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TypeWhisper alternatives
TypeWhisper compared with 5 alternatives: VoiceInk, Handy, OpenWhispr, Superwhisper and Spokenly.
TypeWhisper has a free plan. Paid plans start at €5 per month, or from €99 one-time, for up to 3 devices. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| TypeWhisperThis tool | Free plan · from €5/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| VoiceInk | Free trial · from $25 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Handy | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| OpenWhispr | Free plan · from $6.67/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS |
| Superwhisper | Free plan · from $8.49/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Spokenly | Free plan · from $8.33/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS |
How each one differs from TypeWhisper
- Free trial · from $25 one-time
VoiceInk
Open-source Mac dictation with local models and a one-time price
- VoiceInk starts at $25 one-time, for 1 Mac. TypeWhisper starts at €5 per month, or from €99 one-time, for up to 3 devices.
- TypeWhisper has a free plan. VoiceInk does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only TypeWhisper lists a Windows app.
- VoiceInk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- TypeWhisper also covers text expansion.
Suits: Mac users who want speech transcribed on their own machine
- Free
Handy
Free, open-source offline speech-to-text for desktop
- Handy is free. TypeWhisper starts at €5 per month, or from €99 one-time, for up to 3 devices.
- Only Handy lists a Linux app.
- Only TypeWhisper lists an iOS app.
- TypeWhisper also covers transcription and text expansion.
Suits: People who want free dictation that never uploads audio
- Free plan · from $6.67/mo
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). TypeWhisper starts at €5 per month, or from €99 one-time, for up to 3 devices.
- Only OpenWhispr lists a Linux app.
- OpenWhispr also covers meeting notes.
- TypeWhisper also covers text expansion.
Suits: Open-source dictation on Mac, Windows or Linux
- Free plan · from $8.49/mo
Superwhisper
Voice-to-text app with offline models and custom AI modes
- Superwhisper starts at $8.49 per month, billed monthly ($84.99 billed yearly). TypeWhisper starts at €5 per month, or from €99 one-time, for up to 3 devices.
- Only Superwhisper lists an Android app.
- Superwhisper can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- TypeWhisper is open source, according to its own site.
- Superwhisper also covers meeting notes.
Suits: People who want dictation that runs on-device and offline
- Free plan · from $8.33/mo
Spokenly
Dictation app with free local models and optional cloud accuracy
- Spokenly starts at $8.33 per month, billed yearly at $99.99 ($9.99 billed monthly). TypeWhisper starts at €5 per month, or from €99 one-time, for up to 3 devices.
- Only Spokenly lists a Linux app.
- TypeWhisper is open source, according to its own site.
- TypeWhisper also covers text expansion.
Suits: People who want unlimited free dictation that runs offline
Limits worth knowing in TypeWhisper
- Prices are listed in euros only. On iPhone and iPad, Premium is an in-app purchase: the US App Store lists $4.99 with no period shown and $89.99 for lifetime.
- Sync Dictionary & Snippets and Learn from Corrections need a Commercial license, sync also needs a Premium sign-in, and Meeting Automation is macOS only.
- Cloud speech and AI providers work only after you add your own API key or login for each one.
- No Android or Linux version is listed, and add-ons vary by platform: the WhisperKit, Parakeet and MCP Client add-ons are not offered for Windows.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to TypeWhisper?
The alternatives to TypeWhisper in this directory are VoiceInk, Handy, OpenWhispr, Superwhisper and Spokenly. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with TypeWhisper.
Is there a free alternative to TypeWhisper?
Yes. Handy is free to use. OpenWhispr, Superwhisper and Spokenly have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which TypeWhisper alternatives work on Linux?
The TypeWhisper listing does not include a Linux app. Handy, OpenWhispr and Spokenly list one.
Which TypeWhisper alternatives work on Android?
The TypeWhisper listing does not include an Android app. Superwhisper lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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