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Whisper Transcription for Mac

Transcribe audio into text.

$59.99
In English
Version 12.3
5.0
Based on 2 user rates

Whisper Transcription overview

Whisper Transcription converts audio files into text using the Whisper machine learning model for speech recognition and transcription — making it easy to transcribe meetings, lectures, and other recordings.

Key Features
  • Easy Transcription: Drag and drop audio files for instant conversion.
  • On-Device Processing: 100% local transcription—no data leaves your machine.
  • Fast & Accurate: Get text multiple times faster than real-time with Metal & GPU acceleration (depending on the system).
  • Search & Edit: Highlight, edit, and delete transcript sections.
  • Audio Playback: Sync playback with the transcript for easy review.
  • Multi-Language Support: Transcribes in 100+ languages (fastest in English).
  • Subtitle Export: Save transcripts as .srt & .vtt files.
  • Batch Processing & System Audio Capture: Transcribe multiple files simultaneously and capture system audio (Zoom calls, podcasts, etc.).
  • Flexible Output: Export transcripts to Word, PDF, HTML, and subtitles.
  • Speaker Separation: Detect and split transcripts by speaker.
  • Reader Mode: Focused reading experience.
  • Advanced Model Support: Choose from various models for different accuracy and speed levels.
  • Supported Formats: Works with mp3, wav, m4a, mp4, mov, ogg, opus and more.
  • Pro Unlock: Upgrade for industry-leading transcription quality with Medium & Large models, batch processing, system audio recording, podcast transcription, and more.

What’s new in version 12.3

  • App Audio recordings now show the app icon of the app that was recorded
  • Improvements to speaker recognition

Whisper Transcription for Mac

$59.99
In English
Version 12.3
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Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Mar 22 2025
12.2
5.0
Mar 22 2025
5.0
Version: 12.2
The app is also known as "MacWhisper." No, it's NOT shareware. It's SUBSCRIPTIONWARE with a smaller FREE version available at the Mac App Store. The free version includes two options: Base and Small transcribers. Far larger Pro versions are available with payment: PRICES: $4.99 weekly. $8.99 monthly $29.99 yearly including a 7 day trial, and a $79.99 "lifetime" license. Note that it is initially an audio recorder with the option to immediately transcribe or not. (1) You record audio of interest. (2) You choose what audio file to transcribe. It has several bells and whistles built in for maximum functionality, including a number of "AI" options. - - By contrast, Apple's built-in macOS transcription is simpler, offering essentially no bells or whistles.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Mar 22 2025
12.2
5.0
Mar 22 2025
5.0
Version: 12.2
Ervins Strauhmanis
Ervins Strauhmanis
Feb 26 2025
11.9
5.0
Feb 26 2025
5.0
Version: 11.9