Mac dictation
Free
Ongoing; account required
- Included scope
- Raw/formatted on-device dictation
Attyn
● Identity checkedCursor AI assistance and local dictation · Official-source review 2026-10-09
Attyn brings dictation, inline rewriting, screen assistance and a learning board to the cursor. Users select profile context and permissions and choose supported local models, provider keys or credits for cloud intelligence.
- Category
- Cursor AI assistance and local dictation
- Free access
- Raw and formatted dictation on a local Mac model is free forever with a signed-in account; the rest of the platform is paid.
- API access
- BYOK supported providers are offered; cursor access to apps is not a native integration. A public developer API was not verified.
Is Attyn right for you?
A good fit for
Relevant to Mac users reviewing dictated text and selected-context assistance inside existing apps.
Before you choose
Launch rental is $10/month, compared with a crossed-out $20, with all four features and 4,000 monthly credits that reset. Launch ownership is $100 once, compared with $199, for the purchased software tier; cloud usage is separate. Top-ups are $5/5,000 and $10/10,500 credits and do not reset monthly. Supported local work can stay on device, but cloud requests send relevant context under provider policy. Apple Silicon, iOS and Android downloads are listed; Windows is coming soon. Free dictation is explicitly described for Mac, not all devices. Exact model rates, OS floors and action permissions need confirmation. No app assistance was tested.
Workflow and handoff
Dictate a public sample, review inserted text and context permissions and compare local and cloud processing before enabling screen access.
Pricing and practical limits
Launch rental is $10/month, compared with a crossed-out $20, with all four features and 4,000 monthly credits that reset. Launch ownership is $100 once, compared with $199, for the purchased software tier; cloud usage is separate. Top-ups are $5/5,000 and $10/10,500 credits and do not reset monthly. Supported local work can stay on device, but cloud requests send relevant context under provider policy. Apple Silicon, iOS and Android downloads are listed; Windows is coming soon. Free dictation is explicitly described for Mac, not all devices. Exact model rates, OS floors and action permissions need confirmation. No app assistance was tested.
Review method
Official product evidence reviewed on 2026-10-09; product artwork inspected visually. No hands-on vendor application test was performed. Application performance, security claims and plan enforcement were not independently tested.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product workflow | Attyn brings dictation, inline rewriting, screen assistance and a learning board to the cursor. Users select profile context and permissions and choose supported local models, provider keys or credits for cloud intelligence. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
| Pricing and restrictions | Launch rental is $10/month, compared with a crossed-out $20, with all four features and 4,000 monthly credits that reset. Launch ownership is $100 once, compared with $199, for the purchased software tier; cloud usage is separate. Top-ups are $5/5,000 and $10/10,500 credits and do not reset monthly. Supported local work can stay on device, but cloud requests send relevant context under provider policy. Apple Silicon, iOS and Android downloads are listed; Windows is coming soon. Free dictation is explicitly described for Mac, not all devices. Exact model rates, OS floors and action permissions need confirmation. No app assistance was tested. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
Understand the total cost
Attyn pricing & plans
Rent Attyn
$10.00 /mo
Limited-time monthly launch price
- Included scope
- All four features; 4,000 monthly reset credits
Own Attyn
Not listed
Limited-time $100 one-time software license
- Included scope
- All four features; BYOK/local models; cloud credits separate
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Frequently asked questions
Was the application hands-on tested?
No. This listing is based on dated official-source evidence and a visual artwork check. Unconfirmed costs and restrictions are identified explicitly.
What is Attyn used for?
Attyn brings dictation, inline rewriting, screen assistance and a learning board to the cursor. Users select profile context and permissions and choose supported local models, provider keys or credits for cloud intelligence.
Does Attyn have a free plan?
Raw and formatted dictation on a local Mac model is free forever with a signed-in account; the rest of the platform is paid.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Attyn cost?
The listed monthly price is $10.00 USD at monthly billing. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Attyn through an API?
BYOK supported providers are offered; cursor access to apps is not a native integration. A public developer API was not verified.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Launch rental is $10/month, compared with a crossed-out $20, with all four features and 4,000 monthly credits that reset. Launch ownership is $100 once, compared with $199, for the purchased software tier; cloud usage is separate. Top-ups are $5/5,000 and $10/10,500 credits and do not reset monthly. Supported local work can stay on device, but cloud requests send relevant context under provider policy. Apple Silicon, iOS and Android downloads are listed; Windows is coming soon. Free dictation is explicitly described for Mac, not all devices. Exact model rates, OS floors and action permissions need confirmation. No app assistance was tested.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
How this profile is supported
Official product information
Current official product source read individually; product artwork inspected visually.
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