Whispernotes

Whispernotes

Whisper Notes is a 100% offline speech-to-text app for iPhone and macOS that uses OpenAI's Whisper models (including Whisper Large V3 Turbo) to transcribe voice memos, meetings, and audio files locally on-device. It targets professionals who need private, accurate transcription with a one-time purchase model.

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Whispernotes

Whisper Notes is an offline-first transcription app for iPhone (iPhone 12 and later recommended) and M-series Macs that converts speech to text locally using Whisper-based AI models. It is designed for journalists, researchers, doctors, students, and privacy-conscious professionals who need accurate, private transcripts of meetings, lectures, interviews, and voice memos without sending audio to the cloud.

The app emphasizes local processing, privacy, and simplicity: no subscriptions, no cloud uploads, and no analytics. Key capabilities include system-wide Fn-key dictation on macOS, importing MP3/M4A/WAV files, streaming transcription output, support for 100+ languages, and on-device AI summaries and chat features on Mac.

Whisper Notes is a 100% offline speech-to-text app for iPhone and macOS that uses OpenAI's Whisper models (including Whisper Large V3 Turbo) to transcribe voice memos, meetings, and audio files locally on-device. It targets professionals who need private, accurate transcription with a one-time purchase model.

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Key Features

100% Offline

All transcription runs locally on your device—no internet required and no cloud uploads. Audio and transcripts never leave the device.

100+ Languages

Support for over 100 languages including English, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, German, French, Korean, Arabic, Hindi, Portuguese, and many more.

Import Audio Files

Import MP3, M4A, or WAV files for transcription. On iPhone you can share recordings from Apple Voice Memos directly into Whisper Notes.

One-time Purchase

No subscriptions or hidden fees. iOS and Mac are one-time purchases ($6.99 each) and include free updates for that platform.

Streaming Output

See transcription text stream in real time while files are processed—no need to wait for the full file to finish.

Fn Key Voice Typing (macOS)

System-wide dictation: hold the Fn key in any app, speak, release, and text is inserted into the active text field.

Whisper Large V3 Turbo & Other Models

Includes Whisper Large V3 Turbo for high accuracy and other optimized models (Parakeet, Parakeet V3, SenseVoice) tuned for speed or specific languages.

Meeting Recording & Auto-detect (macOS DMG)

Auto-detects and transcribes meetings from Zoom, Teams, Google Meet and many other platforms when enabled. Requires macOS DMG (download from website).

Timestamps & Export

Export transcripts with timestamps for review or subtitle creation.

On-device Summaries & Chat (macOS)

Mac version can auto-generate titles and summaries and lets you chat with transcripts using a local AI model (for recordings longer than 3 minutes).

Free Updates Forever

All future updates for a purchased platform are included at no extra charge.

Pricing

Free Tier Available

Mac: Free download with 10,000 words free (no credit card or sign-up). iOS: no free tier; purchase via App Store for $6.99.

iPhone & iPad

$6.99 (one-time, App Store)
  • Unlimited transcriptions on-device
  • 100+ languages
  • 100% offline & private
  • Free updates for iOS

Mac

Free download with 10,000-word trial; unlock full version for $6.99 (one-time) inside the app
  • 10,000 words free trial
  • Whisper Large V3 Turbo and other models
  • Fn voice typing and meeting auto-detect (DMG)
  • On-device summaries and transcript chat

Use Cases

Journalism & Interviews

Transcribe interviews and field recordings locally to protect sources and streamline transcription without cloud exposure.

Meetings & Remote Work

Auto-detect and transcribe meetings on macOS (Zoom, Teams, Google Meet) and export timestamped transcripts for minutes and action items.

Lectures & Research

Record and transcribe lectures or research interviews in 100+ languages for accurate note-taking and later review.

Voice Memo Capture & Idea Logging

Quickly capture thoughts on iPhone or Mac and convert voice memos into editable text, all offline and private.

System-wide Dictation on Mac

Dictate into any text field (Gmail, Slack, VS Code, Notes, ChatGPT, Claude, browsers, etc.) using the Fn-key voice typing feature.

Integrations

System-wide dictation (Any macOS app)

Fn-key voice typing inserts text into any active text field in apps such as Gmail, Slack, VS Code, Notes, ChatGPT, Claude, and browser fields.

