Description
Whisper Notes is a powerful AI mobile application designed for offline speech-to-text transcription. It allows users to record audio or import existing audio and video files from various sources, including WhatsApp, Photos, and Voice Memos, and convert them into text without any internet connection or cloud upload. This commitment to offline processing ensures that all user data remains on their device, providing a high level of privacy and security, which is particularly valued by journalists, researchers, and professionals.
The app offers robust transcription capabilities, supporting over 100 languages with automatic detection and optimized performance for English. Users can choose between different transcription models, such as Parakeet and Whisper, to best suit their needs and optimize for accuracy or speed. The transcription process is efficient, with a 5-minute audio file taking approximately 18 seconds to transcribe on an iPhone 15 using the Parakeet model, and about a minute using the Whisper model. While older devices may be slower, they are still functional.
Whisper Notes employs an honest, one-time purchase pricing model, offering continuous updates and new features without subscriptions, in-app purchases, or advertisements. This contrasts with many similar services that charge over $100 annually. The app provides flexibility in exporting transcripts, offering formats like SRT and VTT with timestamps for subtitles, or plain TXT for notes and documents. Users can also capture ideas instantly via Lock Screen, Control Center, Action Button, or Siri.
Privacy is a cornerstone of Whisper Notes. All recordings and transcriptions stay on the user's device, with no access by the developer. This offline functionality makes it ideal for use in environments with no internet connectivity, such as flights or remote areas. The app is compatible with iPhone 12 and newer models, with specific hardware requirements to ensure optimal performance due to the local AI model processing. For users seeking AI summaries, the app encourages copying the transcript and using external AI tools, further reinforcing its commitment to not uploading user data.
Whisper Notes's Core Features
100% offline speech-to-text transcription
Record audio or import audio/video files
Supports over 100 languages with auto-detection
Multiple transcription models (Parakeet, Whisper)
Export transcripts in SRT, VTT, or TXT formats with timestamps
Capture ideas from Lock Screen, Control Center, Action Button, or Siri
No internet connection or cloud uploads required
One-time purchase, no subscriptions or ads
Data remains on the device for enhanced privacy
Real-time transcription display after recording
Filler word removal (um, uh)
Custom Dictionary for specialized terms
Auto-stop timer for recordings
Tap-to-seek functionality in transcripts
How to use Whisper Notes?
Record or Import: Start a new recording or import an audio/video file from your device.
Select Language & Model: Choose the language of the audio and select your preferred transcription model.
Transcribe: Initiate the transcription process, which occurs entirely on your device.
Review & Edit: View the generated transcript and make any necessary edits.
Export: Save or share your transcript in desired formats like TXT, SRT, or VTT.
Whisper Notes's Use Cases
- Lecture Transcription
- Meeting Minutes
- Interview Notes
- Idea Capture
- Offline Dictation
- Subtitle Generation
- Medical Jargon Transcription
- Language Learning
