TongueType: TongueType is a privacy-focused macOS voice dictation app that turns speech into text on-device using a local Whisper AI model. Transcri: Transcri is an AI-powered web platform that transcribes, subtitles, and translates uploaded audio and video files across more than 100 languages. Here's where each one pulls ahead on pricing, features, and the meetings it suits best.
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Shortlist TongueType when dictating text into any macos application instead of typing matters most, and Transcri when generating multilingual subtitles and translations for video content matters most. Run both through a week of actual calls to see which suits your workflow.
TongueType is a privacy-focused macOS voice dictation app that turns speech into text on-device using a local Whisper AI model.
Transcri is an AI-powered web platform that transcribes, subtitles, and translates uploaded audio and video files across more than 100 languages.
TongueType is a voice dictation application for macOS that converts speech to text entirely on-device using a locally-run Whisper AI model, so audio never leaves the Mac. It lives in the menu bar with no dock icon, and works as a press-to-talk input method: the user holds a configurable hotkey (or uses a double-tap latch), speaks, and the transcribed text is inserted at the cursor in any application that accepts text input. Beyond live dictation, it can transcribe audio and video files (such as WAV, MP3, MP4, and MOV). It supports multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean, with automatic language detection, plus customizable post-processing rules, overlay appearance, and microphone options. Preferences can sync across Macs via iCloud. It requires macOS 14+ on Apple Silicon (M1 or later). The app is aimed at people who want faster text entry than typing, professionals needing quick transcription, and users with typing difficulties (arthritis, RSI, tremor, and similar accessibility needs).
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Transcri is a cloud-based, AI-powered transcription platform that converts uploaded audio and video files into accurate text, subtitles, and translations. Users upload recordings through the browser, and the service automatically generates transcripts with speaker identification and supports more than 100 languages. An online editor lets users refine results and switch between dialogue mode and subtitle mode, while content can be exported in 20-plus formats compatible with YouTube and common video-editing software. A built-in AI assistant can query a file, summarize discussions, extract key moments, add chapters, and help write reports, making recorded meetings and interviews easier to review. Collaboration features allow teams to share projects and manage workflows together. The platform emphasizes data security, with AES-256 encryption and EU-based data handling. Because it works from pre-recorded files rather than joining live calls, Transcri suits users who already have meeting recordings, interviews, podcasts, or video content they need transcribed. It targets businesses, media organizations, educational institutions, and public-sector teams.
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TongueType is a free tier with paid upgrades (freemium); Transcri is a free tier with paid upgrades (freemium). Always confirm current pricing on each vendor's site before buying.
| Feature | TongueType | Transcri |
|---|---|---|
| Core capability | On-device speech-to-text using a local Whisper AI model (no cloud) | AI transcription of uploaded audio and video files |
| Standout feature | Press-to-talk hotkey dictation with double-tap latch, inserting text at the cursor in any app | Automatic speaker identification (diarization) |
| Team usage | Audio and video file transcription (WAV, MP3, MP4, MOV) | Subtitle generation with export in 20+ formats |
| Integrations | Multi-language support with automatic language detection (English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, and more) | Translation and transcription across 100+ languages |
| Languages & capture | Customizable post-processing rules, overlay appearance, and microphone options | AI assistant to summarize, extract key moments, and write reports |
| Best-fit workflow | iCloud sync of preferences across multiple Macs | Online editor with dialogue and subtitle modes plus team collaboration |
TongueType
Choose TongueType if you need dictating text into any macos application instead of typing — strengths include fully on-device processing with no servers or accounts, strong for privacy.
Transcri
Choose Transcri if you need transcribing and subtitling recorded meetings, interviews, and webinars — strengths include supports a very large number of languages for transcription and translation.
TongueType
Transcri
It depends on your workflow. TongueType is strong for dictating text into any macos application instead of typing, while Transcri is strong for transcribing and subtitling recorded meetings, interviews, and webinars. Both transcribe and summarize meetings.
TongueType is a free tier with paid upgrades and Transcri is a free tier with paid upgrades. Check each vendor's pricing page for the latest plans and free-tier limits.
Often yes: teams combine tools when one handles capture and another handles analysis.
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