Apple Dictation
for Mac - Better.
EchoText is the Apple dictation alternative Mac users are switching to. Works in any app, 100% offline, and types instantly where your cursor is. +900% growth in Mac dictation adoption.
Better than built-in
All apps work
Fully offline
*Requires macOS 26+ and Apple Silicon
Apple Dictation Mac
vs EchoText
See why Mac users are switching from Apple's built-in dictation to EchoText with +900% growth.
| Feature | EchoText +900% Growth | Apple Dictation |
|---|---|---|
| Works in Any App | ✓ Universal | ~ Limited support |
| Instant Insert (No switching) | ✓ Yes | ✗ Must switch windows |
| Works 100% Offline | ✓ Full offline | ~ Partial/Some cloud |
| Custom Hotkeys | ✓ Fully customizable | ✗ Limited options |
| 99+ Languages | ✓ 99+ languages | ~ Basic languages |
| Privacy (On-Device) | ✓ 100% on-device | ~ Some cloud processing |
| Accuracy | ✓ WhisperKit AI | ~ Basic recognition |
| Price | $29 once | Free |
Why users prefer EchoText
over Apple dictation
The Apple dictation alternative that gives you more control, better accuracy, and universal app support.
Superior to Apple Dictation
While Apple dictation requires you to stop, switch windows, and paste text, EchoText types instantly where your cursor is. It's the Apple dictation upgrade Mac power users have been waiting for.
Instant Typing
Unlike Apple dictation, EchoText types directly where your cursor is. No window switching, no copy-paste.
More Languages
Apple dictation supports basic languages. EchoText supports 99+ languages with better accuracy.
True Privacy
Apple dictation sometimes uses cloud processing. EchoText is 100% on-device, always private.
Start talking, stop typing.
- 1 Download EchoText
- 2 Set your hotkey
- 3 Speak anywhere
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