Step 1
Download the Voicy Mac app here
Voicy adds speech to text to apps across your Mac, including Word, Outlook, Gmail, and Google Docs.
+10,000 happy users
The best Apple Mac Dictation Alternative
Voicy is 2x more accurate than Apple Dictation.
It works in over 50 languages, handles automatic punctuation, and works in every app on your Mac.
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Voicy vs Apple's speech recognition
| Feature | Voicy⭐ Recommended | Apple |
|---|---|---|
| Integration | Everywhere on your Mac | Everywhere on your Mac |
| Accuracy | +99% in 50 languages | ~90%, better in English |
| Speed | Fast, cloud-powered | Fast, built-in |
| Setup | Requires download | Built-in |
| Voice Commands | AI commands + editing | Basic editing commands |
| Privacy | Privacy by design | Local processing |
| Support | Phone + Email | Apple community support |
CL Cobb
★★★★★
I've tried other products like it, and, so far, Voicy is the most user-friendly, and it really improves my workflow.
Pam Lang
★★★★★
This is the tool that I was looking for. It is amazing. I've gotten so lazy about typing anywhere. Thank you, thank you, thank you for this product!
Steve Moore
★★★★★
Voicy is an absolute game-changer! This voice-to-text extension delivers exceptional accuracy, capturing my words perfectly every time. The speed is impressive.
Victor Rodriguez
★★★★★
Almost instant replies from the creator, great support great app!
Crystal Willis
★★★★★
I love Voicy!! The extension and the desktop app have saved me so much time. I have tried several different voice-to-text apps. None of them compares to Voicy!
How to use Voicy dictation on Mac
Step 2
Complete the setup (2-minutes) and select your keyboard shortcut.
During setup, choose a keyboard shortcut to start and stop your recordings.
It is the easiest way to use dictation on your computer.
Step 3
Start dictating to Voicy
Once Voicy is installed, you can dictate into text fields across your computer, including apps and websites.
Works everywhere
Voicy works on all the websites and apps you use daily. This means you can use voice typing to write emails, messages, documents, blog posts, etc.This means your voice can write emails, messages, documents, blog posts, etc.
Privacy First
Nobody sees your transcripts except yourself.
You can read more about our privacy policy here.
Automatic Punctuation
Voicy automatically adds perfect punctuation to your dictated text.
Zero typos, perfect grammar, perfect punctuation.
+50 languages
Voicy gives you over 99% accuracy in more than 50 languages, including speech-to-text in English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, etc.Over 99% accuracy in more than 50 languages, including speech to text in English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, etc.
Mac Speech Recognition… but better
Voicy adds speech to text to your Mac, allowing you to dictate in the apps you use, including Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Word, Google Docs, and browsers. Enjoy over 99% accuracy and fast transcriptions wherever you're working.
Simply start the Voicy speech-to-text mac app and click on the keyboard shortcut to record yourself. Once you're done, your dictated text will appear in any app that you're in. Voice dictation in your mac has never been easier! If you need more help, check out this guide on how to use speech-to-text on your Mac.
Why is Voicy better than Apple's native speech recognition feature?
Apple used to offer a state-of-the-art speech recognition service on its Mac devices, but times have changed. Thanks to developments in the AI space, we now have far more accurate and fast voice to text models.
Voicy focuses on making speech to text useful across the apps where you write every day, with automatic punctuation and a keyboard shortcut.
Dictation on Android & iPhone
Voicy on Mobile
Never use Apple's or Android's annoying dictation again. Perfect dictation, 4x faster than typing.
- 99% accuracy in 50 languages
- Works in every app on Android & iOS
- Automatic formatting and punctuation
Where people dictate with Voicy
Emails
Voice-typing Emails
& moreDictate emails in every email app with Voicy. Write emails up to 4x faster with your voice thanks to:
- 99% accuracy in 50 languages
- Automatic punctuation + formatting
- AI rewriting for professional emails
Writing & Documents
Dictating Documents
& moreSpeech-to-text for all your documents, notes, and writings. Get your thoughts on paper faster with:
- Near-perfect accuracy in 50 languages
- AI rewriting & editing
- Automatic cleanups and punctuation
Chats, team communication, AI prompts
Speech-to-text in all chats (Humans or AI)
& moreWhether you're chatting with friends on WhatsApp, your colleagues on Slack or Teams, or your favorite AI on ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, etc., dictate your messages with Voicy.
- 99% accurate in 50 languages
- Lightning-fast dictation
- AI rewriting & editing
Coding, terminals, vibe-coding
Talk to your terminal, or code in your IDE
& moreUse dictation in your TUI for commands, Claude Code, or Codex. Or voice-type in your favorite IDE for some fun coding (the vibe is optional)
- Works in all terminals and IDEs
- Write longer & better prompts in half the time
- Understands coding terminology
Pricing
Fair pricing policy
Our price will never be more than 20% above our total costs.
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- 30 minutes free recording time
- Full access to all features
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Pro
For the everyday user
$8.49/month
- Unlimited recording time
- Unlimited personal devices
- Desktop + Mobile
One-time payment
Lifetime
Pay once, use forever
$260
- Unlimited recording time
- Unlimited personal devices
- Desktop + Mobile
Voicy for Teams
Minimum of 3 users
Team plan
Speed up your entire org
$6.79/user/mo
- Unlimited recording time
- Desktop + Mobile
- Priority Support
FAQ
Is Voicy's speech-to-text accuracy better than Apple Dictation?
Yes. Apple Dictation is usable for short notes, but Voicy is built for people who need cleaner speech to text for real work on Mac. It is better at punctuation, longer dictation, accents, and everyday writing across apps, so you spend less time cleaning up the draft afterward.
Why is dictation not working on my Mac?
The most common causes are blocked microphone permissions, the wrong input device, low mic volume, or Apple Dictation not being enabled correctly in System Settings. If Mac dictation still feels unreliable after that, many users switch to Voicy because it gives them a more dependable speech to text workflow for longer writing sessions.
Do you see what I write with Voicy?
No. Voicy does not store your recordings or transcriptions. Speech is processed in the cloud and discarded after transcription.
How do you use dictation on Mac?
On Mac, you can turn on Apple's built-in dictation in System Settings and start it with the Fn key or your configured shortcut. With Voicy, you install the Mac app, choose a shortcut once, and then dictate directly into Word, Google Docs, Gmail, Slack, Notion, and other text fields with cleaner punctuation and better accuracy.
What is speech-to-text?
Speech to text, also called voice dictation or voice typing, converts your spoken words into written text.
Is Voicy compatible with Mac computers?
Yes. Voicy works on modern Macs running macOS 13 or later, including MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, and Mac mini. It is designed for people who want a better Apple Dictation alternative across both desktop apps and browser-based workflows.