SpeechTexter is a free multilingual speech-to-text application aimed at assisting you with transcription of notes, documents, books, reports or blog posts by using your voice. This app also features a customizable voice commands list, allowing users to add punctuation marks, frequently used phrases, and some app actions (undo, redo, make a new paragraph).

SpeechTexter is used daily by students, teachers, writers, bloggers around the world.

It will assist you in minimizing your writing efforts significantly.

Voice-to-text software is exceptionally valuable for people who have difficulty using their hands due to trauma, people with dyslexia or disabilities that limit the use of conventional input devices. Speech to text technology can also be used to improve accessibility for those with hearing impairments, as it can convert speech into text.

It can also be used as a tool for learning a proper pronunciation of words in the foreign language, in addition to helping a person develop fluency with their speaking skills.

using speechtexter to dictate a text

Accuracy levels higher than 90% should be expected. It varies depending on the language and the speaker.

No download, installation or registration is required. Just click the microphone button and start dictating.

Speech to text technology is quickly becoming an essential tool for those looking to save time and increase their productivity.

Powerful real-time continuous speech recognition

Creation of text notes, emails, blog posts, reports and more.

Custom voice commands

More than 70 languages supported

SpeechTexter is using Google Speech recognition to convert the speech into text in real-time. This technology is supported by Chrome browser (for desktop) and some browsers on Android OS. Other browsers have not implemented speech recognition yet.

Note: iPhones and iPads are not supported

List of supported languages:

Afrikaans, Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Azerbaijani, Basque, Bengali, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Burmese, Catalan, Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese), Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Filipino, Finnish, French, Galician, Georgian, German, Greek, Gujarati, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Icelandic, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Javanese, Kannada, Kazakh, Khmer, Kinyarwanda, Korean, Lao, Latvian, Lithuanian, Macedonian, Malay, Malayalam, Marathi, Mongolian, Nepali, Norwegian Bokmål, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Sinhala, Slovak, Slovenian, Southern Sotho, Spanish, Sundanese, Swahili, Swati, Swedish, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Tsonga, Tswana, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu, Uzbek, Venda, Vietnamese, Xhosa, Zulu.

Instructions for web app on desktop (Windows, Mac, Linux OS)

Requirements: the latest version of the Google Chrome [↗] browser (other browsers are not supported).

1. Connect a high-quality microphone to your computer.

2. Make sure your microphone is set as the default recording device on your browser.

To go directly to microphone's settings paste the line below into Chrome's URL bar.

chrome://settings/content/microphone

Set microphone as default recording device

To capture speech from video/audio content on the web or from a file stored on your device, select 'Stereo Mix' as the default audio input.

3. Select the language you would like to speak (Click the button on the top right corner).

4. Click the "microphone" button. Chrome browser will request your permission to access your microphone. Choose "allow".

Allow microphone access

5. You can start dictating!

Instructions for the web app on a mobile and for the android app

Requirements: - Google app [↗] installed on your Android device. - Any of the supported browsers if you choose to use the web app.

Supported android browsers (not a full list): Chrome browser (recommended), Edge, Opera, Brave, Vivaldi.

1. Tap the button with the language name (on a web app) or language code (on android app) on the top right corner to select your language.

2. Tap the microphone button. The SpeechTexter app will ask for permission to record audio. Choose 'allow' to enable microphone access.

instructions for the web app

3. You can start dictating!

Common problems on a desktop (Windows, Mac, Linux OS)

Error: 'speechtexter cannot access your microphone'..

Please give permission to access your microphone.

Click on the "padlock" icon next to the URL bar, find the "microphone" option, and choose "allow".

Allow microphone access

Error: 'No speech was detected. Please try again'.

If you get this error while you are speaking, make sure your microphone is set as the default recording device on your browser [see step 2].

If you're using a headset, make sure the mute switch on the cord is off.

Error: 'Network error'

The internet connection is poor. Please try again later.

The result won't transfer to the "editor".

The result confidence is not high enough or there is a background noise. An accumulation of long text in the buffer can also make the engine stop responding, please make some pauses in the speech.

The results are wrong.

Please speak loudly and clearly. Speaking clearly and consistently will help the software accurately recognize your words.

Reduce background noise. Background noise from fans, air conditioners, refrigerators, etc. can drop the accuracy significantly. Try to reduce background noise as much as possible.

Speak directly into the microphone. Speaking directly into the microphone enhances the accuracy of the software. Avoid speaking too far away from the microphone.

Speak in complete sentences. Speaking in complete sentences will help the software better recognize the context of your words.

Can I upload an audio file and get the transcription?

No, this feature is not available.

How do I transcribe an audio (video) file on my PC or from the web?

Playback your file in any player and hit the 'mic' button on the SpeechTexter website to start capturing the speech. For better results select "Stereo Mix" as the default recording device on your browser, if you are accessing SpeechTexter and the file from the same device.

I don't see the "Stereo mix" option (Windows OS)

"Stereo Mix" might be hidden or it's not supported by your system. If you are a Windows user go to 'Control panel' → Hardware and Sound → Sound → 'Recording' tab. Right-click on a blank area in the pane and make sure both "View Disabled Devices" and "View Disconnected Devices" options are checked. If "Stereo Mix" appears, you can enable it by right clicking on it and choosing 'enable'. If "Stereo Mix" hasn't appeared, it means it's not supported by your system. You can try using a third-party program such as "Virtual Audio Cable" or "VB-Audio Virtual Cable" to create a virtual audio device that includes "Stereo Mix" functionality.

How to enable 'Stereo Mix'

How to use the voice commands list?

custom voice commands

The voice commands list allows you to insert the punctuation, some text, or run some preset functions (#newparagraph, #undo, #redo) using only your voice. On the first column you enter your voice command. On the second column you enter a punctuation mark or a function. Voice commands are case-sensitive. Available functions: #newparagraph (insert new paragraph), #undo (undo the last change), #redo (redo the last change)

To use the function above make a pause in your speech until all previous dictated speech appears in your note, then say "insert a new paragraph" and wait for the command execution.

Found a mistake in the voice commands list or want to suggest an update? Follow the steps below:

  • Navigate to the voice commands list [↑] on this website.
  • Click on the edit button to update or add new punctuation marks you think other users might find useful in your language.
  • Click on the "Export" button located above the voice commands list to save your list in JSON format to your device.

Next, send us your file as an attachment via email. You can find the email address at the bottom of the page. Feel free to include a brief description of the mistake or the updates you're suggesting in the email body.

Your contribution to the improvement of the services is appreciated.

Can I prevent my custom voice commands from disappearing after closing the browser?

SpeechTexter by default saves your data inside your browser's cache. If your browsers clears the cache your data will be deleted. However, you can export your custom voice commands to your device and import them when you need them by clicking the corresponding buttons above the list. SpeechTexter is using JSON format to store your voice commands. You can create a .txt file in this format on your device and then import it into SpeechTexter. An example of JSON format is shown below:

{ "period": ".", "full stop": ".", "question mark": "?", "new paragraph": "#newparagraph" }

I lost my dictated work after closing the browser.

SpeechTexter doesn't store any text that you dictate. Please use the "autosave" option or click the "download" button (recommended). The "autosave" option will try to store your work inside your browser's cache, where it will remain until you switch the "text autosave" option off, clear the cache manually, or if your browser clears the cache on exit.

Common problems on the Android app

I get the message: 'speech recognition is not available'..

'Google app' from Play store is required for SpeechTexter to work. download [↗]

Where does SpeechTexter store the saved files?

Version 1.5 and above stores the files in the internal memory.

Version 1.4.9 and below stores the files inside the "SpeechTexter" folder at the root directory of your device.

After updating the app from version 1.x.x to version 2.x.x my files have disappeared

As a result of recent updates, the Android operating system has implemented restrictions that prevent users from accessing folders within the Android root directory, including SpeechTexter's folder. However, your old files can still be imported manually by selecting the "import" button within the Speechtexter application.

SpeechTexter import files

Common problems on the mobile web app

Tap on the "padlock" icon next to the URL bar, find the "microphone" option and choose "allow".

