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Superwhisper vs Wispr Flow: Complete Comparison

Compare Superwhisper and Wispr Flow side-by-side to find the best dictation app for your needs.

TL;DR

Superwhisper is best for control over which speech and AI models run, while Wispr Flow is better for polished dictation across Mac, Windows and mobile.

Neither quite right? Consider Retext for on-device dictation and snippets in one Mac app.

Quick Comparison

Superwhisper

Dictation app with a choice of local or cloud models and customizable AI modes

Pricing:

Pro $8.49/month, $84.99/year, or $249.99 lifetime; one license covers all your devices

Free tier: Unlimited dictation with local models, up to 2 modes without AI

Runs on: Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android

Best for:

  • • Control over which speech and AI models run
  • • Free, unlimited local dictation
  • • Custom AI modes for different kinds of writing

Wispr Flow

Cloud-based AI dictation that turns speech into polished text in any app, on desktop and mobile

Pricing:

Pro $15/user/month, or $12/user/month billed annually; Growth and Enterprise plans for teams

Free tier: 2,000 words a week on desktop, limited weekly use on mobile

Runs on: Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android

Best for:

  • • Polished dictation across Mac, Windows and mobile
  • • A shared team dictionary and snippets
  • • AI formatting for long messages

Feature Comparison

FeatureSuperwhisperWispr Flow
Voice Dictation
AI Cleanup & Rewriting
Audio File Transcription
Not available
Privacy & Local Storage
Snippet Expansion
Team Sharing
Cross-Platform

Pricing Comparison

ProductPricing ModelPriceFree Tier
SuperwhisperFreemiumPro $8.49/month, $84.99/year, or $249.99 lifetime; one license covers all your devices
Unlimited dictation with local models, up to 2 modes without AI
Wispr FlowPer SeatPro $15/user/month, or $12/user/month billed annually; Growth and Enterprise plans for teams
2,000 words a week on desktop, limited weekly use on mobile

Pros and Cons

Superwhisper

Strengths

  • Free plan with unlimited local dictation
  • Pick from local and cloud models, or bring your own API key
  • Custom AI modes for messages, email and more
  • Custom vocabulary and text replacements
  • Lifetime license option

Weaknesses

  • AI modes and cloud models need Pro
  • Many settings to learn
  • No built-in export for vocabulary
  • File transcription and meetings need Pro
  • Offline models run best on Apple silicon

Wispr Flow

Strengths

  • Polishes speech into clean, formatted text
  • Works on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android
  • Voice snippets and a dictionary that learns your words
  • 100+ languages with automatic detection
  • Writing styles that change per app

Weaknesses

  • Transcription always happens in the cloud
  • Free plan is capped at 2,000 words a week on desktop
  • Per-user subscription pricing
  • Snippets are spoken, not typed triggers
  • Notetaker is on Mac and Windows only

When to Choose Each

Choose Superwhisper if you:

  • •Need control over which speech and AI models run
  • •Need free, unlimited local dictation
  • •Need custom AI modes for different kinds of writing
  • •Need transcribing files and meetings next to dictation
  • •Need dictation on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android

Choose Wispr Flow if you:

  • •Need polished dictation across Mac, Windows and mobile
  • •Need a shared team dictionary and snippets
  • •Need AI formatting for long messages
  • •Need meeting notes alongside dictation

Consider Retext Instead

If neither Superwhisper nor Wispr Flow is quite right, Retext might be what you're looking for.

  • ✓Local by default - Apple's on-device speech engine on macOS 26
  • ✓Polish on your Mac (beta) - Verbatim, Clean, Email, Message or Notes
  • ✓Hands-free (beta) - Double-tap right Option (or right Shift, set in Settings); Esc stops
  • ✓Snippets included - A full text expander in the same app
Retext vs Superwhisper →Retext vs Wispr Flow →

How It Works in Retext

Voice Dictation →

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Superwhisper or Wispr Flow?

Superwhisper is the better pick for control over which speech and AI models run and free, unlimited local dictation. Wispr Flow is the better pick for polished dictation across Mac, Windows and mobile and a shared team dictionary and snippets.

How much do Superwhisper and Wispr Flow cost?

Superwhisper: Pro $8.49/month, $84.99/year, or $249.99 lifetime; one license covers all your devices. Wispr Flow: Pro $15/user/month, or $12/user/month billed annually; Growth and Enterprise plans for teams.

Is Superwhisper free?

Yes. Superwhisper's free option: unlimited dictation with local models, up to 2 modes without AI. Paid: Pro $8.49/month, $84.99/year, or $249.99 lifetime; one license covers all your devices.

Is Wispr Flow free?

Yes. Wispr Flow's free option: 2,000 words a week on desktop, limited weekly use on mobile. Paid: Pro $15/user/month, or $12/user/month billed annually; Growth and Enterprise plans for teams.

What do Superwhisper and Wispr Flow run on?

Superwhisper runs on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android. Wispr Flow runs on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android.

Is there an alternative to both Superwhisper and Wispr Flow?

Retext, if you want on-device dictation next to your snippets. Native Mac text expander with built-in voice dictation. Hold right Option, speak, and your words land at the cursor, polished on your Mac (beta) if you like.

Ready to try Retext?

Download Retext, turn on Voice Dictation in Settings, and hold right Option to talk.

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Sources

Superwhisper, checked October 28, 2026: Superwhisper · Superwhisper plans · Superwhisper text replacements

Wispr Flow, checked October 28, 2026: Wispr Flow pricing · Wispr Flow privacy · Wispr Flow Notetaker

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