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Description

Handy is an open-source, free, cross-platform application for speech-to-text that operates entirely offline, allowing you to dictate directly into any text field. By pressing and holding a customizable keyboard shortcut, you can speak, and upon releasing it, Handy captures your voice, transcribes it on your device, and automatically inserts the text into the application you are currently using. The default setting utilizes a push-to-talk feature, but users also have the option to toggle between starting and stopping recording with different key presses. This software is compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux, ensuring that all voice data remains stored locally instead of being sent to external cloud services. Users can select from various Whisper models or Parakeet V3, with Whisper offering extensive multilingual capabilities for over 99 languages, while Parakeet V3 is fine-tuned for efficient CPU usage and automatic language identification. Additionally, Handy incorporates voice activity detection to filter out silence, and it can utilize GPU acceleration for Whisper on supported devices, enhancing the overall performance of the application. The combination of these features makes Handy a versatile tool for anyone needing reliable speech-to-text functionality without compromising privacy.

Description

Whisperstream is a dictation application designed for both Windows PCs and Apple silicon Macs (currently in beta) that transforms spoken language into written text within the active field of various applications through a simple push-to-talk shortcut. Once the necessary speech-recognition models are installed, users can dictate without an internet connection. The app features several available models, including NVIDIA Parakeet, Qwen3 ASR, and Cohere Transcribe. Users also have the option to utilize the on-device Stream-1 Mini model or a provider of their choice for additional cleanup. Among its many features, Whisperstream offers custom vocabulary settings, text replacement options, app-specific enhancement profiles, an easily searchable transcript history, the ability to transcribe audio files, and voice playback capabilities alongside interactive replies for sessions using Claude Code and Codex. It allows dictation in compatible text fields seamlessly without the need for additional add-ins and is particularly useful for individuals who prefer to dictate in coding editors, emails, documents, and other software applications. However, it is important to note that downloading models, performing software updates, and accessing certain optional online features may necessitate an internet connection for optimal functionality.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Anthropic No 
Claude Code No 
Codex CLI No 
Gemini No 
OpenAI No 
OpenAI Whisper Yes 
ParakeetAI Yes 

Integrations

Anthropic Yes 
Claude Code Yes 
Codex CLI Yes 
Gemini Yes 
OpenAI Yes 
OpenAI Whisper No 
ParakeetAI No 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

$0
Whisperstream is free and open source. All features are included, with no subscription or trial.
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Handy.computer

Country

United States

Website

handy.computer/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Lanreal Technologies

Founded

2026

Country

Canada

Website

whisperstream.io

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Product Features

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