Alternatives · Dictation
Willow alternatives
Willow compared with 7 alternatives: Wispr Flow, Superwhisper, Typeless, MacWhisper, Aqua Voice and 2 more.
Willow has a free plan. Paid plans start at $12 per user / month, billed annually. 4 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
7 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WillowThis tool | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Wispr Flow | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Superwhisper | Free plan · from $8.49/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Typeless | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| MacWhisper | Free plan · from €65 one-time | Yes | macOS |
| Aqua Voice | Free trial · from $8/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Monologue | Free trial · from $12/mo | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Voibe | Free trial · from $7.50/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
How each one differs from Willow
- Free plan · from $12/mo
Wispr Flow
Voice dictation that cleans up your speech in any app
- Wispr Flow starts at $12 per user / month, billed annually. Willow starts at $12 per user / month, billed annually.
- Only Wispr Flow lists an Android app.
- Wispr Flow also covers meeting notes, transcription and text expansion.
Suits: People who write a lot of email, chat and documents and prefer to speak
- 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). Willow starts at $12 per user / month, billed annually.
- Only Superwhisper lists an Android app.
- Superwhisper can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Superwhisper also covers meeting notes and transcription.
Suits: People who want dictation that runs on-device and offline
- Free plan · from $12/mo
Typeless
AI voice dictation that edits and formats as you speak
- Typeless starts at $12 per member / month, billed yearly. Willow starts at $12 per user / month, billed annually.
- Only Typeless lists Linux and Android apps.
- Typeless also covers transcription.
Suits: People who dictate on both desktop and phone, including Linux users
- Free plan · from €65 one-time
MacWhisper
Mac transcription and dictation app that runs models locally
- MacWhisper starts at €65 one-time, per license. Willow starts at $12 per user / month, billed annually.
- Only Willow lists Windows and iOS apps.
- MacWhisper can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- MacWhisper also covers transcription.
Suits: Transcribing interviews, lectures and podcasts without uploading files
- Free trial · from $8/mo
Aqua Voice
Cloud voice dictation that formats text for the app you are in
- Aqua Voice starts at $8 per month, billed annually ($10 billed monthly). Willow starts at $12 per user / month, billed annually.
- Willow has a free plan. Aqua Voice does not, though it has a free trial.
- Aqua Voice also covers text expansion.
Suits: Developers dictating prompts into Cursor, Claude Code or a terminal
- Free trial · from $12/mo
Monologue
Dictation, voice notes and bot-free meeting notes for Apple devices
- Monologue starts at $12 per month, billed annually ($15 billed monthly). Willow starts at $12 per user / month, billed annually.
- Willow has a free plan. Monologue does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Willow lists a Windows app.
- Monologue also covers meeting notes and transcription.
Suits: People who work across Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch
- Free trial · from $7.50/mo
Voibe
Private dictation and bot-free meeting notes for Mac and Windows
- Voibe starts at $7.50 per seat / month, billed monthly ($75 billed annually). Willow starts at $12 per user / month, billed annually.
- Willow has a free plan. Voibe does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Willow lists an iOS app.
- Voibe can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Voibe also covers meeting notes, transcription and text expansion.
Suits: Legal, healthcare and finance staff handling confidential material
Limits worth knowing in Willow
- The free Basic plan uses a weaker speech model, with limited personalization and 20 Scribe uses a week.
- There is no Android app yet; the download page lists Android as coming soon.
- Enforced privacy mode and enforced HIPAA compliance need Business, and SSO/SAML needs Enterprise.
- The help center lists offline dictation as a Pro feature.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Willow?
The alternatives to Willow in this directory are Wispr Flow, Superwhisper, Typeless, MacWhisper, Aqua Voice, Monologue and Voibe. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Willow.
Is there a free alternative to Willow?
Yes. Wispr Flow, Superwhisper, Typeless and MacWhisper have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Willow alternatives work on Linux?
The Willow listing does not include a Linux app. Typeless lists one.
Which Willow alternatives work on Android?
The Willow listing does not include an Android app. Wispr Flow, Superwhisper and Typeless list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 5, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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