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Open-source alternatives to SpeechTexter

SpeechTexter is not described as open source on its own site. 11 of the 42 other voice dictation apps in this directory are open source, according to their own sites.

SpeechTexter is free to use. 9 of them are free or have a free plan.

11 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from

How each one differs from SpeechTexter

  1. VoiceInk

    Open-source Mac dictation with local models and a one-time price

    • VoiceInk starts at $25 one-time, for 1 Mac. SpeechTexter is free.
    • SpeechTexter has a free plan. VoiceInk does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only VoiceInk lists macOS and iOS apps.
    • Only SpeechTexter lists a web app.
    VoiceInk pricing and details

  2. OpenWhispr

    Open-source dictation with free local models and meeting notes

    • OpenWhispr starts at $6.67 per user / month, billed annually at $80 ($8 billed monthly). SpeechTexter is free.
    • Only OpenWhispr lists macOS, Windows, Linux and iOS apps.
    • Only SpeechTexter lists a web app.
    • OpenWhispr is open source, according to its own site.
    OpenWhispr pricing and details

  3. Voicetypr

    Offline-first dictation for Mac and Windows with a one-time price

    • Voicetypr starts at $39 one-time, for 1 device. SpeechTexter is free.
    • SpeechTexter has a free plan. Voicetypr does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Voicetypr lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only SpeechTexter lists a web app.
    Voicetypr pricing and details

  4. TypeWhisper

    Open-source dictation with local engines for Mac, PC, iOS and Android

    • TypeWhisper starts at €5 per month, or from €99 one-time, for up to 3 devices. SpeechTexter is free.
    • Only TypeWhisper lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • Only SpeechTexter lists a web app.
    • TypeWhisper is open source, according to its own site.
    TypeWhisper pricing and details

  5. Amical

    Open-source AI dictation with free local models and optional cloud

    • Amical starts at $7 per month, billed annually at $84 ($10 billed monthly). SpeechTexter is free.
    • Only Amical lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • Only SpeechTexter lists a web app.
    • Amical is open source, according to its own site.
    Amical pricing and details

  6. Voxtype

    Open-source push-to-talk dictation for Linux and macOS

    • Voxtype is free. SpeechTexter is free.
    • Only Voxtype lists macOS and Linux apps.
    • Only SpeechTexter lists a web app.
    • Voxtype is open source, according to its own site.
    Voxtype pricing and details

  7. Vibe

    Free open-source desktop app that transcribes audio offline

    • Vibe is free. SpeechTexter is free.
    • Only Vibe lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only SpeechTexter lists a web app.
    • Vibe is open source, according to its own site.
    Vibe pricing and details

  8. Handy

    Free, open-source offline speech-to-text for desktop

    • Handy is free. SpeechTexter is free.
    • Only Handy lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only SpeechTexter lists a web app.
    • Handy is open source, according to its own site.
    Handy pricing and details

  9. FluidVoice

    Free, open-source on-device dictation for macOS

    • FluidVoice is free. SpeechTexter is free.
    • Only FluidVoice lists a macOS app.
    • Only SpeechTexter lists a web app.
    • FluidVoice is open source, according to its own site.
    FluidVoice pricing and details

  10. Whispering

    Open-source dictation app that uses your own models or API keys

    • Whispering is free. SpeechTexter is free.
    • Only Whispering lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Whispering is open source, according to its own site.
    • SpeechTexter also covers transcription and notes.
    Whispering pricing and details

  11. Voquill

    Open-source AI dictation for desktop and mobile, free to run locally

    • Voquill starts at $8 per month, billed annually ($12 billed monthly). SpeechTexter is free.
    • Only Voquill lists macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    • Only SpeechTexter lists a web app.
    • Voquill is open source, according to its own site.
    Voquill pricing and details

Common questions

Is there an open-source alternative to SpeechTexter?

Yes. VoiceInk, OpenWhispr, Voicetypr, TypeWhisper, Amical, Voxtype, Vibe, Handy and 3 more are open source, according to their own sites.

Is SpeechTexter open source?

SpeechTexter is not described as open source on its own site. The listing was checked on Nov 12, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these voice dictation apps are free?

OpenWhispr, TypeWhisper, Amical, Voxtype, Vibe, Handy, FluidVoice, Whispering and 1 more are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to SpeechTexter: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.