FreeWhisper
Free open-source Whisper dictation app for macOS
Overview
FreeWhisper is a free, open-source dictation app for macOS that transforms spoken words into written text using OpenAI's Whisper AI model. Operating entirely on-device with local processing, FreeWhisper offers real-time speech-to-text conversion with customizable language settings and transcription preferences. With system-wide keyboard shortcuts and support for multiple Whisper model sizes, it's a privacy-focused alternative to commercial dictation tools, welcoming community contributions and active development.
Minimum macOS: 14.0 (Sonoma)
Architecture: Apple Silicon, Intel
Key Features
- Real-time speech-to-text powered by OpenAI Whisper model
- Completely free and open-source (MIT License)
- Local processing with no cloud dependency for privacy
- System-wide keyboard shortcuts for quick access
- Multiple Whisper model sizes (balance speed vs accuracy)
- Customizable language settings and transcription preferences
- Adjustable output handling for transcribed text
- On-device processing - no internet required
- Written in Swift (98.6%)
- Active development with community contributions welcome
- Voice command features
- Forked from OpenSuperWhisper project
- Privacy by design - all data stays on device
- Free alternative to VoiceInk and MacWhisper
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