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TalkTastic vs VoiceInk
Both stand on dictation software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Mac
TalkTastic turns speech into text across macOS apps and can use on-screen context to adjust it. Check the language and permission requirements before choosing it.
Visit TalkTastic 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.
Visit VoiceInkThe facts
| TalkTastic | VoiceInk | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac | iPhone, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Solo: $25, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | talktastic.com | tryvoiceink.com |
| On dictation software | #20 of 27 | #24 of 27 |
TalkTastic: what it does well
- Works in macOS apps that accept typed or pasted text.
- Offers three ways to start recording.
- Supports custom vocabulary.
- Snapshots can be disabled or set to auto-delete.
- Free Beta plan.
What to know first
- Currently available only in English.
- Requires macOS 13.1 or later.
- Requires microphone, speech recognition, screen recording, and accessibility permissions.
- End-to-end encryption is still in development.
VoiceInk: what it does well
- Offline dictation and local transcription
- Custom vocabulary and Smart Replace
- Voice commands supported
- Writing tools rewrite and structure text
- Open-source project
What to know first
- Requires Apple Silicon Mac
- Requires macOS 14.4 or later
- No free plan
- Cloud options send audio or text
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