SpeechTexter microphone permission

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The best speech-to-text apps make it simple and easy to convert speech into text, for both desktop and mobile devices.

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Speech-to-text used to be regarded as very niche, specifically serving either people with accessibility needs or for  dictation . However, speech-to-text is moving more and more into the mainstream as office work can now routinely be completed more simply and easily by using voce-recognition software, rather than having to type through members, and speaking aloud for text to be recorded is now quite common.

While the best speech to text software used to be specifically only for desktops, the development of mobile devices and the explosion of easily accessible apps means that transcription can now also be carried out on a  smartphone  or  tablet . 

This has made the best voice to text applications increasingly valuable to users in a range of different environments, from education to business. This is not least because the technology has matured to the level where mistakes in transcriptions are relatively rare, with some services rightly boasting a 99.9% success rate from clear audio.

Even still, this applies mainly to ordinary situations and circumstances, and precludes the use of technical terminology such as required in legal or medical professions. Despite this, digital transcription can still service needs such as basic  note-taking  which can still be easily done using a phone app, simplifying the dictation process.

However, different speech-to-text programs have different levels of ability and complexity, with some using advanced machine learning to constantly correct errors flagged up by users so that they are not repeated. Others are downloadable software which is only as good as its latest update.

Here then are the best in speech-to-text recognition programs, which should be more than capable for most situations and circumstances.

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1. Dragon Anywhere

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Reasons to buy

Reasons to avoid.

Dragon Anywhere is the Nuance mobile product for Android and iOS devices, however this is no ‘lite’ app, but rather offers fully-formed dictation capabilities powered via the cloud. 

So essentially you get the same excellent speech recognition as seen on the desktop software – the only meaningful difference we noticed was a very slight delay in our spoken words appearing on the screen (doubtless due to processing in the cloud). However, note that the app was still responsive enough overall.

It also boasts support for boilerplate chunks of text which can be set up and inserted into a document with a simple command, and these, along with custom vocabularies, are synced across the mobile app and desktop Dragon software. Furthermore, you can share documents across devices via Evernote or cloud services (such as Dropbox).

This isn’t as flexible as the desktop application, however, as dictation is limited to within Dragon Anywhere – you can’t dictate directly in another app (although you can copy over text from the Dragon Anywhere dictation pad to a third-party app). The other caveats are the need for an internet connection for the app to work (due to its cloud-powered nature), and the fact that it’s a subscription offering with no one-off purchase option, which might not be to everyone’s tastes.

Even bearing in mind these limitations, though, it’s a definite boon to have fully-fledged, powerful voice recognition of the same sterling quality as the desktop software, nestling on your phone or tablet for when you’re away from the office.

Nuance Communications offers a 7-day free trial to give the app a try before you commit to a subscription. 

Read our full Dragon Anywhere review .

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2. Dragon Professional

Should you be looking for a business-grade dictation application, your best bet is Dragon Professional. Aimed at pro users, the software provides you with the tools to dictate and edit documents, create spreadsheets, and browse the web using your voice.   

According to Nuance, the solution is capable of taking dictation at an equivalent typing speed of 160 words per minute, with a 99% accuracy rate – and that’s out-of-the-box, before any training is done (whereby the app adapts to your voice and words you commonly use).

As well as creating documents using your voice, you can also import custom word lists. There’s also an additional mobile app that lets you transcribe audio files and send them back to your computer.   

This is a powerful, flexible, and hugely useful tool that is especially good for individuals, such as professionals and freelancers, allowing for typing and document management to be done much more flexibly and easily.

Overall, the interface is easy to use, and if you get stuck at all, you can access a series of help tutorials. And while the software can seem expensive, it's just a one-time fee and compares very favorably with paid-for subscription transcription services.

Also note that Nuance are currently offering 12-months' access to Dragon Anywhere at no extra cost with any purchase of Dragon Home or Dragon Professional Individual.

Read our full Dragon Professional review .

Otter is a cloud-based speech to text program especially aimed for mobile use, such as on a laptop or smartphone. The app provides real-time transcription, allowing you to search, edit, play, and organize as required.

Otter is marketed as an app specifically for meetings, interviews, and lectures, to make it easier to take rich notes. However, it is also built to work with collaboration between teams, and different speakers are assigned different speaker IDs to make it easier to understand transcriptions.

There are three different payment plans, with the basic one being free to use and aside from the features mentioned above also includes keyword summaries and a wordcloud to make it easier to find specific topic mentions. You can also organize and share, import audio and video for transcription, and provides 600 minutes of free service.

The Premium plan also includes advanced and bulk export options, the ability to sync audio from Dropbox, additional playback speeds including the ability to skip silent pauses. The Premium plan also allows for up to 6,000 minutes of speech to text.

The Teams plan also adds two-factor authentication, user management and centralized billing, as well as user statistics, voiceprints, and live captioning.

Read our full Otter review .

Verbit aims to offer a smarter speech to text service, using AI for transcription and captioning. The service is specifically targeted at enterprise and educational establishments.

Verbit uses a mix of speech models, using neural networks and algorithms to reduce background noise, focus on terms as well as differentiate between speakers regardless of accent, as well as incorporate contextual events such as news and company information into recordings.

Although Verbit does offer a live version for transcription and captioning, aiming for a high degree of accuracy, other plans offer human editors to ensure transcriptions are fully accurate, and advertise a four hour turnaround time.

Altogether, while Verbit does offer a direct speech to text service, it’s possibly better thought of as a transcription service, but the focus on enterprise and education, as well as team use, means it earns a place here as an option to consider.

Read our full Verbit review .

5. Speechmatics

Speechmatics offers a machine learning solution to converting speech to text, with its automatic speech recognition solution available to use on existing audio and video files as well as for live use.

Unlike some automated transcription software which can struggle with accents or charge more for them, Speechmatics advertises itself as being able to support all major British accents, regardless of nationality. That way it aims to cope with not just different American and British English accents, but also South African and Jamaican accents.

Speechmatics offers a wider number of speech to text transcription uses than many other providers. Examples include taking call center phone recordings and converting them into searchable text or Word documents. The software also works with video and other media for captioning as well as using keyword triggers for management.

Overall, Speechmatics aims to offer a more flexible and comprehensive speech to text service than a lot of other providers, and the use of automation should keep them price competitive.

Read our full Speechmatics review .

6. Braina Pro

Braina Pro is speech recognition software which is built not just for dictation, but also as an all-round digital assistant to help you achieve various tasks on your PC. It supports dictation to third-party software in not just English but almost 90 different languages, with impressive voice recognition chops.

Beyond that, it’s a virtual assistant that can be instructed to set alarms, search your PC for a file, or search the internet, play an MP3 file, read an ebook aloud, plus you can implement various custom commands.

The Windows program also has a companion Android app which can remotely control your PC, and use the local Wi-Fi network to deliver commands to your computer, so you can spark up a music playlist, for example, wherever you happen to be in the house. Nifty.

There’s a free version of Braina which comes with limited functionality, but includes all the basic PC commands, along with a 7-day trial of the speech recognition which allows you to test out its powers for yourself before you commit to a subscription. Yes, this is another subscription-only product with no option to purchase for a one-off fee. Also note that you need to be online and have Google ’s Chrome browser installed for speech recognition functionality to work.

Read our full Braina Pro review .

7. Amazon Transcribe

Amazon Transcribe is as big cloud-based automatic speech recognition platform developed specifically to convert audio to text for apps. It especially aims to provide a more accurate and comprehensive service than traditional providers, such as being able to cope with low-fi and noisy recordings, such as you might get in a contact center .

Amazon Transcribe uses a deep learning process that automatically adds punctuation and formatting, as well as process with a secure livestream or otherwise transcribe speech to text with batch processing.

As well as offering time stamping for individual words for easy search, it can also identify different speaks and different channels and annotate documents accordingly to account for this.

There are also some nice features for editing and managing transcribed texts, such as vocabulary filtering and replacement words which can be used to keep product names consistent and therefore any following transcription easier to analyze.

Overall, Amazon Transcribe is one of the most powerful platforms out there, though it’s aimed more for the business and enterprise user rather than the individual.

