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Description

Jotr is a transcription application designed for Mac users that operates with a local-first approach, ensuring that all processes are conducted on your Apple Silicon device without uploading any audio files, creating an account, or transferring recordings from your Mac. You can easily upload various audio or video formats, such as MP3, MP4, MOV, M4A, and WAV, to receive a raw transcript, a refined version, or a structured summary, all carried out locally on your machine. The app also offers features for exporting transcripts in formats like TXT, SRT, VTT, Markdown, or Word, and includes a timestamp-linked playback functionality that allows users to click on any line to navigate directly to that moment in the original recording. Jotr is specifically tailored for a variety of use cases, including meetings, lectures, interviews, podcasts, and video production workflows, making it a versatile tool for anyone needing transcription services. While it is free to use for basic transcription needs, a one-time purchase grants access to local AI-generated summaries and additional export options, and it requires macOS 15 or later on Apple Silicon for optimal performance. This makes Jotr an excellent choice for those who prioritize privacy and convenience in their transcription tasks.

Description

Take Dictation is a macOS dictation application designed specifically for Apple silicon Macs operating on macOS 26 or newer. This app efficiently transforms spoken English into written text within any text field of applications like Mail, Notes, and Messages. All voice recognition and text refinement processes are carried out locally on the Mac, ensuring that no audio recordings or transcripts are uploaded elsewhere. Users have the flexibility to initiate and halt dictation using a keyboard shortcut, customize microphone and dictation preferences, and implement fixed cleanup protocols to eliminate filler phrases and insert punctuation seamlessly, all without the need for rewriting through a chatbot. Aimed at Mac users looking to draft responses, notes, and varied lengths of text verbally, the app offers a 14-day trial period and is available for purchase via a one-time household license, eliminating the necessity for an account or ongoing subscription. This makes it a convenient choice for those who prefer dictation over typing.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Apple Mail No 
Apple Notes No 

Integrations

Apple Mail Yes 
Apple Notes Yes 

Pricing Details

$0
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

$39 one-time
A household license costs $39 one time, with no subscription or renewal. It includes all features, updates, a fully featured 14-day trial, and a 30-day refund. Organization licenses are priced by user count.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

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

Deployment

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

Customer Support

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

Customer Support

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

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
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

Jotr

Founded

2025

Country

United States

Website

jotr.ai/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Shifted Music

Country

United States

Website

takedictation.com

Product Features

Transcription

AI / Machine Learning Yes 
Annotations Yes 
Audio/Video File Upload Yes 
Automatic Transcription Yes 
Collaboration Tools Yes 
File Sharing Yes 
For Manual Transcription Yes 
Full Text Search Yes 
Multi-Language Support Yes 
Natural Language Processing (NLP) Yes 
Playback Controls Yes 
Speech Recognition Yes 
Subtitles Yes 
Text Editor Yes 
Timecoding Yes 

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