A Superwhisper alternative for Mac

If you're shopping around from Superwhisper, THOHT is the closest like-for-like: on-device, Apple-Silicon-native dictation — usually for less money.

By the THOHT team · Updated June 2026

The short answer

THOHT is a good Superwhisper alternative when you want the lowest Pro price and a no-caps free local tier with a single tuned model. Stay on Superwhisper if you need an iOS app, deep custom modes, BYOK, or a lifetime licence.

Disclosure: we make THOHT, so this is our pitch — but an honest one, including where Superwhisper is the better choice (below). Superwhisper figures reflect publicly reported pricing and features as of June 2026 and may change; check Superwhisper's site for the latest.

Why THOHT is a strong Superwhisper alternative

On-device transcription on the Apple Neural Engine — private and offline by default.
Forever-free local tier with no time or usage limits.
Pro is $4.99/mo (US), cheaper than Superwhisper's ~$8.49/mo.
One native model tuned for Apple Silicon — no model picking or downloads.
Works on iPhone too — one Universal Purchase covers both Mac and iPhone.
80+ languages with automatic detection; Pro adds polishing, translation and custom prompts.

Side by side

	THOHT	Superwhisper
Price (personal)	Free + $4.99/mo Pro	Free + Pro ~$8.49/mo
Processing	On-device	Hybrid
Free tier	Unlimited, local	Yes (small local models)
Platforms	macOS (Apple Silicon) + iOS	macOS, iOS, Windows
iOS app	Yes (Universal Purchase)	Yes
Licence	Free + subscription	Free + subscription (lifetime option)
Open source	No	No
Apple Silicon	Native	Yes

Stick with Superwhisper if…

You want a Windows client too — Superwhisper has one; THOHT covers Mac and iPhone.
You want highly configurable per-context modes, BYOK, or a one-time lifetime licence.

Our verdict

Not sure? The free local tier means you can try THOHT on your own Mac at no cost before deciding — your dictation stays on-device while you test it.

About Superwhisper

Superwhisper is the offline-first "standard" for many Mac and iPhone users: system-wide push-to-talk dictation with modes for email, chat and code. It runs local models for privacy and offline use, with optional cloud models and BYOK for heavier work.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best Superwhisper alternative for Mac?+

THOHT is the closest like-for-like: on-device, Apple-Silicon-native dictation with a forever-free local tier and a cheaper Pro plan ($4.99/month vs ~$8.49/month). VoiceInk (open source) and Spokenly are good alternatives too.

Is THOHT cheaper than Superwhisper?+

Yes. THOHT Pro is $4.99/month (US); Superwhisper Pro is reported around $8.49/month. Both have free tiers, but THOHT's local tier has no usage cap.

Does the Superwhisper alternative also run offline?+

Yes. THOHT runs core transcription on-device on the Neural Engine and works offline, just like Superwhisper's local models.

Try THOHT free on Mac and iPhone

Local dictation is free forever, with no usage caps. Pro is $4.99/month (US) after a 7-day free trial — one Universal Purchase covers both Mac and iPhone.

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