8. Microsoft Azure Speech to Text

Microsoft 's Azure cloud service offers advanced speech recognition as part of the platform's speech services to deliver the Microsoft Azure Speech to Text functionality. 

This feature allows you to simply and easily create text from a variety of audio sources. There are also customization options available to work better with different speech patterns, registers, and even background sounds. You can also modify settings to handle different specialist vocabularies, such as product names, technical information, and place names.

The Microsoft's Azure Speech to Text feature is powered by deep neural network models and allows for real-time audio transcription that can be set up to handle multiple speakers.

As part of the Azure cloud service, you can run Azure Speech to Text in the cloud, on premises, or in edge computing. In terms of pricing, you can run the feature in a free container with a single concurrent request for up to 5 hours of free audio per month.

Read our full Microsoft Azure Speech to Text review .

9. IBM Watson Speech to Text

IBM's Watson Speech to Text works is the third cloud-native solution on this list, with the feature being powered by AI and machine learning as part of IBM's cloud services.

While there is the option to transcribe speech to text in real-time, there is also the option to batch convert audio files and process them through a range of language, audio frequency, and other output options.

You can also tag transcriptions with speaker labels, smart formatting, and timestamps, as well as apply global editing for technical words or phrases, acronyms, and for number use.

As with other cloud services Watson Speech to Text allows for easy deployment both in the cloud and on-premises behind your own firewall to ensure security is maintained.

Read our full Watson Speech to Text review .

1. Google Gboard

If you already have an Android mobile device, then if it's not already installed then download Google Keyboard from the Google Play store and you'll have an instant text-to-speech app. Although it's primarily designed as a keyboard for physical input, it also has a speech input option which is directly available. And because all the power of Google's hardware is behind it, it's a powerful and responsive tool.

If that's not enough then there are additional features. Aside from physical input ones such as swiping, you can also trigger images in your text using voice commands. Additionally, it can also work with Google Translate, and is advertised as providing support for over 60 languages.

Even though Google Keyboard isn't a dedicated transcription tool, as there are no shortcut commands or text editing directly integrated, it does everything you need from a basic transcription tool. And as it's a keyboard, it means should be able to work with any software you can run on your Android smartphone, so you can text edit, save, and export using that. Even better, it's free and there are no adverts to get in the way of you using it.

2. Just Press Record

If you want a dedicated dictation app, it’s worth checking out Just Press Record. It’s a mobile audio recorder that comes with features such as one tap recording, transcription and iCloud syncing across devices. The great thing is that it’s aimed at pretty much anyone and is extremely easy to use. 

When it comes to recording notes, all you have to do is press one button, and you get unlimited recording time. However, the really great thing about this app is that it also offers a powerful transcription service. 

Through it, you can quickly and easily turn speech into searchable text. Once you’ve transcribed a file, you can then edit it from within the app. There’s support for more than 30 languages as well, making it the perfect app if you’re working abroad or with an international team. Another nice feature is punctuation command recognition, ensuring that your transcriptions are free from typos.   

This app is underpinned by cloud technology, meaning you can access notes from any device (which is online). You’re able to share audio and text files to other iOS apps too, and when it comes to organizing them, you can view recordings in a comprehensive file. 

3. Speechnotes

Speechnotes is yet another easy to use dictation app. A useful touch here is that you don’t need to create an account or anything like that; you just open up the app and press on the microphone icon, and you’re off.   

The app is powered by Google voice recognition tech. When you’re recording a note, you can easily dictate punctuation marks through voice commands, or by using the built-in punctuation keyboard. 

To make things even easier, you can quickly add names, signatures, greetings and other frequently used text by using a set of custom keys on the built-in keyboard. There’s automatic capitalization as well, and every change made to a note is saved to the cloud.

When it comes to customizing notes, you can access a plethora of fonts and text sizes. The app is free to download from the Google Play Store , but you can make in-app purchases to access premium features (there's also a browser version for Chrome).   

Read our full Speechnotes review .

4. Transcribe

Marketed as a personal assistant for turning videos and voice memos into text files, Transcribe is a popular dictation app that’s powered by AI. It lets you make high quality transcriptions by just hitting a button.   

The app can transcribe any video or voice memo automatically, while supporting over 80 languages from across the world. While you can easily create notes with Transcribe, you can also import files from services such as Dropbox.

Once you’ve transcribed a file, you can export the raw text to a word processor to edit. The app is free to download, but you’ll have to make an in-app purchase if you want to make the most of these features in the long-term. There is a trial available, but it’s basically just 15 minutes of free transcription time. Transcribe is only available on iOS, though.   

5. Windows Speech Recognition

If you don’t want to pay for speech recognition software, and you’re running Microsoft’s latest desktop OS, then you might be pleased to hear that speech-to-text is built into Windows.

Windows Speech Recognition, as it’s imaginatively named – and note that this is something different to Cortana, which offers basic commands and assistant capabilities – lets you not only execute commands via voice control, but also offers the ability to dictate into documents.

The sort of accuracy you get isn’t comparable with that offered by the likes of Dragon, but then again, you’re paying nothing to use it. It’s also possible to improve the accuracy by training the system by reading text, and giving it access to your documents to better learn your vocabulary. It’s definitely worth indulging in some training, particularly if you intend to use the voice recognition feature a fair bit.

The company has been busy boasting about its advances in terms of voice recognition powered by deep neural networks, especially since windows 10 and now for Windows 11 , and Microsoft is certainly priming us to expect impressive things in the future. The likely end-goal aim is for Cortana to do everything eventually, from voice commands to taking dictation.

Turn on Windows Speech Recognition by heading to the Control Panel (search for it, or right click the Start button and select it), then click on Ease of Access, and you will see the option to ‘start speech recognition’ (you’ll also spot the option to set up a microphone here, if you haven’t already done that).

Aside from what has already been covered above, there are an increasing number of apps available across all mobile devices for working with speech to text, not least because Google's speech recognition technology is available for use. 

iTranslate Translator  is a speech-to-text app for iOS with a difference, in that it focuses on translating voice languages. Not only does it aim to translate different languages you hear into text for your own language, it also works to translate images such as photos you might take of signs in a foreign country and get a translation for them. In that way, iTranslate is a very different app, that takes the idea of speech-to-text in a novel direction, and by all accounts, does it well. 

ListNote Speech-to-Text Notes  is another speech-to-text app that uses Google's speech recognition software, but this time does a more comprehensive job of integrating it with a note-taking program than many other apps. The text notes you record are searchable, and you can import/export with other text applications. Additionally there is a password protection option, which encrypts notes after the first 20 characters so that the beginning of the notes are searchable by you. There's also an organizer feature for your notes, using category or assigned color. The app is free on Android, but includes ads.

Voice Notes  is a simple app that aims to convert speech to text for making notes. This is refreshing, as it mixes Google's speech recognition technology with a simple note-taking app, so there are more features to play with here. You can categorize notes, set reminders, and import/export text accordingly.

SpeechTexter  is another speech-to-text app that aims to do more than just record your voice to a text file. This app is built specifically to work with social media, so that rather than sending messages, emails, Tweets, and similar, you can record your voice directly to the social media sites and send. There are also a number of language packs you can download for offline working if you want to use more than just English, which is handy.

Also consider reading these related software and app guides:

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Speech-to-text app FAQs

Which speech-to-text app is best for you.

When deciding which speech-to-text app to use, first consider what your actual needs are, as free and budget  options may only provide basic features, so if you need to use advanced tools you may find a paid-for platform is better suited to you. Additionally, higher-end software can usually cater for every need, so do ensure you have a good idea of which features you think you may require from your speech-to-text app.

How we tested the best speech-to-text apps

To test for the best speech-to-text apps we first set up an account with the relevant platform, then we tested the service to see how the software could be used for different purposes and in different situations. The aim was to push each speech-to-text platform to see how useful its basic tools were and also how easy it was to get to grips with any more advanced tools.

Read more on how we test, rate, and review products on TechRadar .

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The best dictation software in 2024

These speech-to-text apps will save you time without sacrificing accuracy..

