Free
Free
$0 forever for transcription features
- Transcription
- Free unlimited transcription on Mac
Harker
● Identity checkedMeetings · Vendor site 2026-10-04
Harker is a free Mac voice-to-text app that dictation anywhere you type via a global shortcut, with offline transcription and optional Premium AI writing, formatting, and translation features.
- Category
- Meetings
- Free access
- Core transcription is free forever at $0 with no account required on macOS.
- API access
- Not confirmed
Is Harker right for you?
A good fit for
Mac users who want private voice typing in any app and optional Premium AI text cleanup.
Before you choose
Premium adds AI post-processing and starts at $5.75 per month with a 7-day trial; Windows is listed as coming soon.
Private Mac dictation with optional AI polish
Harker keeps local voice-to-text free while Premium layers AI rewriting and formatting for faster outbound writing.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global shortcut dictation | Homepage markets dictating anywhere on Mac with a keyboard shortcut and offline processing. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Premium AI pass | Premium page explains an extra AI pass after transcription for polished, formatted, translated text. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
Understand the total cost
Harker pricing & plans
Premium
$5.75 /mo
From $5.75 per month with 7-day free trial
- AI writing
- Premium AI writing styles, formatting, and translation after transcription
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Frequently asked questions
Is Harker really free?
FAQ states all transcription features are free forever, while Premium adds AI-powered text transformation.
What does Premium add?
Premium includes AI writing styles, formatting, grammar fixes, translation, and custom instructions after voice capture.
What is Harker used for?
Harker is a free Mac voice-to-text app that dictation anywhere you type via a global shortcut, with offline transcription and optional Premium AI writing, formatting, and translation features.
Does Harker have a free plan?
Core transcription is free forever at $0 with no account required on macOS.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Harker cost?
The listed monthly price is $5.75 USD at monthly billing. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Harker through an API?
Not confirmed. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Premium adds AI post-processing and starts at $5.75 per month with a 7-day trial; Windows is listed as coming soon.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
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