NVIDIA Parakeet 2

Open-source dictation and transcription software with local processing OpenWhispr is open-source dictation software that converts speech into formatted text. It runs locally on your device, supports local speech-to-text models and optional cloud transcription, and works across macOS, Windows, Linux, and iOS. Users can dictate across apps, transcribe audio, create meeting notes, customize AI instructions, and choose their preferred model. The software supports more than 100 languages, offline use, and custom vocabulary.

Private, on-device voice-to-text dictation app for Mac with no cloud processing. Dictato is a private, fast voice-to-text dictation application specifically built for macOS. It allows users to transcribe speech directly into any application—such as Gmail, Slack, or VS Code—using a global hotkey. The app operates 100% on-device, meaning no audio data is ever sent to the cloud, ensuring total privacy. It features three different transcription engines (Whisper, Parakeet, and Apple) to balance speed and language support, and it bypasses the standard 60-second limitation found in Apple's built-in dictation. It is designed for professionals who need to capture ideas at the speed of thought without compromising security.