Dictto
Real-time voice-to-text for Mac
Most dictation apps make you choose: fast or private.
Dictto does both. Text appears while you speak, and nothing ever leaves your Mac.
Real-time streaming, 100% on-device.
Real-time Streaming
See words appear as you speak, not after you stop. No waiting for transcription.
100% Local
Everything runs on your Mac. Your voice never touches the cloud. Complete privacy.
Powered by Whisper
OpenAI's state-of-the-art speech recognition, running locally via WhisperKit.
Works Offline
No internet required after model download. Perfect for travel or secure environments.
Global Hotkey
Press ⇧⌥D from any app to start recording. Text auto-pastes when you're done.
Multilingual
English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, and 90+ languages supported.
Perfect For
Developers
Vibe code with Claude, Cursor, or any LLM. Speak your prompts naturally.
Writers
Draft faster. Think out loud, edit later.
Privacy-conscious
Lawyers, healthcare, anyone handling sensitive information.
RSI / Accessibility
Reduce typing strain without sacrificing speed.
Requirements
Ready to try?
Free during beta. No account required.
Download Dictto