Mac app
Free
Free forever; local hardware required
- Included scope
- Local dictation and actions
Juno
● Identity checkedLocal AI dictation and voice actions for Mac · Official-source review 2026-10-09
Juno is an on-device Mac voice layer for cleaned dictation, text rewrites, snippets and native Notes/Reminders actions. It advertises shortcut-started sessions and offline everyday use after local model downloads.
- Category
- Local AI dictation and voice actions for Mac
- Free access
- Free forever with no account, card, paid tier or usage cap advertised. Local hardware and model-download requirements apply.
- API access
- Not confirmed: no public integration API established; operates through supported Mac text fields and native actions.
Is Juno right for you?
A good fit for
Relevant to Mac users with suitable memory who want active dictation and can review inserted text or generated actions.
Before you choose
Vendor recommends M2 or newer Apple Silicon, macOS 15+ and at least 24 GB RAM; support below those recommendations is unconfirmed. Network needed for models/updates. Secure fields disable capture/paste; blocked or remote fields may require copying. Not a meeting recorder or searchable call-memory product. Privacy, transcription and local-resource claims were not independently tested. No app installed, recording made or calendar/reminder action performed.
Workflow and handoff
Check hardware suitability, dictate a non-sensitive sample, inspect cleanup and confirm every native action before relying on it.
Pricing and practical limits
Vendor recommends M2 or newer Apple Silicon, macOS 15+ and at least 24 GB RAM; support below those recommendations is unconfirmed. Network needed for models/updates. Secure fields disable capture/paste; blocked or remote fields may require copying. Not a meeting recorder or searchable call-memory product. Privacy, transcription and local-resource claims were not independently tested. No app installed, recording made or calendar/reminder action performed.
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 | Juno is an on-device Mac voice layer for cleaned dictation, text rewrites, snippets and native Notes/Reminders actions. It advertises shortcut-started sessions and offline everyday use after local model downloads. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
| Pricing and restrictions | Vendor recommends M2 or newer Apple Silicon, macOS 15+ and at least 24 GB RAM; support below those recommendations is unconfirmed. Network needed for models/updates. Secure fields disable capture/paste; blocked or remote fields may require copying. Not a meeting recorder or searchable call-memory product. Privacy, transcription and local-resource claims were not independently tested. No app installed, recording made or calendar/reminder action performed. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
Understand the total cost
Juno pricing & plans
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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 Juno used for?
Juno is an on-device Mac voice layer for cleaned dictation, text rewrites, snippets and native Notes/Reminders actions. It advertises shortcut-started sessions and offline everyday use after local model downloads.
Does Juno have a free plan?
Free forever with no account, card, paid tier or usage cap advertised. Local hardware and model-download requirements apply.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Juno 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 Juno through an API?
Not confirmed: no public integration API established; operates through supported Mac text fields and native actions.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Vendor recommends M2 or newer Apple Silicon, macOS 15+ and at least 24 GB RAM; support below those recommendations is unconfirmed. Network needed for models/updates. Secure fields disable capture/paste; blocked or remote fields may require copying. Not a meeting recorder or searchable call-memory product. Privacy, transcription and local-resource claims were not independently tested. No app installed, recording made or calendar/reminder action performed.
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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