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Type so fast your boss will think there's 3 of you

Meet your personal scribe. Just talk — BetterDictation types it perfectly into any app, in over 100 languages.

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Trusted by 6,000+ people who write all day, at places like

A day with BetterDictation

Your whole day, out loud.

One shortcut, every app on your Mac. Here's what 150 words a minute does to an ordinary Tuesday.

Mail 7:58 AM

Inbox zero before the coffee's done

Hi Priya — yes to Thursday. Send over the contract and I'll have notes back to you by lunch.

⌥ Space spoken in 9 seconds

Slack 9:30 AM

The standup you didn't have to type

Shipped the onboarding fix yesterday. Today I'm profiling the slow search query — no blockers.

⌥ Space spoken in 11 seconds

Claude 2:14 PM

Prompt AI as fast as you think

Refactor this to use async streams, keep the public API stable, and add tests for the timeout path.

⌥ Space spoken in 12 seconds

Notes 11:42 PM

Catch ideas before they vanish

Pitch: onboarding emails that read like a friend wrote them. Draft three versions tomorrow.

⌥ Space spoken in 8 seconds

Accuracy

Accurate on the first try.

Powered by OpenAI's Whisper, running entirely on Apple's Neural Engine. It nails names, jargon and accents — no cloud round-trips, no spun-up fans, and nothing ever leaves your Mac.

✓ Pixel-perfect

"Schedule the kickoff for Tuesday at 9 and loop in the design team."

Apple Neural Engine On-device

You say

lets eat grandma

It writes

Let's eat, Grandma!

✓ Punctuation added

Punctuation

Perfect punctuation in over 100 languages.

Saying "comma" and "new paragraph" out loud? Relics of the past. BetterDictation reads your meaning, not just your words — placing every comma, period and question mark exactly where you'd want it, in any of 100+ languages.

Speed

Work at the Speed of Thought.

You think at 150 words a minute and type at 40. Dictation closes the gap: long emails, messages and docs come out in a fraction of the time — and your wrists get a break.

4×

faster than typing

words / minute

Your hands 40

A fast typist 100

You, talking 150

The speed test

Less Editing →
More Sending.

Not only are we fast — we're accurate. You'll never have to go back and check for errors.

Manual Typing

Send the Q3 deck to the team and let them

Key by key · slow

BetterDictation

Send the Q3 deck to the team and let them know we ship Friday.

Dictation

Send the cue three deck to the team and let them no we ship Friday.

Misheard words & typos

Works in 100+ languages
and any accent!

BetterDictation Pro

Say it messy. Send it polished.

Pro adds an extra AI pass to every dictation — cutting the "ums", fixing your grammar, and formatting your thoughts the second you stop talking.

You said raw

Hey Sarah, um can you send me the, the latest deck before the call, uh and the Q3 budget numbers too. Oh, and let marketing know we're pushing the launch to Friday, no wait, Thursday.

Pro

Pro writes ✦ cleaned

Hey Sarah, before the call could you send me:

• The latest deck
• The Q3 budget numbers

Also — let marketing know we're pushing the launch to Thursday.

Cuts the filler

Every "um", "uh" and false start, removed automatically.

Formats it for you

Bullets, numbered lists and clean paragraphs — instantly.

Polishes grammar

Tightens sentences and fixes typos so it reads like you wrote it.

$2/mo billed annually

Learn more

Free for 3 months with the Flex plan.

Testimonials

The people who write the most type the least.

Founders, engineers and writers reach for it hundreds of times a week — here's what they say.

6,000+ happy customers — and counting

"For longer messages, you can dictate 5 times faster than typing... it works in app... there's not a single fault, it's pixel perfect!"

Micode

Underscore_ · 645k Subscribers

"I use it for everything… probably 70% of my writing — emails, first drafts. It is 5x faster than typing."

Chris Albon

Director of Machine Learning, Wikimedia

BetterDictation is great! I've been using it every day and it replaced my Siri shortcut workflow that I had built. Can't wait until it comes to iOS too!

Jeremy Cai

CEO of Italic via Email

Je crois que je suis devenu addicte de BetterDictation :)

Thierry

@PlacePython

Hi Thomas, I just wanted to say that this is a game changer for me - and I'm even using it to type this email right now. It is simply changing human-computer interaction for me. And allows me to be way more creative and get a lot more ideas down on paper. With a lot less stopping to fix things like in the past using Apple's terrible dictation.

Tal Raviv

via Email

If you like using dictation you should try BetterDictation Mac app. It uses whisper and it works way better than apples imo. I use it all day everyday.

Nick Franck

@nfcodes

Software Engineer @ Meta

Just installed it this morning and I'm already in that state that I can't live without it anymore. Works really great for German and without to change anything also, like this email, in English. I am really, really impressed. It's really fantastic.

Oliver Knezevic

via Email

If you have RSI like me you know typing hurts like a bitch. I've been trying to do my highest leverage work, which is to write with whatever hang strength I have left and BetterDictation has been a huge lever I use to just get stuff on the page.

Jason Liu

@jxnlco

I'm sold. Will upgrade. Thanks for making my life even better man ❤️❤️

Ch Daniel

@chddaniel

Pricing

Pay once. Talk forever.

No subscription for the app — your license is yours for life, updates included. Pro is an optional add-on you can try free.

Basic

Everything you need to dictate on a single Mac.

$39 /lifetime

Single device license
Lifetime basic transcription
Regular updates

Flex

Three Macs, one license — with 3 months of Pro on us.

