MacWhisper
Local Whisper transcription app for Mac.
free tier · price unverifiedMac
A strong alternative: listed as free pick for transcribe audio and video.
Why use it
Transcribes audio on your Mac, so files stay on your computer.
Skip it if you're not on a Mac.
Pricing
Free version available. Pro €64 one-time (about $74 at US checkout). Check the official site.
Where MacWhisper shows up
Alternatives
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Edit video and podcasts by editing the transcript.
free tierChecked Oct 14, 2026
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