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Model weights and inference code are open source on GitHub under the MIT license
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- Model weights and inference code are open source on GitHub under the MIT license
Whisper (OpenAI)
● Identity checkedVoice · Vendor site 2026-10-04
OpenAI Whisper is an open-source automatic speech recognition model trained on large-scale weak supervision. Developers can run Whisper locally from the GitHub repository or use OpenAI transcription APIs for hosted speech-to-text in production apps.
- Category
- Voice
- Free access
- Model weights and inference code are open source on GitHub under the MIT license
- API access
- OpenAI API pricing lists hosted Whisper transcription at $0.006 per minute
Is Whisper (OpenAI) right for you?
A good fit for
Developers and researchers who need robust multilingual transcription locally or via OpenAI’s hosted speech APIs.
Before you choose
Hosted Whisper usage is metered per audio minute rather than sold as a flat monthly app subscription.
Robust speech recognition
Whisper on GitHub targets developers who want reproducible open-source speech recognition, with optional hosted transcription through OpenAI’s API for production workloads.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
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| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open-source release | GitHub repository provides Whisper code and models for local speech recognition. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Multilingual ASR | Project README describes large-scale weakly supervised multilingual transcription. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Hosted pricing | OpenAI API pricing shows Whisper transcription billed at $0.006 per minute. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
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Whisper (OpenAI) pricing & plans
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What is Whisper (OpenAI) used for?
OpenAI Whisper is an open-source automatic speech recognition model trained on large-scale weak supervision. Developers can run Whisper locally from the GitHub repository or use OpenAI transcription APIs for hosted speech-to-text in production apps.
Does Whisper (OpenAI) have a free plan?
Model weights and inference code are open source on GitHub under the MIT license. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Whisper (OpenAI) 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 Whisper (OpenAI) through an API?
OpenAI API pricing lists hosted Whisper transcription at $0.006 per minute. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Hosted Whisper usage is metered per audio minute rather than sold as a flat monthly app subscription.
Price history
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