Dictanote
8.4#3 in dictation softwareFrom $5 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
VisitDictanote vs TalkType
What both publish
| Fact | Dictanote | TalkType |
|---|---|---|
| Custom vocabulary | Yes | Users can add specialist terms, acronyms, and phrases to a custom vocabulary for recognition in future sessions. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Headquarters | Bangalore, India | Bristol, UK |
| Integrations | AudioScribe supports integration with other apps through Zapier or a webhook. | TalkType says it integrates with screen readers, note-takers, and other assistive tools users already rely on. |
| Offline dictation | No | No |
| Security | The privacy policy says synced content is replicated on servers in the United States and describes commercially reasonable security safeguards. | TalkType states it is ISO 27001:2022 certified and GDPR and UK GDPR compliant, and that customer data is never used to train AI models. |
| Support | Support is available through the help center, user forum and email, with replies usually within a few hours and within a day. | Paid plans include UK-based support by web chat and email; the security contact page says it aims to respond within one working day. |
| Supported platforms | Windows,Linux,macOS,Android,iPhone,Chrome,Edge,Safari | web,Windows,macOS,iOS,Android |
| Voice commands | Voice commands can insert punctuation, technical terms and corrections. | Yes |
Dictanote plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$8 a month
- Pro monthly$8 a month
- Pro yearly$60 a year
TalkType plans
- Individual$50 a month
- Teams$50 a month
- Enterprise—
- Annual license$249 a year
- 2 years$448, paid once
- Teams£600 a year
Pick Dictanote if…
Dictanote suits people who want to dictate notes in multiple languages and organize them into notebooks. It may also fit users who need offline note editing, provided they can connect to the internet to dictate.
Pick TalkType if…
TalkType may suit people who prefer speaking to typing, including neurodivergent thinkers, and users who need dictation across desktop, mobile or browser environments. Its accessibility settings and custom vocabulary may also be useful for people relying on assistive tools.