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The early days of dictation software were like your friend that mishears lyrics: lots of enthusiasm but little accuracy. Now, AI is out of Pandora's box, both in the news and in the apps we use, and dictation apps are getting better and better because of it. It's still not 100% perfect, but you'll definitely feel more in control when using your voice to type.

I took to the internet to find the best speech-to-text software out there right now, and after monologuing at length in front of dozens of dictation apps, these are my picks for the best.

The best dictation software

Windows 11 Speech Recognition for free dictation software on Windows

Dragon by Nuance for a customizable dictation app

Google Docs voice typing for dictating in Google Docs

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What is dictation software?

When searching for dictation software online, you'll come across a wide range of options. The ones I'm focusing on here are apps or services that you can quickly open, start talking, and see the results on your screen in (near) real-time. This is great for taking quick notes , writing emails without typing, or talking out an entire novel while you walk in your favorite park—because why not.

Beyond these productivity uses, people with disabilities or with carpal tunnel syndrome can use this software to type more easily. It makes technology more accessible to everyone .

If this isn't what you're looking for, here's what else is out there:

AI assistants, such as Apple's Siri, Amazon's Alexa, and Microsoft's Cortana, can help you interact with each of these ecosystems to send texts, buy products, or schedule events on your calendar.

AI meeting assistants will join your meetings and transcribe everything, generating meeting notes to share with your team.

AI transcription platforms can process your video and audio files into neat text.

Transcription services that use a combination of dictation software, AI, and human proofreaders can achieve above 99% accuracy.

There are also advanced platforms for enterprise, like Amazon Transcribe and Microsoft Azure's speech-to-text services.

What makes a great dictation app?

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Dictation software comes in different shapes and sizes. Some are integrated in products you already use. Others are separate apps that offer a range of extra features. While each can vary in look and feel, here's what I looked for to find the best:

High accuracy. Staying true to what you're saying is the most important feature here. The lowest score on this list is at 92% accuracy.

Ease of use. This isn't a high hurdle, as most options are basic enough that anyone can figure them out in seconds.

Availability of voice commands. These let you add "instructions" while you're dictating, such as adding punctuation, starting a new paragraph, or more complex commands like capitalizing all the words in a sentence.

Availability of the languages supported. Most of the picks here support a decent (or impressive) number of languages.

Versatility. I paid attention to how well the software could adapt to different circumstances, apps, and systems.

I tested these apps by reading a 200-word script containing numbers, compound words, and a few tricky terms. I read the script three times for each app: the accuracy scores are an average of all attempts. Finally, I used the voice commands to delete and format text and to control the app's features where available.

I used my laptop's or smartphone's microphone to test these apps in a quiet room without background noise. For occasional dictation, an equivalent microphone on your own computer or smartphone should do the job well. If you're doing a lot of dictation every day, it's probably worth investing in an external microphone, like the Jabra Evolve .

What about AI?

Before the ChatGPT boom, AI wasn't as hot a keyword, but it already existed. The apps on this list use a combination of technologies that may include AI— machine learning and natural language processing (NLP) in particular. While they could rebrand themselves to keep up with the hype, they may use pipelines or models that aren't as bleeding-edge when compared to what's going on in Hugging Face or under OpenAI Whisper 's hood, for example. 

Also, since this isn't a hot AI software category, these apps may prefer to focus on their core offering and product quality instead, not ride the trendy wave by slapping "AI-powered" on every web page.

Tips for using voice recognition software

Though dictation software is pretty good at recognizing different voices, it's not perfect. Here are some tips to make it work as best as possible.

Speak naturally (with caveats). Dictation apps learn your voice and speech patterns over time. And if you're going to spend any time with them, you want to be comfortable. Speak naturally. If you're not getting 90% accuracy initially, try enunciating more.  

Punctuate. When you dictate, you have to say each period, comma, question mark, and so forth. The software isn't always smart enough to figure it out on its own.

Learn a few commands . Take the time to learn a few simple commands, such as "new line" to enter a line break. There are different commands for composing, editing, and operating your device. Commands may differ from app to app, so learn the ones that apply to the tool you choose.

Know your limits. Especially on mobile devices, some tools have a time limit for how long they can listen—sometimes for as little as 10 seconds. Glance at the screen from time to time to make sure you haven't blown past the mark. 

Practice. It takes time to adjust to voice recognition software, but it gets easier the more you practice. Some of the more sophisticated apps invite you to train by reading passages or doing other short drills. Don't shy away from tutorials, help menus, and on-screen cheat sheets.

The best dictation software at a glance

Best free dictation software for apple devices, apple dictation (ios, ipados, macos).

The interface for Apple Dictation, our pick for the best free dictation app for Apple users

Look no further than your Mac, iPhone, or iPad for one of the best dictation tools. Apple's built-in dictation feature, powered by Siri (I wouldn't be surprised if the two merged one day), ships as part of Apple's desktop and mobile operating systems. On iOS devices, you use it by pressing the microphone icon on the stock keyboard. On your desktop, you turn it on by going to System Preferences > Keyboard > Dictation , and then use a keyboard shortcut to activate it in your app.

If you want the ability to navigate your Mac with your voice and use dictation, try Voice Control . By default, Voice Control requires the internet to work and has a time limit of about 30 seconds for each smattering of speech. To remove those limits for a Mac, enable Enhanced Dictation, and follow the directions here for your OS (you can also enable it for iPhones and iPads). Enhanced Dictation adds a local file to your device so that you can dictate offline.

You can format and edit your text using simple commands, such as "new paragraph" or "select previous word." Tip: you can view available commands in a small window, like a little cheat sheet, while learning the ropes. Apple also offers a number of advanced commands for things like math, currency, and formatting. 

Apple Dictation price: Included with macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and Apple Watch.

Apple Dictation accuracy: 96%. I tested this on an iPhone SE 3rd Gen using the dictation feature on the keyboard.

Recommendation: For the occasional dictation, I'd recommend the standard Dictation feature available with all Apple systems. But if you need more custom voice features (e.g., medical terms), opt for Voice Control with Enhanced Dictation. You can create and import both custom vocabulary and custom commands and work while offline.

Apple Dictation supported languages: 59 languages and dialects .

While Apple Dictation is available natively on the Apple Watch, if you're serious about recording plenty of voice notes and memos, check out the Just Press Record app. It runs on the same engine and keeps all your recordings synced and organized across your Apple devices.

Best free dictation software for Windows

Windows 11 speech recognition (windows).

The interface for Windows Speech Recognition, our pick for the best free dictation app for Windows

Windows 11 Speech Recognition (also known as Voice Typing) is a strong dictation tool, both for writing documents and controlling your Windows PC. Since it's part of your system, you can use it in any app you have installed.

To start, first, check that online speech recognition is on by going to Settings > Time and Language > Speech . To begin dictating, open an app, and on your keyboard, press the Windows logo key + H. A microphone icon and gray box will appear at the top of your screen. Make sure your cursor is in the space where you want to dictate.

When it's ready for your dictation, it will say Listening . You have about 10 seconds to start talking before the microphone turns off. If that happens, just click it again and wait for Listening to pop up. To stop the dictation, click the microphone icon again or say "stop talking."  

As I dictated into a Word document, the gray box reminded me to hang on, we need a moment to catch up . If you're speaking too fast, you'll also notice your transcribed words aren't keeping up. This never posed an issue with accuracy, but it's a nice reminder to keep it slow and steady. 

To activate the computer control features, you'll have to go to Settings > Accessibility > Speech instead. While there, tick on Windows Speech Recognition. This unlocks a range of new voice commands that can fully replace a mouse and keyboard. Your voice becomes the main way of interacting with your system.

While you can use this tool anywhere inside your computer, if you're a Microsoft 365 subscriber, you'll be able to use the dictation features there too. The best app to use it on is, of course, Microsoft Word: it even offers file transcription, so you can upload a WAV or MP3 file and turn it into text. The engine is the same, provided by Microsoft Speech Services.

Windows 11 Speech Recognition price: Included with Windows 11. Also available as part of the Microsoft 365 subscription.

Windows 11 Speech Recognition accuracy: 95%. I tested it in Windows 11 while using Microsoft Word. 

Windows 11 Speech Recognition languages supported : 11 languages and dialects .

