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Free
Buzz Classic and Buzz on macOS are described as free and open-source on GitHub
- Access
- Buzz Classic and Buzz on macOS are described as free and open-source on GitHub
Finding the possibilities
Buzz Captions
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Buzz Captions provides offline audio transcription and translation on your computer using OpenAI Whisper and related engines. Import media, export SRT/VTT/CSV/TXT, or transcribe live from microphones in dozens of languages.
- Category
- Meetings
- Free access
- Buzz Classic and Buzz on macOS are described as free and open-source on GitHub
- API access
- Supports OpenAI Whisper API in Buzz on macOS alongside local Whisper.cpp models
Is Buzz Captions right for you?
A good fit for
Podcasters, journalists, and meeting note-takers who want private, offline transcription on Windows, Linux, or macOS.
Before you choose
Site notes Whisper transcription is resource-intensive and may not be real-time depending on hardware and model size.
Whisper-powered captions offline
Buzz Captions bundles import/export workflows, live microphone capture, and multi-language transcription so you can produce subtitles and transcripts without sending audio to a cloud service by default.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
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| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offline transcription | Homepage headline states Buzz transcribes and translates audio offline on your personal computer. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Export formats | Feature list includes exporting transcripts to CSV, SRT, TXT, and VTT. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Open source | Buzz Classic is labeled free and open-source with downloads for Windows, Linux, and macOS (Intel). | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
Understand the total cost
Buzz Captions pricing & plans
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Frequently asked questions
What is Buzz Captions used for?
Buzz Captions provides offline audio transcription and translation on your computer using OpenAI Whisper and related engines. Import media, export SRT/VTT/CSV/TXT, or transcribe live from microphones in dozens of languages.
Does Buzz Captions have a free plan?
Buzz Classic and Buzz on macOS are described as free and open-source on GitHub. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Buzz Captions cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Buzz Captions through an API?
Supports OpenAI Whisper API in Buzz on macOS alongside local Whisper.cpp models. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Site notes Whisper transcription is resource-intensive and may not be real-time depending on hardware and model size.
Price history
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