Compare dictation apps for iPhone and Mac
Where private, on-device dictation wins, and where another app suits you better.
All apps at a glance
| App | Transcribes | Account | Price | Audio & video files | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 ToneScribe | Better: On device | Better: Not needed | Better: $29.99 once | Better: Yes | iPhone, Mac |
| Wispr Flow | In the cloud | Required | $144 a year | Not supported | Better: Mac, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Superwhisper | Better: On device | Better: Not needed | $84.99 a year | Better: Yes | Better: Mac, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Apple Dictation | Better: On device | Better: Not needed | Better: Free, built in | Voice Memos only | Apple devices |
| Willow Voice | Cloud by default | Required | $144 a year | Not listed | Better: Mac, Windows, iPhone |
| Aqua Voice | In the cloud | Required | $96 a year | Not listed | Better: Mac, Windows, iPhone |
| MacWhisper | Better: On device | Better: Not needed | Better: €64 once | Better: Yes | Mac, iPhone for files |
better for you · USD unless marked. Localized prices may differ. · We make ToneScribe · Checked 26 Sep 2026
What ToneScribe does better
ToneScribe vs Wispr FlowYour voice stays on your device, and it’s $29.99 once, not $144 a year.ToneScribe vs SuperwhisperThe Parakeet model on every plan, for $29.99 once, not $84.99 a year.ToneScribe vs Apple DictationClean text with paragraphs, saved and searchable.ToneScribe vs Willow VoiceNo cloud, no account, and no subscription.ToneScribe vs Aqua VoiceWorks offline, needs no account, and costs $29.99 once.ToneScribe vs MacWhisperDictate in any app on your iPhone, not just your Mac.