Speech-to-text software for people with dyslexia
Focus on what you want to say, not how to spell it.
When spelling or typing interrupts your flow, speak instead. OpenWhispr turns your voice into editable text wherever your cursor is, so you can get the idea down and review it afterward.
Open source · 80,000+ downloads
When typing breaks the flow
You know what you want to say. Getting it typed is the hard part.
Start with your voice, keep the words moving, and stay with the app in front of you.
The thought arrives faster than the sentence.
When spelling or typing interrupts the thought, the blank page takes over. OpenWhispr turns what you say into text, so you can start with the idea instead.
You should not have to change apps to write.
A new writing tool can add another hurdle. Use a hotkey and dictate into the text field you already have open, then keep working from there.
A misspelled word can stop the next sentence.
Use the custom dictionary for names, course terms, and words you use often. It helps guide the transcription toward the words you mean.
The quick option and the private option should both be useful.
Cloud starts without a local model download. Local keeps transcription on your device and works offline. Pick the path that lets you get the words down.
What you get
Start with your voice. Get the words down.
Say the word, get editable text, and keep the idea moving. Choose Cloud for no model download, or local transcription for on-device and offline writing.
Speak instead of starting with the keyboard
Hold your hotkey and speak when the keyboard would slow you down. OpenWhispr gives you editable text ready to paste where you are writing, then you can review and correct it.
Cloud transcription when you want to start fast
Cloud gives you top accuracy and speed without a local model download. The transcription audio is discarded immediately after transcription.
Local transcription when you need it on your device
Local models run entirely on your device and work without an internet connection. Pick this path for device-only processing or a day with unreliable Wi-Fi.
Audio sent to us in local mode
None
local transcription stays on your device
Cost to start
$0
unlimited local dictation, forever
Choose the way you write
Cloud or local
start with Cloud or download a local model for offline writing
How it works
Get the thought down before it disappears.
Download free, choose the setup that fits, then say the next sentence before the thought disappears.
Download for free.
Mac, Windows or Linux. Start with Cloud if you want no model download. Choose local transcription for on-device and offline writing.
Speak the sentence.
Press your hotkey and say what you mean. OpenWhispr turns your speech into text.
Read and edit.
Keep the words that sound like you, change the ones that do not, and move on to the next idea.
Keep the thought moving
10 product facts for speech-to-text and dyslexia
Say the word instead of stopping at the keyboard. Then review the text and keep the idea moving.
Keep moving past the hard word
Use a hotkey to turn the next thought into text. The first pass gives you something to review instead of a blank page.
Unlimited local dictation is free
Run local speech-to-text on every plan at $0. There is no minute meter running while you get your words down.
Cloud is quick to start
Choose Cloud for top accuracy and speed without a local model download. It is the quickest way to start dictating.
Local works without Wi-Fi
Choose a local model when the internet is unreliable or you want device-only processing. Your speech stays on the computer doing the work.
Use the apps you already know
Dictate into the text field in front of you, then stay in Word, Docs, email, or the learning platform you already use.
Make names and key terms easier to catch
Add names, course terms, and recurring words to the custom dictionary. OpenWhispr sends them to transcription as hints, giving it more context for the words you mean.
Cloud audio is not kept
When you use OpenWhispr Cloud, audio is sent only to transcribe it and is immediately discarded after transcription.
Open source means you can inspect it
OpenWhispr is open source. You can look at how the app handles your speech instead of taking the claim on faith.
Keep writing in more than one language
OpenWhispr supports 100+ languages, so the speech-to-text option can fit the language you need to use.
Upgrade only when Cloud and workflow tools help
Free includes local models and a limited Cloud allowance. Pro adds unlimited Cloud transcription, sync, mobile, and API or MCP access.
Before you download
Questions about speech-to-text for dyslexia.
Straight answers before you try speech-to-text: writing, privacy, cost, and Cloud or local transcription.
What changes when spelling slows me down?
Should I choose Cloud or local transcription?
How can I give recurring names and terms a better chance of coming through?
Will it work when I have no internet?
Can I use it in Word, Google Docs, or email?
Is it actually free?
What users say
For people who would rather talk than fight the keyboard.
These are general OpenWhispr reviews, not testimonials about dyslexia.
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Audio stored on our servers in local mode
With local transcription, audio stays on your device. With Cloud, audio is sent only to transcribe it, then immediately discarded.
Started using OpenWhispr with my local models and hardware. I have to say, this is better than typing.
I switched to voice input for my Claude Code chats. Even when I stumble and rephrase mid-sentence, the transcription comes out clean and polished.
I needed a local model for when I'm travelling or have no WiFi, and this perfectly solves it. The UI and performance are great.
Pricing
Free forever.
Upgrade when you want more.
Free $0No card details needed | Pro $6.67/user/mo$80/user billed annually Start with Pro | BusinessMost Popular $13.33/user/mo$160/user billed annually Start with Business | |
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| Best for | People who want unlimited local transcription and a free start with Cloud | People who want unlimited Cloud transcription plus mobile, sync, and API or MCP access | People recording at volume with Agent mode and chat over data |
| Main reason to choose | Unlimited local transcription plus a limited Cloud allowance | Unlimited Cloud transcription plus mobile, sync, and API/MCP access | Unlimited meeting recordings plus Agent mode and chat over data |
| Offline speech-to-textOffline speech-to-text runs entirely on your own device, it works without internet connection, and it's unlimited and free. | Included | Included | Included |
| Cloud speech-to-textCloud speech-to-text sends audio to OpenWhispr Cloud for the highest accuracy and speed, with no local models to download. | 2,000 words/week via OpenWhispr Cloud, or unlimited using your own API keys | Unlimited OpenWhispr Cloud speech-to-text | Unlimited OpenWhispr Cloud speech-to-text |
| Meeting recordings | 5 hours/month | 20 hours/month | Unlimited |
| Privacy & data handling | Offline audio stays on your device. Cloud audio is sent only to transcribe it, then never stored. | Offline audio stays on your device. Cloud audio is sent only to transcribe it, then never stored. | Offline audio stays on your device. Cloud audio is sent only to transcribe it, then never stored. |
| Setup experience | Hands-on: install app, choose local models, optionally add API keys | Easy: install app, upgrade, use unlimited cloud speech-to-text | Moderate: configure users, Agent mode, and data workflows |
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| Team management | None | None | Basic team / workflow use |
| Support | Community support | Email support | Priority support |
Need SSO, compliance features, admin controls, or dedicated support for a larger team?
We also offer a custom Enterprise plan with managed onboarding and tailored features.
Talk to us
Built in the open
Your ideas should not get stuck at the keyboard.
OpenWhispr started with a simple idea: getting words onto the page should not depend on getting every keystroke right the first time.
We build in public. Every release and every line of code is on GitHub, where people can inspect how local transcription works instead of taking it on faith.
Community support is available in Discord.
Free · open source · speech-to-text
Say the next sentence instead of stopping at the keyboard.
Download OpenWhispr, speak the next thought while it is fresh, then paste, review, and edit the text before continuing.
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