# Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT — Speech to Text & Translate

> Offline AI speech-to-text transcription and live translation with a floating subtitle window. (iPhone/iPad app by 小舟 苏.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captions-and-subtitles-livestt/id6760535583 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [小舟 苏](https://appshunter.io/developer/433653721)
- Category: Utilities, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: Korean, German (Germany), Russian, European Spanish, American English, Italian, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Turkish and 2 more
- Released: 2026-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captions-and-subtitles-livestt/id6760535583/reviews.md

## What is Captions & Subtitles?

Hear the world, see the words. 

LiveSTT is your ultimate real-time speech-to-text (STT) and live translation companion. Powered by advanced on-device AI, LiveSTT automatically transcribes audio and generates live captions for videos, podcasts, and meetings—100% offline, with no internet required and zero data leaving your device.

Whether you need an audio transcriber for foreign-language videos, a voice-to-text tool for international podcasts, or a real-time subtitle generator for multilingual meetings, LiveSTT delivers smooth, immersive captions exactly when you need them.


## Key Features

1. Floating Subtitle Window — Always on Top
Subtitles appear in a picture-in-picture (PiP) overlay that floats above all other apps. Scroll your social feed, listen to a podcast, or watch a video—LiveSTT quietly works in the background, streaming real-time transcriptions and translations without interrupting your flow.

2. Powerful Offline AI (No API Bills)
- Zero Token Fees: Speech recognition and voice translation run entirely on-device. No hidden subscriptions, no third-party AI service bills, and no per-token charges.
- Smart Sentence Segmentation: Dynamically breaks streaming speech into natural, readable sentences based on audio patterns.
- Local Translation Packs: Powered by Apple Translation language packs for instant, secure, and local results.

3. Dual Audio Sources: Internal & External
- Microphone Transcription: Captures live audio around you—perfect for in-person conversations, school lectures, and business meetings.
- Internal Audio Transcriber: Directly transcribes audio playing from your device (videos, podcasts, system audio) with no external microphone or audio leakage.

4. Offline-First. Privacy by Design
- 100% On-Device Processing: Your audio notes and recordings never leave your phone.
- Optional Cloud Translation: Switch to cloud models only when you choose to for higher-accuracy translation results.
- Secure & Reliable: No ongoing API costs. Just fast, private, and dependable voice-to-text transcription.

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## Perfect For

- Language Learning: Watch lecture videos or international creator content with real-time English/foreign subtitles.
- Podcasts & Audio: Turn foreign-language podcasts into readable text in real time.
- Classes & Lectures: Capture voice memos, speeches, and classroom audio via microphone dictation.
- Travel & Translation: Understand foreign announcements, audio guides, and conversations on the go.
- Business Meetings: Keep live meeting notes and bridge language gaps in cross-border communication.
- Accessibility (Deaf/Hard of Hearing): See streaming transcriptions in silence-required environments or as a reliable hearing aid alternative.

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## Flexible Pricing
- Free Plan: Get 20 minutes of daily audio transcription on us.
- Annual Subscription: Unlock unlimited transcription and premium AI features.
- One-Time Purchase: Lifetime access. Unlock unlimited transcription forever.


Terms & Privacy
- Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
- Privacy Policy: https://soulreload.com/app/livestt/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Real-time speech-to-text transcription
- Live translation
- 100% offline on-device AI
- Floating subtitle window (Picture-in-Picture)
- Internal and microphone audio sources
- Privacy-focused processing

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly | $3.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime | $6.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captions-and-subtitles-livestt/id6760535583/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Good App

*2026-05-11*

Hi, I purchased LiveSTT Lifetime and I like the floating subtitle feature.

However, the offline STT model accuracy is a bit limited. The downloaded model seems to be around 469 MB. Could you add an optional higher-accuracy offline model, such as a medium/large-turbo class model, even if it requires more storage and battery?

For my use case, I would prefer better transcription accuracy over lower latency.

## Frequently asked questions about Captions & Subtitles

### Does Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT have ads?

No, Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT is ad-free. The application does not contain advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

### What are the pricing options for Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT?

Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT offers a free plan with 20 minutes of daily transcription. For unlimited access, users can choose an annual subscription for $3.99 or a one-time purchase for lifetime access.

### How often is Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT updated?

The app was last updated on August 17, 2026, with version 2.1.0. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### What devices are compatible with Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT?

Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT is available for iPhone and iPad devices, indicated by its supported devices list.

### What is the age rating for Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children.

### Can Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT translate languages?

Yes, Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT offers live translation powered by local translation packs. Users can choose to switch to cloud models for potentially higher accuracy when needed.

### Is Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT truly offline?

Yes, the core speech recognition and voice translation features of Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT run entirely on-device, meaning no internet connection is required and zero data leaves your device for these functions.

### What makes Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT private?

Captions & Subtitles - LiveSTT prioritizes privacy with 100% on-device processing for its transcription and translation features. Your audio notes and recordings never leave your phone.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.1.0 — 2026-08-17

- Added NVIDIA's Parakeet-TDT-0.6B-v3 STT model with support for 25 European languages.

### 2.0.0 — 2026-05-21

New Feature: Integrated Apple SpeechAnalyzer support for faster, ultra-accurate real-time transcription and voice recognition.

### 1.0 — 2026-04-01

No release notes.

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