Best customizable dictation software

Dragon by nuance (android, ios, macos, windows).

The interface for Dragon, our pick for the best customizable dictation software

In 1990, Dragon Dictate emerged as the first dictation software. Over three decades later, we have Dragon by Nuance, a leader in the industry and a distant cousin of that first iteration. With a variety of software packages and mobile apps for different use cases (e.g., legal, medical, law enforcement), Dragon can handle specialized industry vocabulary, and it comes with excellent features, such as the ability to transcribe text from an audio file you upload. 

For this test, I used Dragon Anywhere, Nuance's mobile app, as it's the only version—among otherwise expensive packages—available with a free trial. It includes lots of features not found in the others, like Words, which lets you add words that would be difficult to recognize and spell out. For example, in the script, the word "Litmus'" (with the possessive) gave every app trouble. To avoid this, I added it to Words, trained it a few times with my voice, and was then able to transcribe it accurately.

It also provides shortcuts. If you want to shorten your entire address to one word, go to Auto-Text , give it a name ("address"), and type in your address: 1000 Eichhorn St., Davenport, IA 52722, and hit Save . The next time you dictate and say "address," you'll get the entire thing. Press the comment bubble icon to see text commands while you're dictating, or say "What can I say?" and the command menu pops up. 

Once you complete a dictation, you can email, share (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox), open in Word, or save to Evernote. You can perform these actions manually or by voice command (e.g., "save to Evernote.") Once you name it, it automatically saves in Documents for later review or sharing. 

Accuracy is good and improves with use, showing that you can definitely train your dragon. It's a great choice if you're serious about dictation and plan to use it every day, but may be a bit too much if you're just using it occasionally.

Dragon by Nuance price: $15/month for Dragon Anywhere (iOS and Android); from $200 to $500 for desktop packages

Dragon by Nuance accuracy: 97%. Tested it in the Dragon Anywhere iOS app.

Dragon by Nuance supported languages: 6 languages and dialects in Dragon Anywhere and 8 languages and dialects in Dragon Desktop.  

Best free mobile dictation software

Gboard (android, ios).

The interface for Gboard, our pick for the best mobile dictation software

Gboard, also known as Google Keyboard, is a free keyboard native to Android phones. It's also available for iOS: go to the App Store, download the Gboard app , and then activate the keyboard in the settings. In addition to typing, it lets you search the web, translate text, or run a quick Google Maps search.

Back to the topic: it has an excellent dictation feature. To start, press the microphone icon on the top-right of the keyboard. An overlay appears on the screen, filling itself with the words you're saying. It's very quick and accurate, which will feel great for fast-talkers but probably intimidating for the more thoughtful among us. If you stop talking for a few seconds, the overlay disappears, and Gboard pastes what it heard into the app you're using. When this happens, tap the microphone icon again to continue talking.

Wherever you can open a keyboard while using your phone, you can have Gboard supporting you there. You can write emails or notes or use any other app with an input field.

The writer who handled the previous update of this list had been using Gboard for seven years, so it had plenty of training data to adapt to his particular enunciation, landing the accuracy at an amazing 98%. I haven't used it much before, so the best I had was 92% overall. It's still a great score. More than that, it's proof of how dictation apps improve the more you use them.

Gboard price : Free

Gboard accuracy: 92%. With training, it can go up to 98%. I tested it using the iOS app while writing a new email.

Gboard supported languages: 916 languages and dialects .

Best dictation software for typing in Google Docs

Google docs voice typing (web on chrome).

The interface for Google Docs voice typing, our pick for the best dictation software for Google Docs

Just like Microsoft offers dictation in their Office products, Google does the same for their Workspace suite. The best place to use the voice typing feature is in Google Docs, but you can also dictate speaker notes in Google Slides as a way to prepare for your presentation.

To get started, make sure you're using Chrome and have a Google Docs file open. Go to Tools > Voice typing , and press the microphone icon to start. As you talk, the text will jitter into existence in the document.

You can change the language in the dropdown on top of the microphone icon. If you need help, hover over that icon, and click the ? on the bottom-right. That will show everything from turning on the mic, the voice commands for dictation, and moving around the document.

It's unclear whether Google's voice typing here is connected to the same engine in Gboard. I wasn't able to confirm whether the training data for the mobile keyboard and this tool are connected in any way. Still, the engines feel very similar and turned out the same accuracy at 92%. If you start using it more often, it may adapt to your particular enunciation and be more accurate in the long run.

Google Docs voice typing price : Free

Google Docs voice typing accuracy: 92%. Tested in a new Google Docs file in Chrome.

Google Docs voice typing supported languages: 118 languages and dialects ; voice commands only available in English.

Google Docs integrates with Zapier , which means you can automatically do things like save form entries to Google Docs, create new documents whenever something happens in your other apps, or create project management tasks for each new document.

Best dictation software for collaboration

Otter (web, android, ios).

Otter, our pick for the best dictation software for collaboration

Most of the time, you're dictating for yourself: your notes, emails, or documents. But there may be situations in which sharing and collaboration is more important. For those moments, Otter is the better option.

It's not as robust in terms of dictation as others on the list, but it compensates with its versatility. It's a meeting assistant, first and foremost, ready to hop on your meetings and transcribe everything it hears. This is great to keep track of what's happening there, making the text available for sharing by generating a link or in the corresponding team workspace.

The reason why it's the best for collaboration is that others can highlight parts of the transcript and leave their comments. It also separates multiple speakers, in case you're recording a conversation, so that's an extra headache-saver if you use dictation software for interviewing people.

When you open the app and click the Record button on the top-right, you can use it as a traditional dictation app. It doesn't support voice commands, but it has decent intuition as to where the commas and periods should go based on the intonation and rhythm of your voice. Once you're done talking, Otter will start processing what you said, extract keywords, and generate action items and notes from the content of the transcription.

If you're going for long recording stretches where you talk about multiple topics, there's an AI chat option, where you can ask Otter questions about the transcript. This is great to summarize the entire talk, extract insights, and get a different angle on everything you said.

Not all meeting assistants offer dictation, so Otter sits here on this fence between software categories, a jack-of-two-trades, quite good at both. If you want something more specialized for meetings, be sure to check out the best AI meeting assistants . But if you want a pure dictation app with plenty of voice commands and great control over the final result, the other options above will serve you better.

Otter price: Free plan available for 300 minutes / month. Pro plan starts at $16.99, adding more collaboration features and monthly minutes.

Otter accuracy: 93% accuracy. I tested it in the web app on my computer.

Otter supported languages: Only American and British English for now.

Is voice dictation for you?

Dictation software isn't for everyone. It will likely take practice learning to "write" out loud because it will feel unnatural. But once you get comfortable with it, you'll be able to write from anywhere on any device without the need for a keyboard. 

And by using any of the apps I listed here, you can feel confident that most of what you dictate will be accurately captured on the screen. 

Related reading:

The best transcription services

Catch typos by making your computer read to you

Why everyone should try the accessibility features on their computer

What is Otter.ai?

The best voice recording apps for iPhone

This article was originally published in April 2016 and has also had contributions from Emily Esposito, Jill Duffy, and Chris Hawkins. The most recent update was in November 2023.

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Much like the acclaim received by text-to-speech software for its ability to articulate documents audibly, speech-to-text converters are equally valuable. The speech-to-text functionality embedded in various software allows transcription of video or audio content, facilitating voice typing and more with remarkable ease.

In this article, our focus is on the top six free online speech-to-text converters. So let's get into it.

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Part 1: How Does A Speech-to-Text Converter Work?

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Speech-to-text technology is similar to that audio-to-text conversion. The main difference between the two is that audio-to-text conversions take place on the pre-recorded audio files. However, the speech to text conversions takes place in real time. As soon as you speak something, it is converted into text with advanced algorithms.

Speech to text software works on the person's audio and converts it into an editable transcript. Here is how speech-to-text solutions actually work:

1. When an individual speaks words from his mouth, it creates a series of vibrations picked up by speech-to-text technology used in STT solutions. The algorithms work on the vibrations and convert them into digital language that is further decoded.

