An open-source subtitle editor with timing, text editing and speech recognition through supported local and online engines.
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A Mac audio transcription application with free local text and subtitle output and a paid Pro edition.
About MacWhisper
MacWhisper is a Mac-only audio transcription application that uses local and cloud AI models (including Whisper and Parakeet) to transcribe audio, video, meetings, and system audio. The free tier provides local text and subtitle output, while a paid Pro edition unlocks additional features. It prioritizes privacy, offering fully offline local processing that keeps sensitive files on the user's device. The app supports background transcription of Zoom, Teams, Webex, Skype, and Discord calls without requiring bot participation, real-time dictation for use in any Mac app, YouTube video transcription, and speaker recognition for multi-speaker content. It supports over 100 languages, includes a built-in editor for transcript refinement, and allows batch processing of multiple files. Pro features include AI summarization, chat, custom prompts, and access to third-party cloud AI models such as OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google Gemini.
Key features
- Local and cloud AI transcription for audio, video, meetings, and system audio
- Background transcription for Zoom, Teams, Webex, Skype, and Discord calls
- Real-time dictation for use in any Mac application
- Speaker recognition and automatic filler word removal
- Export transcripts as subtitles, documents, or structured text files
- Support for over 100 languages and batch file processing
Best for: Mac users needing private, accurate transcription for lectures, meetings, podcasts, and personal audio/video files, with free and paid tier access.
Good for
- Local processing option keeps sensitive files private, with no data leaving the Mac
- Supports background meeting transcription without requiring bots to join calls
- Offers a free tier with local text and subtitle output, plus a Pro edition for advanced features
Watch out for
- Exclusively available for Mac, with no support for Windows, Linux, or mobile platforms
- Free tier is limited to local transcription, with cloud models and advanced features requiring a Pro subscription
- Cloud model transcription requires uploading audio to external services, lacking the local privacy guarantee
MacWhisper at a glance
- Website
- macwhisper.com
- Category
- AI & Machine Learning › AI Speech Transcription
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Freemium
- Open source
- Not stated
- Last checked
- Oct 9, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 9, 2026
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MacWhisper FAQ
Does MacWhisper support offline transcription?
Yes, local model transcription can be processed entirely offline without data leaving your Mac.
Can MacWhisper transcribe online meetings without joining as a bot?
Yes, it transcribes Zoom, Teams, Webex, Skype, and Discord calls in the background without bot participation.
What formats can transcripts be exported as?
Transcripts can be exported as subtitles, documents, or structured text files.
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