Quick Keypoints
- Performs dictation locally on-device without sending any audio files to the cloud.
- Optional local AI layer fixes grammar, formatting, and structures voice thoughts.
- Integrates system-wide across macOS to write in any active application.
- Optimized for Apple Silicon hardware to minimize latency and battery draw.
What is FluidVoice?
Open-source, local-first voice-to-text dictation for macOS.
FluidVoice is a privacy-first, local voice-to-text dictation application that runs offline speech models on macOS.
Who Needs FluidVoice?
Mac users, developers, writer teams, and anyone seeking private voice typing.
Primary Use Cases
- Converting written content into natural-sounding voiceovers and audiobooks.
- Creating localized audio content in multiple languages and accents.
- Enhancing audio recordings by removing background noise and voice matching.
Important Features
- Local Transcription: Run Whisper or Apple Speech models completely offline.
- AI Fluid Polish: Automatically punctuates, clean ups, and structures voice drafts.
- Global Hotkey: Start voice dictation in any textbox with a simple key press.
Current Updates About FluidVoice
- FluidVoice Added support for local Nemotron models to improve formatting and structure
- Current Version: FluidVoice v3.0
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Editorial Rating
4.8 / 5.0
Pricing Plans
| Plan | Price |
|---|---|
| Open SourceCompletely free, offline processing, custom models, system-wide hotkeys | $0 |