2. The analog-to-digital converter within the software picks the sounds of an audio file, measure the waves, analyzes them, and filters the relevant sounds into distinguished categories.

3. Each sound is matched with the phenomes of the English language or any other language you are conversing with. The next step is running the phenomes through mathematical models to translate them into known words, phrases, and sentences.

4. Everything is taking place in the thousandth part of a second, and you see the results on your screen in no time.

Part 2: Best Speech-to-Text Software For PC Recommend

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If you are not into using online software to do the speech-to-text conversion, iMyFone VoxBox allows you to type without your hands and use your voice or other audio to create documents. you can copy text and Add subtitles to your content in real-time to your streaming content.

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Part 3: Best Online Speech-to-Text Converter Recommended In 2023

Let's have a look at the best online speech-to-text tools you can rely on in 2023.

SpeechNotes is a speech-to-text converter online that you can use for free. It is a powerful, user-friendly, and highly efficient text-to-speech and speech-to-text converter you can access from your web browser.

Irrespective of which device you are using, all you need is a web browser to run the free software and do voice typing, video transcribing, and much more. The most important highlight of the tool is its intelligent algorithms that also set the text structure, capitalization, and other grammatical aspects of conversions.

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Dictation.io is an online speech-to-text converter developed by Indian software developers. It works similarly to SpeechNotes; you only need a Chrome Browser on your desktop or laptop to run the software with full capabilities. Although available on Android and iOS, Dictation.io is recommended to be used on the desktop. It will give a full experience of the online speech-to-text converter.

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Just tap on the microphone icon and start speaking to let the algorithms and STT technology work on the sound waves and give you sorted text in your required language.

Multiple-language support, including English, Hindi, Italian, Francais, Espanol, Urdu, etc.

Online tool doesn’t require download or installations.

Auto-save feature to give you a hassle-free experience.

High accuracy with AI-powered conversions.

It is a speech-to-text online converter for Free.

Yet another online speech-to-text converter that works very well on Chrome browsers is SpeechTexter. It is a free converter that is dedicated to the web-users on Android devices. You can also download the Android app of Speech Texter and enjoy voice typing with very high accuracy and fast conversions.

Whether you are using the browser-based STT or Android app, the software uses Google’s server to convert your voice into text. All you have to do is speak by tapping on start. As soon as you stop speaking, the conversion takes place in a few seconds, and the final result is shown on the main window with Result Confidence Wheel.

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Result confidence wheel to tell you the estimated accuracy of transcribed words.

Dedicated app and online speech-to-text converter for Android users.

More than 70 languages to choose from.

Uses the trusted servers of Google for transcribing.

Foreign language pronunciation is improved.

It is a free speech-to-text converter that needs no download or installation.

When talking about online speech-to-text conversion, podcastle.ai is the name you cannot ignore. It is a voice-to-text converter that can convert pre-recorded audio and real-time speech into text.

The software is most popularly used by people who want to convert pre-recorded audio files in multiple formats to written documents. The tool is perfect for transcribing videos and converting audio files into a document.

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Convert your audio or speech into text within no time.

Supports different formats for downloading and uploading files.

Use text editors to correct the formatting and sentence structure of converted content.

Eliminates the need for time-consuming manual transcription.

Comes with affordable pricing.

You will pay $11.99/month for 10 hours of transcription. One hour of transcription per month is free.

5. Google Cloud Speech To Text

Last but not least, Google Cloud speech to text is a free online STT converter you can leverage for accurate transcription in different languages. You can integrate the Google Cloud STT API with popular software and tools for a convenient conversion experience.

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Speech adaption for better transcription and suggestions about domain-specific words and phrases.

A user-friendly interface speeds up the process of transcription from speech to text.

Speech-to-text on-prem leverages Google’s speech recognition technology for private data centers.

Multi-lingual support.

Handle noisy audio and separates the actual content accurately.

It is a free tool for personal users, but you can also get a paid professional subscription.

1. Which is the best online speech-to-text tool?

Google Cloud speech-to-text is the best online solution for conversions due to the powerful servers of Google, secure and encrypted ecosystem accompanied with high accuracy.

2. Is there any online speech-to-text converter for Japanese?

There are many Japanese text-to-speech converters. However, when it comes to Japanese speech-to-text converters, Sonic.ai is indeed the most accurate and affordable tool you can rely on.

3. Can I use speech-to-text software on a PC?

Yes, you can use speech-to-text software on a PC at a very affordable price. One prime example of STT software is iMyFone VoxBox, which can be installed and used on your Windows PC without hassle.

We have listed the best 6 speech to text transcribers for you to try and convert your audio into written text. You can leverage speech-to-text to speed up your work. However, I'd love to recommend VoxBox , which not only supported speech-to-text but also supported text-to-speech, speech-to-speech, etc. which makes you focus on an important issue.

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What is text to speech (TTS)?

Text-to-speech goes by a few names. Some refer to it as TTS,  read aloud , or even speech synthesis ; for the more engineered name. Today, it simply means using  artificial intelligence  to read words aloud be; it from a PDF, email, docs, or any website. Instantly turn text into audio. Listen in English, Italian, Portuguese,  Spanish , or more and choose your accent and character to personalize your experience.

How does AI text to speech work?

Beautifully. Speech synthesis works by installing an app like Speechify either on your device or as a browser extension. AI scans the words on the page and  reads it out loud , without any lag. You can change the default voice to a custom voice, change accents, languages, and even increase or decrease the speaking rate.

AI has made significant progress in synthesizing voices. It can pick up on formatted text and change tone accordingly. Gone are the days where the voices sounded  robotic . Speechify is revolutionizing that.

Once you install the TTS mobile app, you can easily convert text to speech from any website within your browser, read aloud your email, and more. If you install it as a  browser extension , you can do just the same on your laptop. The web version is OS agnostic. Mac or Windows, no problem.

What is the text-to-speech service?

A text-to-speech service is a tool, like Speechify text to speech, that transforms your written words into spoken words. Imagine typing out a message and having it read out loud by a digital voice – that’s what TTS services, like Speechify TTS do.

What are the benefits of text to speech?

TTS technology offers many benefits, like helping those with reading difficulties, providing rest for your eyes, multitasking by listening to content, improving pronunciation and language learning, and making content accessible to a wider audience.

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Websites that convert written text into spoken language are incredible resources for text to speech (TTS) users. They facilitate text listening rather than reading, which is excellent for multitasking, learning, and persons with vision difficulties.

We’ll talk about the best five Text to Speech websites out there right now in this post. We’ll look at their characteristics, usability, and potential uses for various users. Whether you’re a professional, student, or just inquisitive, you’ll get insightful knowledge about the field of TTS technology.

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A website that converts text to speech is known as a Text to Speech (TTS) website. It reads text from documents, webpages, and text input using technology. Those who find reading difficult or who would rather listen might find this useful.

A TTS website is simple to use. It reads aloud content that you simply input or paste. This is useful for information listening, learning, and for people who are blind or visually handicapped. It increases the number of persons who can read.

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Websites offering text to speech (TTS) are quite helpful. They facilitate the conversion of written to spoken language. This is helpful for folks who find reading hard or are too busy to read. Emails and news articles can be read aloud on TTS websites.

These websites are simple to use. Simply enter the text, and the website will read it out. It is beneficial for those who have vision problems or are learning a new language. Everyone can access information more easily thanks to TTS.

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  • Accessibility : TTS websites make content more accessible to individuals with visual impairments or reading difficulties.
  • Multilingual Support : Many TTS services support multiple languages, enhancing content accessibility for a global audience.
  • Efficient Content Consumption : TTS enables users to consume content while multitasking or on the go, such as listening to articles during commutes.
  • Enhanced Learning : TTS aids in language learning, pronunciation, and comprehension by providing audio versions of text.
  • Content Customization : Users can adjust the speech rate, voice, and other settings to personalize their TTS experience.
  • Assistive Technology : TTS websites are valuable tools for individuals with dyslexia, ADHD, or other learning disabilities.
  • Content Creation : TTS can be used to convert text-based content into audio format, expanding content distribution options.
  • Productivity : TTS can increase productivity by allowing users to “listen” to documents, emails, and reports.
  • Reduced Eye Strain : Listening to content instead of reading can reduce eye strain during extended screen time.
  • Cost-Effective : Some TTS websites offer free or affordable services, making it a cost-effective solution for various users and industries.

