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Spokenly vs NovaVoice

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Spokenly compared with NovaVoice
DetailSpokenly logo SpokenlyNovaVoice logo NovaVoice
What it doesFree AI dictation for Mac, Windows, Linux and iPhone that works offline Voice-powered productivity copilot for desktop
StageStartup Not given
Founded2025 Not given
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
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. Free plan with limited features; Standard plan at $10/month (locked for first 5,000 paying users); Team plan at $8/seat/month
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
  • Speech-to-text dictation with context-aware formatting
  • AI voice assistant accessible by voice from anywhere
  • Terms dictionary for saving and inserting common phrases
  • Text formatting styles that can be applied on demand
  • Action approval system for user control
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
  • Dictation up to 200 words per minute, 4x faster than typing
  • Works across macOS, Windows, and Linux
  • Free plan available with no credit card required
  • Voice control for third-party apps with built-in safety guardrails
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 check25 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)99
Citation Flow (Majestic)3827
Referring domains (Majestic)520165

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