# OpenWhispr OpenWhispr turns speech into text for dictation and meeting notes, with on-device transcription for offline use and optional cloud processing across desktop and iOS. - Findings24: - Website: - Pricing: Freemium - Categories: AI Meeting Assistant, Speech-to-Text ## What is OpenWhispr? OpenWhispr is open-source dictation and speech-to-text software for macOS, Windows, Linux, and iOS. It converts speech into text for use in apps that accept text, and can also support meeting recording and transcription. Users can run speech recognition locally on their device, including offline, or choose cloud transcription. The product is aimed at people who want voice input for writing, app interactions, and meeting notes, with paid plans adding higher cloud and meeting limits along with collaboration and administration options. ## What can OpenWhispr do? ### Local and offline speech recognition Run supported speech-to-text models on-device. The site says local dictation works offline and that audio for local dictation is not sent to the service. ### Cloud transcription and API keys Choose OpenWhispr Cloud or use your own API keys for cloud transcription. The free tier includes up to 2,000 words per week of OpenWhispr Cloud transcription; plan limits vary. ### Voice input across apps Dictated text can be entered wherever text is accepted, including the listed examples of ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Slack, and Google Docs. ### Voice instructions and text cleanup Give instructions by voice, such as asking to clean up a message or draft an email; the site demonstrates spoken text being turned into a polished written message. ### Language detection and custom vocabulary Supports more than 100 languages with automatic detection, and includes a custom dictionary for names, jargon, and other specialized terms. ### Meeting recording and transcription Record meetings and transcribe them, with speaker labels. Recording-hour allowances depend on the plan. ## Use Cases ### Draft messages and documents by voice Speak text or dictate a message, then use it in a writing app or another text-entry field instead of typing. ### Use voice with AI and developer tools Provide spoken prompts in applications such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Cursor, including when composing messages or instructions. ### Capture meeting notes Record a meeting and produce a transcription with speaker labels; monthly recording limits depend on the selected plan. ### Dictate while offline Use local speech models to dictate when a network connection is unavailable, such as while traveling. ### Work with multilingual or specialized vocabulary Dictate in supported languages with automatic detection, and add custom terms such as names or technical jargon to the dictionary. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Which platforms does OpenWhispr support? The site lists macOS, Windows, Linux, and iOS. Its plan comparison specifies iPhone and iPad availability on Pro, Business, and Enterprise plans. ### Can I dictate without an internet connection? Yes. OpenWhispr says local speech-to-text runs on-device and works offline. Cloud transcription requires choosing a cloud workflow. ### Can I use my own transcription API keys? Yes. The pricing comparison lists support for bringing your own API keys on every plan. ### What are the free-plan limits? The free plan includes unlimited local dictation, up to 2,000 words per week of OpenWhispr Cloud transcription, and five hours of meeting recordings per month. ### Does OpenWhispr work in other apps? The site says it works wherever text is accepted and gives examples including ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Slack, and Google Docs. ## Quick Facts - **Product type**: Open-source dictation and speech-to-text software - **Platforms**: macOS, Windows, Linux, and iOS - **Languages**: More than 100, with automatic detection - **Local dictation**: Unlimited on all plans; supports offline use - **Free cloud transcription**: Up to 2,000 words per week - **Free meeting recordings**: Five hours per month