Superwhisper Alternatives for Mac

There are many alternatives to Superwhisper for Mac if you are looking for a replacement. The best Mac alternative is Vibe Transcribe, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Superwhisper and loads of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Superwhisper are OpenWhispr, TypeWhisper, BetterAudio and Onit AI.

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  1. Vibe Transcribe icon
     72 likes

    Delivers offline transcription of audio and video using local AI for privacy, supports batch processing, multi-language input, real-time preview, multi-format export, English translation, direct printing, system audio, microphone input, CLI, and setup customization on Windows, Linux, or macOS.

    218 Vibe Transcribe alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  2. OpenWhispr icon
     22 likes

    Transforms spoken language into text using Whisper, supporting local and cloud AI, instant transcription, custom dictionaries, auto-paste, privacy-first local processing, cross-platform compatibility, Pro and free tiers, detailed history, and advanced customization options.

    101 OpenWhispr alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
     
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    OpenWhispr vs Superwhisper Comments
    mostrillo2001
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    It works just better and it's free

    • OpenWhispr is Freemium and Open SourceSuperwhisper is Freemium and Proprietary
    • OpenWhispr is Privacy focused and LightweightSuperwhisper is not according to our users
  3. TypeWhisper icon
     26 likes

    Runs privacy-focused speech-to-text locally on macOS, enabling system-wide dictation, batch audio and video file transcription, multi-engine support, drag-and-drop workflows, per-app profiles, searchable history, subtitle export with timestamps, and automation integration.

    93 TypeWhisper alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  4. BetterAudio icon
     7 likes

    Advanced macOS menu bar tool with customizable per-app volume, fast audio device switching, Multi-Output playback, external monitor control, privacy-focused AI transcription, media keys routing, Now Playing info, smart muting, and full HUD customization.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
     
  5. Onit AI icon
     10 likes

    Onit AI Copilot offers a comprehensive desktop AI chat assistant with local processing and multi-provider support. It prioritizes customization, extensibility, and user privacy by operating entirely on-device without needing an internet connection, ensuring data security.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  6. Spokenly icon
     17 likes

    Voice recognition software offering real-time transcription across any Mac app, instant customizable shortcuts, support for diverse accents, visual cues, privacy-focused with no hidden data collection, reduces manual typing, fully integrates for note taking, chat, or drafting.

    176 Spokenly alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
     
  7. SpeakoFlow icon
     17 likes

    Open-source desktop assistant enabling live dictation, customizable AI replies, language translation, screen-aware responses, chat panel, and on-device processing with full privacy controls. Works fully offline or with user-selected models. Hotkeys and settings customizable.

    58 SpeakoFlow alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  8. Whisper icon
     27 likes

    An open-source, end-to-end speech recognition system trained on 680,000 hours of diverse audio, providing multilingual transcription, to-English translation, language identification, phrase-level timestamps, and high performance in real-world scenarios using transformer architecture.

    211 Whisper alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  9. FluidVoice icon
     7 likes

    Processes voice-to-text instantly on Mac with privacy-first local AI, zero delay, no subscriptions, open-source code, optional context-enhanced transcription, direct input into any app, hardware-optimized performance, and full offline control.

    114 FluidVoice alternatives

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    • Mac
     
  10. TranscribeX icon
     9 likes

    Local macOS solution for fast AI-powered transcription and translation of audio or video in over 100 languages, featuring speaker diarization, batch processing, GPU acceleration, file-type flexibility, drag-and-drop support, advanced editing, and secure privacy.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  11. VoiceInk icon
     8 likes

    Instantly converts spoken words to text using local AI for near-perfect accuracy and privacy, with real-time transcription, seamless macOS integration, user-supplied AI keys, multiple language support, and no cloud data upload required.

    162 VoiceInk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
     
  12. Paraspeech icon
     6 likes

    Fully offline speech-to-text for macOS, prioritizing privacy by processing all transcriptions on device, optimized for Apple Silicon, lightweight at under 200MB RAM, compatible with any app, efficient in the background, with no recurring subscription, and fast model setup.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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