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Superwhisper

AI dictation software that works in any app

Superwhisper is voice-to-text software for macOS, Windows, and iOS. You talk, it types. The AI figures out whether you're writing an email or a code prompt and formats things to match.

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Dictation that actually understands context

Most speech-to-text apps just write down what you say, word for word. That's fine for quick notes, but the output usually needs cleanup before you can send it anywhere.

Superwhisper watches what app you're in and adjusts. If you're in your email client, it formats like a proper message. If you're talking to Cursor, it keeps things technical. Slack gets a casual tone. You don't configure any of this; it just reads the screen.

AI-enhanced dictation
Super Mode reads your screen and adjusts output to match. Emails get formatted like emails. Code prompts stay technical.
100+ languages
Automatic language detection across 100+ languages. You can also dictate in one language and have it translated to another.
Offline and private
Speech recognition runs on your device. Your audio never touches a server, and you don't need an internet connection.
File transcription
Drop in an audio or video file and get a transcript back. Works with MP3, MP4, WAV, and most other formats.

How it works

  1. Hit your shortcut. A global keyboard shortcut or push-to-talk, works from any app.
  2. Talk normally. No voice commands for punctuation. Just speak like you would to a person.
  3. Text gets typed into your app. Superwhisper pastes the result directly where your cursor is, already formatted.

Who uses it

Developers use it to talk to AI coding tools. Andrej Karpathy coined the term "vibe coding" while using Superwhisper with Cursor. Pieter Levels does the same thing.

Writers use it to get first drafts down faster than they could type. People with RSI or motor impairments use it because talking is easier than typing all day.

If you work across languages, you can dictate in one and have Superwhisper translate to another. And for anyone who sends a lot of emails or Slack messages, it's just faster.

What people say

"Superwhisper delivers on the dream of an AI-native operating system. The best part: it's insanely fast and does just what you expect."

— Guillermo Rauch, CEO of Vercel

"There's a new kind of coding I call 'vibe coding'... I just talk to Composer with @superwhisperapp so I barely even touch the keyboard."

— Andrej Karpathy, Founder of Eureka Labs

"Tried @superwhisperapp today. Very nice. Lets me talk to Cursor and then it codes for me, just gets it right."

— Pieter Levels, serial entrepreneur

How Superwhisper compares

SuperwhisperApple DictationWindows Speech
AI-enhancedYesNoNo
Context-awareYesNoNo
Offline modeYesLimitedLimited
Languages100+~60~30
Custom modesYesNoNo
Works in any appYesYesYes
File transcriptionYesNoNo

Frequently asked questions

What is dictation software?

Dictation software turns speech into text. Older tools needed you to speak slowly and say "period" or "new line" out loud. Superwhisper uses AI to handle punctuation and formatting on its own, so you just talk normally.

Is Superwhisper better than built-in dictation on Mac or Windows?

The built-in dictation on Mac and Windows does basic transcription. It doesn't understand context or reformat what you say. Superwhisper looks at what app you're in, adjusts tone and formatting to match, and handles 100+ languages with better accuracy.

Can I use dictation software offline?

Yes. Superwhisper has on-device AI models that work without an internet connection. Your voice data stays on your computer. Good for planes, spotty wifi, or anywhere you'd rather not send audio to a server.

What platforms does Superwhisper run on?

Superwhisper is available for macOS (Apple Silicon and Intel), Windows 10 and 11, and iOS. Your Pro license works across all your devices.

How accurate is AI dictation compared to typing?

Accuracy depends on the model and language, but most people find it's good enough that they stop correcting things. Super Mode also fixes grammar and adjusts tone, so the output is usually cleaner than a first-draft typed version. Most users end up writing about 3x faster.

Is there a free version?

There's a free tier that lasts forever with the core voice-to-text features. Pro gets you 15 minutes free to try, and if you buy and don't like it, there's a 30-day refund, no questions asked.

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macOS, Windows, and iOS. Free tier that doesn't expire.

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