$49 /lifetime

then $2/mo for Pro

billed annually

3 device license
Lifetime basic transcription
3 free months of Pro
Stammer correction & automatic formatting
AI post-processing of every dictation

Studio

Ten Macs, plus a dedicated account manager.

$149 /lifetime

then $2/mo/device for Pro

billed annually

10 device license
Lifetime basic transcription
Dedicated account manager
3 free months of Pro

Enterprise

Rolling it out to a bigger team? Unlimited devices, volume discounts, custom onboarding and bespoke feature development.

Contact Sales

14-day money-back guarantee License in your inbox in minutes Runs entirely on your Mac

Already have a license?

Upgrade to Pro

Stammer Correction
Automatic Formatting
Post-processing using OpenAI prompts

$2/ month

(Billed annually)

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before you talk instead of type.

What languages does BetterDictation speech-to-text support?

BetterDictation supports 100+ languages for speech-to-text transcription, including English, Spanish, German, French, Chinese, Arabic, Russian, and more. It's ideal for multilingual users, who need reliable transcription software that can autodetect languages.

Is BetterDictation suitable for beginners looking for an easy dictation tool?

Yes, BetterDictation is beginner-friendly with a simple setup and intuitive offline transcription—no complex configurations needed. Unlike Wispr Flow or Superwhisper, which may overwhelm new users with cloud features, our speech-to-text app offers straightforward dictation for all skill levels. Add the BetterDictation Pro feature if looking for more customizations.

Is BetterDictation compatible with my Intel Mac?

No, BetterDictation isn't supported on Intel Macs (pre-2020 models). It relies on the Apple Neural Engine, found in M1 and later chips, for efficient voice-to-text processing. On Intel-based Macs, this dictation software would demand excessive system resources, leading to a subpar transcription experience. For optimal performance, BetterDictation requires Apple Silicon (M1 or newer) hardware.

Does BetterDictation need an internet connection to work?

No, BetterDictation operates fully offline, processing voice-to-text locally on your device. Enjoy seamless dictation software without Wi-Fi or data—perfect for secure, internet-free transcription anywhere. Looking to use the BetterDictation Pro Features? You'll need internet access, for now!

Is BetterDictation a subscription or a one time purchase?

One time purchase! Since the models are running locally, on-device, other than developing the software there is no marginal cost to us to operate. Therefore, we think a one time purchase makes sense. Looking to use the Pro Features? There is a small monthly fee (we bill annually). Check out the BetterDictation pricing page for more information.

What is BetterDictation Pro?

Better Dictation Pro makes you sound like a pro with stammer correction, automatic formatting and post-processing using OpenAI prompts to take your dictations to the next level. If you purchase the BetterDictation Flex Plan you get 3 months of Pro for free to see if you like it. If you decide it's not for you, you can cancel your subscription at any time and keep your lifetime purchase of the Basic BetterDictation software.

What apps are compatible with BetterDictation?

BetterDictation works with every app! As a system-level dictation tool, it seamlessly integrates across all your applications. Once voice-to-text transcription is complete, our software types the results directly into your chosen app—whether it's a word processor, email client, or note-taking platform. Check out this demo to see this versatile transcription software in action!

How do I install and customize BetterDictation?

Visit the BetterDictation User Guide for details on installation, troubleshooting, customizations. We include video tutorials and examples of how to optimize BetterDictation for your needs.

How fast is BetterDictation's voice-to-text processing compared to Superwhisper?

BetterDictation now uses whisper-large-v3-turbo providing lightning-fast voice-to-text processing thanks to local execution on M1 or newer Macs, often outpacing Superwhisper's cloud-dependent speeds. This dictation software ensures quick transcription turnaround, ideal for time-sensitive tasks without internet delays. Want to see how it works? Check out this video.

Can BetterDictation handle professional transcription needs better than Superwhisper?

Yes, BetterDictation is designed for professional transcription with offline, on-device processing that ensures speed and security. Unlike Superwhisper, which may rely on cloud features, our speech-to-text tool is ideal for writers, journalists, and businesses needing dependable, private dictation without connectivity hiccups.

What is the BetterDictation Privacy Policy?

BetterDictation ensures top-tier privacy with no collection of audio clips or dictated content tied to your use of this voice-to-text app. Our dictation software never stores audio recordings or transcripts—everything stays fully on-device. Enjoy secure, private transcription with offline processing, keeping your data safe and confidential. Looking to use the BetterDictation Pro Features? BetterDictation Pro uses OpenAI to clean your transcripts and post-process the results. The BetterDictation privacy policy is outlined here.

How does BetterDictation's push-to-talk mode work for quick dictations?

For fast transcriptions, BetterDictation's push-to-talk mode shines. Push-to-Talk (PTT): Press and hold the shortcut to dictate; release to stop — the BetterDictation voice-to-text app transcribes instantly, it's perfect for short, on-the-go dictations.

Can I use BetterDictation for long-form dictation?

Yes, BetterDictation's toggle-to-talk mode is ideal for long-form dictation. Toggle-to-Talk: Press and release to start dictating; press again to stop and transcribe. Use Toggle-to-talk for hands-free dictation, simply press the shortcut, speak at length, then press the shortcut again, to stop and see your transcription by BetterDictation.

Can I get a refund?

If after purchase you find that the software doesn't work for you. You can reach out to support@betterdictation.com to request a refund within 14 days of purchase.

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