Free
Free
Ongoing monthly word allowance
- Included scope
- 2,000 words, dictionary/snippets
Dictately
● Identity checkedmacOS dictation and text cleanup · Official-source review 2026-10-09
Dictately transcribes speech into the active macOS app and advertises grammar cleanup, context-sensitive tone, personal dictionary and snippets. Paid plans add command-based text transformation and style controls.
- Category
- macOS dictation and text cleanup
- Free access
- Free forever with 2,000 words/month; pauses at limit until monthly reset or upgrade. Paid trial not established.
- API access
- Not confirmed: public API or native app connectors. Text injection into compatible apps is distinct from integration with their data/services.
Is Dictately right for you?
A good fit for
Relevant to Mac users dictating drafts who can check wording before sending or executing text.
Before you choose
Pro GBP6.99/month; annual option advertises 20% saving with total unconfirmed. Limited first-500 Lifetime GBP199 once includes unlimited on-device English and fair-use cloud features; fair-use quantity unconfirmed. macOS 13+, Intel/Apple Silicon. Windows in development; Linux/iOS/Android roadmap. Default cloud processing is distinct from local English transcription; fully offline cleanup is roadmap. 99+ language support does not establish equal accuracy. Privacy and 3x/4x speed claims were not tested. No app installed, audio recorded, permissions granted or transcription compared.
Workflow and handoff
Dictate a non-sensitive paragraph, check names and punctuation, and verify cloud/local mode before inserting text into messages or terminals.
Pricing and practical limits
Pro GBP6.99/month; annual option advertises 20% saving with total unconfirmed. Limited first-500 Lifetime GBP199 once includes unlimited on-device English and fair-use cloud features; fair-use quantity unconfirmed. macOS 13+, Intel/Apple Silicon. Windows in development; Linux/iOS/Android roadmap. Default cloud processing is distinct from local English transcription; fully offline cleanup is roadmap. 99+ language support does not establish equal accuracy. Privacy and 3x/4x speed claims were not tested. No app installed, audio recorded, permissions granted or transcription compared.
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 | Dictately transcribes speech into the active macOS app and advertises grammar cleanup, context-sensitive tone, personal dictionary and snippets. Paid plans add command-based text transformation and style controls. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
| Pricing and restrictions | Pro GBP6.99/month; annual option advertises 20% saving with total unconfirmed. Limited first-500 Lifetime GBP199 once includes unlimited on-device English and fair-use cloud features; fair-use quantity unconfirmed. macOS 13+, Intel/Apple Silicon. Windows in development; Linux/iOS/Android roadmap. Default cloud processing is distinct from local English transcription; fully offline cleanup is roadmap. 99+ language support does not establish equal accuracy. Privacy and 3x/4x speed claims were not tested. No app installed, audio recorded, permissions granted or transcription compared. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
Understand the total cost
Dictately pricing & plans
Pro
Not listed
GBP6.99/month; annual option
- Included scope
- Unlimited advertised words, command/style modes
Lifetime
Not listed
GBP199 once; limited offer
- Included scope
- Local English and fair-use cloud features
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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 Dictately used for?
Dictately transcribes speech into the active macOS app and advertises grammar cleanup, context-sensitive tone, personal dictionary and snippets. Paid plans add command-based text transformation and style controls.
Does Dictately have a free plan?
Free forever with 2,000 words/month; pauses at limit until monthly reset or upgrade. Paid trial not established.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Dictately 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 Dictately through an API?
Not confirmed: public API or native app connectors. Text injection into compatible apps is distinct from integration with their data/services.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Pro GBP6.99/month; annual option advertises 20% saving with total unconfirmed. Limited first-500 Lifetime GBP199 once includes unlimited on-device English and fair-use cloud features; fair-use quantity unconfirmed. macOS 13+, Intel/Apple Silicon. Windows in development; Linux/iOS/Android roadmap. Default cloud processing is distinct from local English transcription; fully offline cleanup is roadmap. 99+ language support does not establish equal accuracy. Privacy and 3x/4x speed claims were not tested. No app installed, audio recorded, permissions granted or transcription compared.
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
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