Diktafon vs Yuho

Diktafon is a voice memo app that transcribes and summarizes recordings on the device, then groups them into topic-based cassettes. It uses Whisper for transcription and Qwen for summaries; the models download on first run and can be changed in Settings. Each memo’s spoken language is detected, so recordings in different languages can sit in one cassette. Tap a transcript word to jump playback to that point in the recording. Cassettes can be exported as archives with audio and readable text, and imported content is added without overwriting existing items. The privacy policy says recordings, transcripts, summaries, labels, and settings remain in private app storage, and that the app collects and shares no data. Its stated network activity is limited to model downloads over HTTPS from Hugging Face and its CDN at the user’s request. The project is designed by Jaromír Janisch and is free and open source, with support for Android, iOS, Linux, and macOS.

Yuho is an iPhone voice diary for long spoken reflections and memories, including entries recorded while walking. An entry can retain its audio alongside photos and the places or route captured along the way. Optional AI can transcribe recordings into searchable text, tag mood, and produce a short summary. Recordings are saved locally, so users can record and revisit entries offline. Audio, transcripts, photos, and notes can be exported, and selected entries can be shared by link. Recordings stay on the device by default; sharing an entry on the web uploads its audio for link visitors, and access can be revoked or set to expire. The Core diary plan costs nothing. Optional AI is available through Yuho Pro at $7.99 a month or $59.99 a year, or through one-time credit purchases. The app supports iOS and macOS, and the App Store listing requires iOS 17 or later while also listing iPad, Apple silicon Macs, and Apple Vision compatibility. Its FAQ says it is not aimed at quick meeting notes or to-dos.