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- API
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Lugs
● Identity checkedMeetings · Vendor site 2026-10-04
Lugs.ai captions and transcribes microphone and system audio locally on macOS without cloud streaming. It targets people who are hard of hearing and promises best-in-class live captions with lifetime updates on a one-time license.
- Category
- Meetings
- Free access
- Homepage CTA says try now for free before purchasing, but checkout is a one-time $15 license.
- API access
- Not confirmed
Is Lugs right for you?
A good fit for
Hard-of-hearing Mac users who need offline, private live captions during conversations and calls.
Before you choose
Purchase page sells a one-time license rather than monthly plans; business licenses require a separate flow.
Offline live captions
Lugs.ai provides private macOS captioning with a one-time purchase license on lugs.ai.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
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| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offline processing | Marketing states Lugs runs on-device with no internet required. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Microphone captions | Homepage highlights live subtitles for conversations via microphone input. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Pricing model | Purchase page lists a $15 one-time purchase for personal licenses. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
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What is Lugs used for?
Lugs.ai captions and transcribes microphone and system audio locally on macOS without cloud streaming. It targets people who are hard of hearing and promises best-in-class live captions with lifetime updates on a one-time license.
Does Lugs have a free plan?
Homepage CTA says try now for free before purchasing, but checkout is a one-time $15 license.. This record does not confirm an ongoing free plan.
How much does Lugs cost?
A listed monthly price has not been confirmed. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Lugs 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?
Purchase page sells a one-time license rather than monthly plans; business licenses require a separate flow.
Price history
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