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Spokenly vs DiffCue

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Spokenly compared with DiffCue
DetailSpokenly logo SpokenlyDiffCue logo DiffCue
What it doesFree AI dictation for Mac, Windows, Linux and iPhone that works offline Code review for uncommitted git changes before you commit
StageStartup Startup
Founded2025 Not given
Based inNot given CA
Pricing modelFreemium Paid
PricingFree: Local Whisper and Parakeet models with unlimited offline use, bring your own API keys. Local+ $29 one-time purchase adds Notch and Capsule recording styles, settings sync, priority support. Pro $8.33/month (billed $99.99/year) or $9.99/month adds cloud models and AI text cleanup. Team plan $6. 5 free reviews with no signup or credit card, then $4.99 once for unlimited use on up to 2 Macs. A review includes every AI summary, explanation, and chat message for one repo for one day. No subscription; 30-day refund policy. Free 1.x updates included.
Key features
  • Supports 100+ languages with automatic detection
  • Free local Whisper and Parakeet models for offline transcription
  • Works in any application that accepts text input
  • Real-time streaming transcription as you speak
  • AI text cleanup with grammar and formatting
  • Searchable dictation history with audio replay
  • Bring your own API keys from OpenAI, Deepgram, Groq and others
  • Claude Code and MCP server integration for AI agents
  • Agent Mode for voice-controlled macOS automation
  • Meeting recording and transcription on Mac
  • Hunk-by-hunk code explanation with AI
  • Interactive chat thread per hunk for follow-up questions
  • Side-by-side before and after view of changes
  • One-line AI summary for each file
  • Saved chat threads and explanations that persist between sessions
  • Support for OpenAI, OpenRouter, or any OpenAI-compatible endpoint
  • API key stored securely in macOS Keychain
  • Works with code written by humans or AI agents
  • License works on up to 2 Macs
What makes it different
  • Completely free offline dictation with local AI models, no account or payment required
  • Works private and offline with voice never leaving your device
  • Better than native Mac dictation with modern AI models handling technical terms and accents
  • System-wide voice input across all applications without per-app installation
  • 100,000+ active users with 4.8 App Store rating from 2,000+ reviews
  • One-time $4.99 purchase with no subscription or recurring fees
  • Free trial with 5 reviews and no signup or credit card required
  • Built specifically for reviewing uncommitted changes, not a general git client with chat attached
  • Your code never leaves your chosen AI provider, never sent to DiffCue
  • Interacts with AI agents from Cursor, Copilot, Claude Code, and Windsurf
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)55 no change since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)90
Citation Flow (Majestic)3812
Referring domains (Majestic)5201

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