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Best Dictation Software in 2026

Dictation software lets you turn speech into text, with the listed options ordered in a ranking that starts with WakaScribe, Wispr Flow, and Superwhisper. Compare custom vocabulary and voice commands to consider how each tool handles specialized terms and spoken control.

  1. 01 Superwhisper

    Superwhisper suits people who dictate across apps and want text adapted to screen context.

    From $7.08/mo Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · iOS
    9.4 Visit Specs
  2. 02 Wispr Flow

    It suits people who want to dictate text across desktop and mobile apps, including writing, messaging and coding tools.

    From $1/mo Free plan Windows · macOS · iOS · Android
    9.2 Visit Specs
  3. 03 Dictanote

    Dictanote suits people who want to dictate notes in supported browsers and organize them into notebooks.

    From $5/mo Free plan Web · Windows · macOS · Linux
    9.0 Visit Specs
  4. 04 Voice In

    Voice In suits people who want to dictate into browser-based text fields, use spoken editing commands, and work in supported browsers.

    From $5/mo Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · Browser extension
    8.9 Visit Specs
  5. 05 WakaScribe

    Local mode is presented for people handling sensitive work, including legal, healthcare, accounting, development and consulting professionals.

    From €1/mo Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · iOS
    8.9 Visit Specs
  6. 06 Aqua Voice

    Aqua Voice suits people who want speech-to-text across everyday apps, including those who need custom vocabulary or voice commands.

    From $8/mo Free plan Windows · macOS · iOS · Android
    8.9 Visit Specs
  7. 07 Philips SpeechLive

    SpeechLive is presented for legal, healthcare, and other professional sectors including construction, finance, journalism, and law enforcement.

    From $1.07/mo Free trial Web · Windows · macOS · iOS
    8.7 Visit Specs
  8. 08 LipSurf
    From $3/mo Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · Browser extension
    8.6 Visit Specs
  9. 09 Braina

    Braina suits people who want voice dictation across software and websites, including offline use, or who want to control a PC through a mobile app.

    Windows · macOS · iOS · Android
    8.5 Visit Specs
  10. 10 TalkType
    From $20.75/mo Free trial Web · Windows · macOS · iOS
    8.5 Visit Specs
  11. 11 Wizkey
    From $9/mo Free plan Windows · Android
    8.3 Visit Specs
  12. 12 Vito

    Vito suits desktop users wanting voice input, offline transcription, and customizable cleanup across Windows, macOS, or Linux.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.2 Visit Specs
  13. 13 Serenade

    It suits developers who prefer voice-based coding or want to work without typing because of an injury or to help prevent one.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.2 Visit Specs
  14. 14 VoiceInk
    From $25/mo Free trial macOS · iOS
    8.2 Visit Specs
  15. 15 Talon Voice

    Talon suits people seeking hands-free input for writing, coding, browsing, or gaming.

    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.2 Visit Specs
  16. 16 Google Docs

    It suits individuals and teams creating documents across web and mobile, especially those needing real-time collaboration, offline editing, or Google-service integrations.

    From $7/mo Free trial Web · iOS · Android · Browser extension
    8.1 Visit Specs
  17. 17 SpeechTexter
    Free plan Web · Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.0 Visit Specs
  18. 18 Lispr

    Lispr suits desktop users who dictate in many languages and need custom vocabulary.

    From $6.58/mo Free plan Windows · macOS
    7.9 Visit Specs
  19. 19 Dragon Professional

    It suits Windows users and organizations needing dictation, audio transcription, custom commands, or centrally distributed language materials.

    Windows
    7.8 Visit Specs
  20. 20 SabreVoice
    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux
    7.8 Visit Specs
  21. 21 OpenASR
    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · API
    7.8 Visit Specs
  22. 22 Plyrium Echo
    From $19/mo Free trial Windows · macOS · Linux
    7.8 Visit Specs
  23. 23 Google Voice Access

    Voice Access suits Android users who want to navigate and edit text by voice, especially people who have difficulty using a touchscreen.

    Android
    7.7 Visit Specs
  24. 24 Speechnotes
    From $0.10/mo Free plan Web · Android · Browser extension
    7.5 Visit Specs
  25. 25 Kviskr
    Free plan macOS
    7.5 Visit Specs
How this list is ordered. Specifiction scores each tool on how fully its maker documents it, whether its prices are published, where the research puts it, the platforms it runs on and whether it can be tried for free (how we rank). Makers can also buy a numbered place (how Specifiction is paid for).

Language count and supported platforms can help you assess fit for your languages and devices; offline dictation and privacy model are also listed considerations. Free-plan availability and paid-from pricing add cost context. Weigh these fields against where you work and what you need from a dictation tool.

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