+2

    Choose OpenASR if local processing and offline transcription matter, or if you need its CLI and local server.

    7.3 Open source Visit site
  5. 5

    Speechify

    by Speechify
    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+4

    Speechify offers a free entry point and a monthly Premium plan with higher voice and playback-speed limits. Choose based on the listed languages, voices and speed you need.

    7.2 Free plan · paid from $29/mo Visit site
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    MacWhisper

    by MacWhisper
    Free plan iPhoneMac

    MacWhisper covers transcription, meeting recording, dictation, and transcript workflows, with a free plan and a paid one-time Pro option.

    7.1 Free plan · paid from €64 Visit site
  7. 7

    SabreVoice

    by SabreVoice
    Free plan LinuxMacWindows

    SabreVoice combines offline dictation with optional prompt-based text formatting across three operating systems.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
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    Speechnotes

    by Speechnotes
    Free plan AndroidExtensionWeb

    Speechnotes offers free online dictation alongside a separate pay-as-you-go transcription option. Its cloud-only dictation is a constraint for anyone who needs to work offline.

    7.0 Free plan · paid from $1.90/mo (annual) Visit site
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    Superwhisper

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3

    Superwhisper offers cross-app dictation, context-aware formatting, and an offline on-device option. Review the trial limit and cloud-model handling if you plan to use cloud processing.

    7.0 Free plan · paid from $8.49/mo Visit site
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    Voice In

    Free plan ExtensionLinuxMac+1

    Choose Voice In if you want speech-to-text across web fields in Chrome or Edge, with built-in voice commands and a daily free allowance.

    7.0 Free plan · 5-day trial Visit site
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    Wispr Flow

    by Wispr Flow
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1

    Wispr Flow combines cross-app dictation with language detection, editing, and team features.

    6.9 Free plan · paid from $12/user/mo (annual) Visit site
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    Microsoft Word

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2

    Word covers document editing across web, mobile, and desktop, with offline editing and collaboration. The free plan is web-based; desktop Word and additional storage appear in paid plans.

    6.8 Free plan · paid from $7/user/mo (annual) Visit site
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    Dictea

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.4 Free plan Visit site
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    Gboard Voice Typing

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
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    HushQuill

    Free plan MacWindows
    6.1 Free plan · paid from $39 Visit site
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    OpenTypeless

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    6.1 Free plan · paid from $4.99/mo Visit site
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    Quobi

    Free plan LinuxWindows
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
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    SpeakoFlow

    Free plan LinuxMacWindows
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
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    Dragon Legal

    Paid Windows

    Dragon Legal v16 combines legal dictation, transcription, vocabulary customization, macros, accessibility controls, and organizational management.

    5.5 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Dragon Professional

    Paid Windows

    Dragon Professional v16 covers live dictation, audio transcription, and voice-command workflows on Windows.

    5.5 Pricing on request Visit site
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    TongueType

    Free plan Mac
    5.5 Free plan · paid from $19.99 Visit site
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    VoiceInk

    Free trial iPhoneMac

    VoiceInk offers broad dictation and editing tools with local processing by default. Check the Mac hardware requirement and the unusual one-time-purchase pricing presentation before buying.

    5.5 From $25 Visit site
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    SuperSpeech

    Paid MacWindows
    4.2 From $9.99/mo Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Check whether a free plan or trial covers your needs, and note when payment starts. If you need to read or change the code, review the licence; OpenASR is listed as open source. Compare transcription languages, offline use, custom vocabulary, AI rewriting, voice commands and meeting recording before choosing.

Questions

Which AI dictation apps have a free plan?

Aqua Voice, Dictea, Gboard Voice Typing, Google Docs, HushQuill, Microsoft Word, OpenASR and OpenTypeless list free plans. Pricing terms can differ.

Which option is open source?

OpenASR is listed as open source. Review its licence before using or modifying the code.

What platforms are covered?

The list covers Windows, macOS, iOS, Linux, Android and web apps. Check a tool's platform details before choosing.

Do any tools offer a free trial?

Google Docs lists a 14-day trial. Check the current trial terms before starting.

What should I compare besides price?

Compare transcription languages, offline dictation, custom vocabulary, AI rewrite tools, voice commands and meeting recording support.

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