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Private offline transcription for iPhone and Mac.

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Verdict

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Best if
You are students and need: Taking notes quickly without typing
Skip if
Limited to 80+ languages
Pick this when
Supports 80+ languages

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Overview

Whisper Notes is a private offline transcription app for iPhone and iPad. Record meetings, lectures, interviews, voice notes, or quick ideas, and turn speech into accurate text directly on your device.

Import audio or video from apps like WhatsApp, Photos, or Voice Memos, then export transcripts as TXT, SRT, or VTT with timestamps. Everything runs locally with on-device models including Parakeet and Whisper, so your recordings never go to the cloud.

Built for journalists, students, researchers, creators, and professionals who need reliable speech-to-text without subscriptions, accounts, ads, or per-minute fees.

Pay once. Own it forever.
  • Private Offline Transcription
  • No Cloud Upload
  • Pay Once, Use Forever
  • Offline Speech-to-text
  • Offline Voice Notes
  • Pay Once, Use For Life
  • Audio & Video Import
  • Audio File Transcription
  • Offline Voice Memos
  • No Sign-in
  • ●100% Data Privacy & Security: No More Cloud Leaks, Local-first By Design.
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Best for

Short scenarios where Whisper Notes tends to shine.

  • Taking notes quickly without typing

    Best for Students

  • Replying to messages hands-free

    Best for Journalists

  • Recording and transcribing dreams

    Best for Professionals

  • Transcribing lectures or meetings

    Best for Anyone who needs to take notes quickly

Example outputs 1

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Access & connections

Where you can use Whisper Notes, and what it plugs into.

Platforms

Web iOS

Integrations

WhatsApp

Capabilities

What this tool accepts, produces, and is strongest at.

Input

  • Video
  • Audio

Output

  • Tabular
  • Text

Highlights

  • Local
  • No Signup

Supported features

  • Runs Locally
  • No Signup
  • Transcription

Models

Text

Whisper

Audio

Parakeet TDT Whisper

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Supports 80+ languages
  • High-quality on-device transcription
  • Fast transcription speed
  • Designed for Apple devices
  • Accurate Speech2Text Transcription
  • Offline functionality
  • No data collection
  • Customer ratings and reviews
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  • Available on App Store
  • Works on Mac OS X 13.0+
  • Works on iOS 16.0+
  • Requires A12 Bionic chip+
  • Category: Productivity
  • No internet required
  • Data privacy emphasis
  • User friendly interface
  • Allows quick note-taking
  • Eases message sending
  • User convenience in sending long replies
  • Balances accuracy and speed
  • Easy text copying
  • Developer support available
  • Supports many language scripts

Cons

  • Only available on Apple devices
  • Requires iOS 16.0 or later
  • Demands device with A12 Bionic chip
  • Doesn't provide translation feature
  • Lacks real-time text output
  • Data not collected for improvement
  • May not offer ultimate accuracy
  • Doesn't support audio playback for import
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  • No support for network cloud services
  • Limited to 80+ languages

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Releases 1

Initial release April 6, 2023 Current
Initial release of Whisper Notes.

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Whisper Notes Mar 30, 2025 v@ initial release

This app now supports both iOS & macOS: https://whispernotes.app

FAQ 11

Does Whisper Notes work completely offline?
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Yes. Whisper Notes transcribes audio directly on your iPhone or iPad. No internet connection is required, and your recordings are never uploaded to the cloud.
How does Whisper Notes protect my privacy?
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Everything is processed locally on your device. We have zero access to your recordings or transcripts, and Whisper Notes does not collect your transcription data. Your audio only leaves your device if you choose to export or share it.
Can I import audio or video files?
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Yes. You can import audio and video from apps like WhatsApp, Photos, Voice Memos, Files, and more. Whisper Notes can transcribe recordings, meetings, lectures, interviews, podcasts, videos, and voice messages offline.
Does it support real-time transcription while recording?
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Not during recording. After you finish recording, Whisper Notes transcribes the audio and shows the text as it is being generated. This keeps recording simple and allows the app to use powerful on-device transcription models.
How fast is transcription?
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Speed depends on your device and the model you choose. On iPhone 15, 5 minutes of audio takes about 18 seconds with Parakeet and about 1 minute with Whisper. Older devices may be slower.
Is there a recording or transcription time limit?
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There is no fixed recording limit. You can record for hours, but longer files take more time to transcribe because all processing happens locally on your device.
What languages are supported?
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Whisper Notes supports 100+ languages with automatic language detection, including English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Hindi, Arabic, Russian, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Swedish, Turkish, Vietnamese, Thai, and many more.
Can I export transcripts with timestamps?
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Yes. You can export transcripts as TXT, SRT, or VTT. Timestamped exports are useful for subtitles, reviewing recordings, editing videos, or turning long audio into structured notes.
Are there subscriptions or usage limits?
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No. Whisper Notes is a one-time purchase. There are no subscriptions, ads, in-app purchases, per-minute fees, or cloud transcription credits.
Which devices are recommended?
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Whisper Notes is recommended for iPhone 12 and newer. Older devices may be slower or may not work properly because offline transcription requires modern on-device processing power.
Why does transcription stop when I switch apps?
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iOS limits background GPU usage for third-party apps. If transcription pauses after switching apps, return to Whisper Notes and start transcription again.
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