Voice Dictation Guides & Tips
Guides, tutorials, and insights on voice dictation, speech to text, and AI transcription for Mac.
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Hearsy runs AI models locally on your Mac — no cloud, no subscription.
Download FreeSpeech to Text Chrome Extensions vs Native Mac Apps: What Actually Works
Chrome speech-to-text extensions only work inside Chrome tabs. Here's how they compare to native Mac dictation apps — and why the scope difference matters.
Sotto vs Hearsy: Local Mac Dictation Compared
Sotto and Hearsy are both local Mac dictation apps with Parakeet and Whisper. Here's an honest look at where they differ on pricing, AI cleanup, and features.
Siri Dictation on Mac: What It Can (and Can't) Do
A clear-eyed look at what Apple's Siri Dictation does well, where it falls short, and when to switch to a dedicated dictation tool like Hearsy.
How to Run Whisper Locally on Mac (Without the Command Line)
Whisper is a Python library, not a desktop app. Here's how to run it locally on your Mac without touching the terminal — including model sizes, RAM, and app options.
Otter AI Alternative: 5 Better Options for 2026
Looking for an Otter AI alternative? These 5 tools offer local processing, no subscription, and better privacy — whether you need meeting transcription or daily Mac dictation.
What Is OpenAI Whisper? A Complete Guide to Local AI Transcription
Whisper is OpenAI's open-source speech model — 680,000 hours of training, 99 languages, MIT license. How it works, model sizes, and how to use it on Mac.
On-Device AI Speech Recognition: How Apple Silicon Changed the Equation
On-device speech recognition now matches cloud accuracy on Apple Silicon. How the Neural Engine makes local AI transcription fast, private, and offline-capable.
Offline Dictation Software: How to Dictate Without an Internet Connection
Offline dictation software processes speech on-device with no internet required. Here's how on-device AI works, which Mac apps support it, and when you need it.
Notta AI vs Hearsy: Meeting Transcription vs Real-Time Dictation
Notta AI is a cloud meeting transcription tool starting at $8.17/month. Hearsy is a local macOS dictation app with a one-time price. This comparison covers use cases, privacy, AI training data policy, and pricing.
Notta AI Alternative: 5 Better Options for Mac in 2026
Looking for a Notta AI alternative? These 5 tools offer local processing, no subscription, or better meeting features — for Mac users who need more than cloud transcription.