1. SpeechActors

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One of the best websites for translating written words into spoken words is SpeechActors . It is simple to operate. A text entered by you is read out by the program. Many folks will find this useful.

It sounds human by utilizing technology. It’s enjoyable to listen because of this. It is especially helpful to those who are blind or who learn best by hearing.

For everyone, this website is fantastic. To utilize it, you don’t need to be very tech-savvy. It’s ideal for daily activities because it’s quick and easy.

Features of SpeechActors

  • Supports over 140 languages and 300 voices, providing a diverse range of content needs.
  • Provides an easy-to-use text editor with real-time preview for fine-tuning voiceovers.
  • Flexible pricing plans, including a free version, low-cost subscription options for advanced features, and a lifetime plan.
  • Natural-sounding voices that are ideal for YouTube videos and multimedia projects.
  • Web-based platform, ensuring accessibility and convenience without the need for software installation.
  • Fast processing speeds allow for faster turnaround on voiceover projects, increasing productivity.

Pros and cons of SpeechActors

  • Variety of Voices and Languages Ease of Use Time-Saving Cost-Effective Consistency Accessibility
  • Limited Features in Free Version Lack of offline functionality

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Murf AI is a website for turning text into speech. It uses technology to make the words sound like a human is speaking them. This is great for people who need to hear text instead of reading it.

The website is easy to use. You just type in or upload the words you want to hear. Then, Murf AI changes them into speech. You can pick different voices to make it sound the way you want.

This tool is helpful for many things. It can read books, make videos sound good, or help people learn. It’s a top choice for making text sound like real talking.

  • Murf AI offers over 120 voices across 20 different languages, catering to a global user base.
  • Includes voice cloning, AI dubbing, and integration with Canva for enhanced voice-over capabilities.
  • Advanced text-to-speech editor, voice modulation options, and real-time voice editing for precise control.
  • Flexible pricing plans, including a free trial, basic, pro, and enterprise levels, to suit different user needs.
  • High-quality, lifelike AI voices are ideal for professional and personal projects.
  • User-friendly interface, making it accessible for beginners and experts alike.
  • Extensive library of AI voices, including options for different ages, accents, and styles.

Pros and cons

  • Wide variety of voices
  • Extra Effects
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  • Scalability
  • Cost Learning Curve
  • Reliability
  • Customization

3. ElevenLabs

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ElevenLabs is a website that turns written text into speech. It uses advanced technology to make the speech sound very natural, like a real human talking. This is great for people who prefer listening over reading.

The website is easy to use. You just type in or paste the text you want to hear. Then, ElevenLabs changes it into voice. You can pick different voices to find one you like.

This tool is helpful for many reasons. It can help people who have trouble reading or seeing. Also, it’s good for listening to information while doing other things, like driving or cooking. It makes getting information easier and more flexible.

4. Speechify

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Speechify is a website where you can turn written text into speech. It’s great for people who prefer to listen rather than read. This can help with learning, or if you just like to hear things read out loud.

The site is easy to use. You just put in the text, and it reads it back to you. It’s useful for all kinds of texts like books, emails, or articles.

It’s known as one of the best text-to-speech websites. Many people use it for studying, work, or just for fun. Speechify makes reading easier for everyone, including those who have trouble with reading.

  • Speechify offers over 30 languages and a wide range of 130+ voices, including natural-sounding and celebrity-like options.
  • Includes reading speed control, highlighting text as it’s read, and converting text from books, PDFs, and web pages.
  • Integrates with browsers and mobile devices, allowing seamless text-to-speech conversion across different platforms.
  • Offers a free version with basic features and a premium plan with advanced capabilities like more voices and offline listening.
  • High-quality voice synthesis, providing clear and natural-sounding audio for various content types.
  • User-friendly interface, making it easy for users of all skill levels to navigate and use the tool effectively.
  • Multi-device compatibility, supporting usage across computers, smartphones, and tablets for consistent accessibility.
  • Accessibility
  • Language Learning
  • Productivity
  • OCR technology
  • Support for Multiple Platforms
  • Naturalness of Voice
  • Accuracy and Pronunciation
  • Subscription Costs
  • Limited Context Understanding

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PlayHT is a website that turns written text into spoken words. It’s like having someone read your writing out loud. This is great for people who prefer listening over reading.

The website uses different voices and languages. You can choose a voice that sounds best for your text. This makes your writing more interesting to listen to.

PlayHT is useful for making audio versions of articles or books. It helps people who are busy or have trouble reading. With PlayHT, they can listen to the text anywhere, anytime.

  • Offers over 900 AI voices across 100+ languages, catering to a global audience.
  • Includes SSML tags for voice control, WordPress plugin, and podcast hosting integration.
  • Real-time voice preview to ensure quality before finalizing the audio.
  • Flexible pricing plans, including a free version and affordable premium options.
  • High-quality voice cloning technology for personalized voiceovers.
  • Easy-to-use interface for quick text-to-speech conversion.
  • Advanced customization options, including speed, pitch, and emphasis adjustments.

Pros and Cons

  • Wide Range of Voices and Languages
  • Realistic Voice Synthesis
  • Easy to Use
  • Customization Options
  • Integration Capabilities
  • Dependence on Text Quality
  • Lack of Emotional Depth
  • Limited Customization in Free Version

What is a Text to Speech (TTS) website?

A Text to Speech website is an online platform that converts written text into spoken words using digital voice technology. Users can input text, and the website synthesizes the text into audio speech, often in various languages and voices.

How accurate are Text to Speech websites?

The accuracy of TTS websites has improved significantly with advancements in AI and machine learning. Most modern TTS services offer natural-sounding voices and accurate pronunciation, though they may still struggle with unusual words or names.

Can I customize the voice on a Text to Speech website?

Yes, many TTS websites allow users to customize the voice. Options can include changing the gender, accent, pitch, speed, and sometimes even the tone of the synthesized voice.

Are there any free Text to Speech websites?

Yes, there are several free TTS websites like SpeechActors are available. However, free versions might have limitations such as a maximum number of characters, fewer voice options, or lower-quality audio compared to paid services.

After exploring various text-to-speech websites, it’s clear that each has unique features. They cater to different needs, making digital content more accessible.

SpeechActors stands out for its user-friendly interface and quality voices. These tools transform the way we interact with online information, making it easier for everyone to access and enjoy digital content.

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I've used ChatGPT a lot, and while it's definitely a powerful AI chatbot that can hold conversations, generate text, and translate languages, it's not the only option on the market. Loads of similar websites and apps have cropped up since its inception, each with unique strengths and weaknesses.

I tested and chatted with dozens of options to come up with these top choices that I think you'll also love. If you want an alternative to ChatGPT because of capacity issues, lack of features, or no real-time internet access by default, you've got several to choose from. If you'd just like to try new AI tools, use this list for that, too!

Gemini: Best for Real-Time Information From the Web

Accesses the internet by default.

Optional voice-to-text input.

Can display photos from web search results.

Conversation history.

Extension options.

You must have a Google account.

Gemini (formerly Bard) is Google's AI chatbot that the company says "can supercharge your imagination, boost your productivity, and help you bring your ideas to life."

Gemini is fun to play with and easy and intuitive to use. Like ChatGPT, it accepts text input to help you write code, generate stories, look up information, and more. It'll even analyze an image you send, meaning you can ask questions about a photo!

This is my #1 choice for the best alternative to ChatGPT because it's always connected to the web (no plugin needed!), and it feels straightforward to use.

Here are some other things I appreciated while using it:

  • Precise location access provides relevant responses to where I am.
  • Results can be converted into a new Gmail message or exported to Google Docs or Sheets.
  • Previous chats can be pinned at the top of the page for easy retrieval.
  • Results can be read aloud.
  • Conversations can be shared via a link.
  • Images can be generated.
  • Pick a different response without typing everything out again.
  • The extensions are free and easy to turn on and off.

