Utter, A Local-First Dictation App For Mac And IPhone

Utter is a local-first dictation app for Mac and iPhone that turns speech into polished text. It allows users to dictate up to 4x faster than typing in any application.

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Pricing

Freemium · Paid

Free tier

Yes

API

Skill level

Non-technical

About

What is Utter, a local-first dictation app for Mac and iPhone?

Utter is a local-first dictation application designed for Mac and iPhone users, enabling them to transform spoken words into clear, polished text across any app. It boasts a speed up to four times faster than traditional typing, facilitating a seamless flow from thought to text. The app prioritizes privacy with on-device processing, ensuring audio is not stored or used for training, and no account is required. Key features include dictation in any app via a global shortcut, a searchable voice history, AI modes for tone and format adjustment, speaker-separated transcripts for meetings, and support for over 50 languages. It also offers offline functionality and file transcription for audio and video.

Best used for

Ideal for writers, content creators, and professionals who need to quickly draft documents, take notes, and transcribe meetings. Especially valuable for those prioritizing privacy and seeking a fast, efficient voice-to-text solution across Mac and iPhone.

Common actions

transcribe speech

dictate text

convert audio to text

summarize content

rewrite text

Capabilities

Key features

Dictate in any app
Searchable voice history
AI modes for tone
Speaker-separated transcripts
50+ languages
On-device processing
File transcription

Target Audience

writercontent creatorpodcastermarketerstudentprofessional

Integrations

Not yet documented

Pricing & Plans

Freemium · Paid

Freemium

FAQs

Can I try Utter for free?

Yes, Utter offers a free tier that includes 15 minutes of transcription time to explore all features. Additionally, using local models or your own API keys for transcription is unlimited and free forever.

What devices are supported by Utter?

Utter is available for Mac (macOS 14.4+) and iPhone (iOS 17.0+). For on-device dictation capabilities, an Apple silicon Mac is required to utilize this feature.

Is my audio or text stored or used for training by Utter?

No, Utter employs a zero-retention policy. Audio is processed in real-time and is not stored, nor are transcripts retained or used for any training purposes, ensuring user privacy.

Can I use my Utter subscription across multiple devices?

Yes, your Utter subscription is designed to work across up to 5 devices. This allows you to use the same account for Utter on both your Mac and iPhone seamlessly.

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