Meeting platforms (Mac DMG)

Auto-detects and transcribes meetings from Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and many other web meeting platforms when enabled in Settings → Meeting Recording.

Apple Voice Memos (iOS)

Share recordings from the Voice Memos app directly to Whisper Notes: tap a recording → '...' → Share → 'Transcribe with Whisper Notes'.

Export & file workflows

Exports transcripts (including with timestamps) so you can use them in subtitle tools, editors, or other document workflows.

Benefits

Strong privacy: audio and transcripts never leave your device; no analytics or tracking.
Cost-effective: one-time purchase per platform ($6.99), no recurring subscription fees.
Fast on-device performance—optimized models (Parakeet/Parakeet V3) deliver high speed, especially on newer hardware.
Broad language coverage with 100+ supported languages.
Local AI features on Mac (summaries, chat) that keep data private while providing advanced transcript interaction.
HIPAA-friendly architecture: local-first design supports compliance without a Business Associate Agreement (no server access to audio).

Limitations

No continuous real-time live transcription; audio is analyzed after recording and provides streaming output during processing.
macOS support limited to M-series (M1 and later); Intel Macs are not supported.
iOS background transcription limited: iOS prevents GPU use in the background, so transcription may stop if you switch apps mid-recording.
AI summaries and transcript chat are available only on macOS, not on iPhone.
iOS and macOS purchases are separate (not a universal purchase).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whisper Notes?
An offline speech-to-text app for iOS and macOS that records voice and produces accurate transcripts using Whisper AI models. Everything runs locally on your device.
Does it work offline?
Yes. Once downloaded, Whisper Notes processes all audio directly on-device. No internet connection is required for transcription.
Does Whisper Notes collect my data?
No. Data is architecturally private—recordings and transcripts remain on your device. The app uses no analytics or tracking tools and does not operate transcription servers.
Which devices are supported?
iPhone 12 and later (including Pro/Plus/Max). macOS: M-series Macs (M1, M2, M3, M4). Intel Macs are not supported; 8GB+ RAM is recommended for the larger models.
Can I transcribe audio files?
Yes. Whisper Notes supports importing MP3, M4A, and WAV files. On iPhone you can share directly from Voice Memos to transcribe offline.
How does Fn voice typing work on Mac?
Hold the Fn key in any app, speak, then release—the transcribed text appears in the active text field. You can customize the shortcut in the left-side panel → Voice Typing.
Can Whisper Notes record and transcribe meetings?
Yes on Mac (DMG). Enable Settings → Meeting Recording to auto-detect and transcribe meetings from Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, and many other platforms. All transcription is local.
What models and languages are available?
Multiple models: Parakeet/Parakeet V3 (faster), Whisper (broad language support), Whisper Large V3 Turbo (most accurate on Mac), and SenseVoice for Chinese/Korean/Japanese/Cantonese. Over 100 languages supported.
Is real-time transcription available?
Not yet. Transcription provides streaming output as it processes, but Whisper Notes analyzes audio after recording finishes rather than transcribing continuously in real time.
How much does it cost and is there a free trial?
iOS: $6.99 one-time via the App Store. Mac: free download with a 10,000-word trial; unlock the full Mac version for $6.99 inside the app.
Does Whisper Notes sync across devices?
No. There is no iCloud sync by design to preserve privacy. You can manually export transcripts if you need them on another device.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. On iOS request a refund via Settings → Request Refund. Mac refunds can be handled through the app or website instructions (refer to support).

Getting Started

  1. 1 Step 1: Download Whisper Notes — on iPhone via the App Store (iPhone 12+ recommended) or on Mac from the official website (DMG with free trial).
  2. 2 Step 2: Try the Mac free trial (10,000 words) with no sign-up or credit card, or purchase iOS directly for $6.99 from the App Store.
  3. 3 Step 3: For macOS enable Fn voice typing in the left-side panel → Voice Typing, import any MP3/M4A/WAV file or start recording, and adjust model settings if needed.

Support

Email

[email protected] (Support hours Mon–Fri, 9AM–5PM EST)

Docs / FAQ

In-app FAQ and the website provide detailed guides, comparisons, and troubleshooting steps.

Website Downloads

Mac DMG download, free trial, and additional instructions available on the official website.

API

Available: No

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