Copilot: Best for Windows Users

Built-in to Edge and Windows 11.

Lets you edit the conversation style.

Cites its sources.

Supports interactive results.

Can generate images.

Responses occasionally include ads.

No easy way to find conversation history in the web version.

Microsoft's AI chatbot is called Copilot (formerly Bing Chat). It's a combination of GPT-4 and the Bing search engine, so it's always accessing the internet to give updated results.

Although it's similar to Bard, I like that with Copilot, it's easy to switch between the AI responses and a normal Bing search if one feels like it'd be more useful than the other.

There are three conversation styles to pick from, depending on how you want the chatbot to respond. I like Balanced for most situations because it blends the other two nicely, but Precise is good for when I want a straightforward answer, and Creative is just fun to play around with.

In most cases, you can get more information about a response by clicking through the sources and additional information provided below each result.

Copilot works in Edge and most other browsers, including Chrome. There's also a shortcut to it on the Windows 11 taskbar .

AnonChatGPT: Best for Using ChatGPT Without an Account

Anonymous ChatGPT access.

Doesn't feel as 'locked down' as when using OpenAI's website.

Can't share or easily copy responses.

Supports only one conversation at a time.

ChatGPT limitations (e.g., no internet access).

If you want to use ChatGPT without logging in, AnonChatGPT is your best bet. It simply forwards all your prompts to OpenAI's servers and then displays the responses. I like this because my personal information isn't shared with the makers of ChatGPT, but I still get all the basic benefits.

AnonChatGPT is based on OpenAI's GPT-3 model, but the user interface isn't quite the same. Only one conversation can be held at a time, so past responses aren't stored to look through later. Just refresh the page to start a new conversation.

Copy.ai: Best for Summarizing Text

Pulls live information from the web.

Prompt library built-in.

Includes other amazing writing tools.

Free option and affordable paid plan.

Supports several languages.

There's a learning curve, so you might need the help docs.

Copy.ai offers way more than just text summarizations, but I mention this first because it's awesome at it. I have found it super useful for really long essays, blog articles, and lists I just don't have the time to fully read.

As you can see in the screenshot, I fed it a URL, and it quickly and accurately read and understood the task. I got the same results with countless articles I tested. You'll love using this if you find yourself skipping interesting articles just because they're too long to get into right now.

Check out Copy.ai, and you'll find it's like ChatGPT on steroids, chock-full of countless valuable qualities. Below are some of the coolest features I found to help me write social media descriptions, generate blog ideas, and even write a birthday card.

  • Create your own brand voice to generate content in line with your brand.
  • Easily reuse important data by adding text or uploading files to your Infobase.
  • Build workflows. One example lets you turn a content brief into a full blog post with a relevant meta description.
  • Organize everything into project folders.

The free plan is fine if usage stays below 2,000 words in the chat. Paid plans include GPT-4 access and unlimited words, projects, brand voices, and more.

Character.AI: Best for Character-Based Conversations

Saves conversation history with each character.

Start using it without an account.

Lots of help docs if you need them.

Speech-to-text lets you talk to your characters

Free users are locked out during high traffic times.

Character.AI lets you chat with an agent that's preconfigured as someone specific—celebrities, religious figures, and game characters are a few neat ones I tried. The chatbot gives off the illusion that you're chatting with that character.

Some characters are built for fun; talk to Shakespeare, Einstein, Harry Potter, and Bill Gates. But there are also so-called "helpers" that can be used as psychologists, creative guides, trip planners, spirituality coaches, etc. Other topics include language learning, philosophy, and history. There's a lot to pick from!

If you're interested in building your own character, a quick mode option can spin up a new agent in no time (it took me about a minute). There's also an advanced mode with more powerful tools to perfect the chatbot. Creations can be private or public.

You can pay if you want priority access, faster response times, and a few other features.

ChatPDF: Best for Answering Questions From PDFs

Quick to analyze the document.

Supports follow-up questions.

Open online and local PDFs.

DOCX support would be nice.

Extra features are overpriced.

Most free AI chatbots are useless if you need to analyze text from a document. ChatPDF can help by first identifying what in the document your question most likely is referring to, and then it leverages ChatGPT's power for the answer.

All you have to do is upload a PDF and then ask a question, just like you would in ChatGPT. You can also share a URL to the document so someone else can run questions by it.

I tried this with a 115-page document about something notoriously confusing— health insurance policy details— and it worked quite well! It only took a few seconds to come back with an answer. I had a few questions for it, and each time I was given helpful and factual answers (I looked manually to verify). It even tells you which pages it found the answers on.

You can use this alternative to ChatGPT on two documents per day as long as they don't exceed 120 pages. Paying users don't have a daily limit or question limit, and can get answers from PDFs as large as 32 MB.

Chatsonic: Best for Writing Assistance

Chrome extension integrates with other websites.

Also available as an Android app.

Can create digital artwork.

Lots of other AI features on the site.

Extension-triggered summaries sometimes don't work.

Chatsonic calls itself the best ChatGPT alternative for content creation. It uses Google to access the web and it can be used through the website and the Android app. I also tried the Chrome extension to help me write directly in Gmail and other places like X (formerly Twitter) without having to leave the page.

Here are some features worth mentioning:

  • Includes a plagiarism checker.
  • There's a Chrome extension for content suggestions anywhere you write online.
  • Suports image generation.
  • Feed it documents, images, audio files, and URLs.
  • Custom directions to personalize all the responses.
  • Zapier and WordPress integrations.
  • GPT-3.5 for free users.
  • Download results as a DOCX file.

Free users are limited to 10,000 words per month. Additional features are available with the Freelancer and Small Team plans.

Flawlessly.ai: Best for Quick Grammar Fixes

Incredibly easy to use.

Doesn't require a user account.

Lets you pick the tone.

Produces only English results.

The idea behind this free ChatGPT alternative is simple: It makes any writing flawless .

To use it, just paste your previously written content (or type something new) into the provided box. It can be any text: Notes, stories, emails, blog posts, etc. Then, pick conversational, formal, or semi-formal for the writing style. It'll spit out the same stuff you wrote in just a few seconds, but this time you can feel confident that it's grammatically correct.

I tried this several times with completely different text, both long and short samples, and it did surprisingly well. I recommend this for anyone who struggles with general grammar rules or who isn't quite fluent in English.

Phind: Best for Learning How to Code

Live connection to the internet.

Helpful shortcut to test the fixed code on Replit.

Detailed answers with lots of sources provided.

Keeps track of previous threads.

Share a link to the thread.

Can't export to a file for offline access later.

Sure, ChatGPT can help with your broken code or general programming questions, but Phind takes it to the next level with constant access to the internet for up-to-date help and filters to adjust how results are ranked.

In my example in the screenshot above, I learned I missed a period in my code. Phind identified what I was trying to do with that code, searched the internet for reasons it doesn't work, and fixed it. If I wanted to learn more about how the answer was found, I could dig into the sources that were provided.

Before you ask Phind something, you can force it to ignore search results if you prefer.

This is a great resource for beginners, and I can see myself using it more as I dive deeper into software development. It's free to use with the Phind Model, and there's limited support for GPT-4, although you can pay for more usage.

iAsk.AI: Best AI Search Engine

Several ways to target specific sources for better results.

Easy to copy results to the clipboard.

Could be better at using relevant sources.

Doesn't always work correctly.

Some AI tools that can search the web don't discriminate, meaning they use the whole internet in each search. This might be helpful sometimes, but other times it doesn't make much sense. iAsk.AI is built differently to target forums, academic sources, news, books, and more.

Just type something into the box, pick the length you want the response to be, and choose a category so that it uses specific kinds of sources to generate results. I've been getting great answers using it for all sorts of queries.

For example, I was curious about how a specific medical procedure works, so I searched only for academic sources. Conversely, I used the forums tab to get a list of gift ideas for a woman who likes cats, so it referenced Reddit and some pet-focused websites for answers from real people.

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Machine learning is a subset of artificial intelligence. So, under the big umbrella of artificial intelligence, you'd find machine learning, deep learning, transfer learning, etc. Here's a little more information explaining What Is Machine Learning .

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