Side by side
Aiko vs Tactiq
Both stand on speech-to-text software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial iPhoneMac
Aiko focuses on private, on-device transcription for Apple platforms, with many language options and practical export formats. Its missing live and built-in batch modes are important considerations for meeting and bulk-processing workflows.
Visit Aiko
Free plan WebMac
Visit Tactiq The facts
| Aiko | Tactiq | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | Web, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Aiko: $24, paid once | Pro: $8 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Tactiq |
| Website | sindresorhus.com | tactiq.io |
| On speech-to-text software | #24 of 35 | #20 of 35 |
Aiko: what it does well
- Runs Whisper locally on the device
- Supports audio in 100 languages
- Exports JSON, CSV, and subtitles
- Works with Apple Shortcuts
- 14-day full trial has no limitations
What to know first
- No free plan is listed
- No built-in live transcription
- No built-in batch transcription
- Does not accept OGG files