Fictate

Fictate

Dictation for fiction authors

6 ratings
8 reviews
Free
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Released
August 12, 2026
Updated
September 15, 2026

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This app offers specialized dictation for fiction writers, understanding unique character names and dialogue. It learns your words, cleans up transcripts, and integrates recording, transcription, and word count into one tool. Write offline and sync later, with your work remaining private.

✓Fiction-specific dictation
✓Customizable word learning
✓Automated cleanup and punctuation
✓Integrated recording and transcription
✓Offline recording capabilities
✓Daily word count tracking
✓Direct export to writing software
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What's New in Fictate

1.0.5

September 15, 2026

Rock-solid recording. This update hardens the recording engine so every take is captured and saved, whatever your phone throws at it. • Tapping Stop twice, locking your phone, or taking a call mid-recording never costs you a word. • If the microphone ever pauses, your phone buzzes and Fictate™ tells you, then tells you again the moment recording continues. • Recordings show a "Device only" chip until they are backed up to your account, so you always know where your words live. • Every recording carries a permanent ID, so it syncs once and only once across your devices. • Smoother stops and faster recovery after interruptions. Happy fictating!

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Storyteller

All features · 5 dictation hours a month

$5.991 Month
7 Days trial
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User reviews

Fantastic for Writing Productivity

I am brand new to using dictation, and right now it’s not my primary means of getting words on the page, but this app makes speaking the story into text seamless and accurate. Lots of helpful features and training. I would highly recommend it to authors interested in giving dictation a try.

The Best for Fiction by far

I’ve tried tons of different dictation apps over the years. This is app is a complete game-changer for novelists. This app can only make your speed and overall workflow more efficient.

Superb

Fictate is amazing. I’m newer at dictating and have tried a few other applications. Nothing compares to Fictate. Sarah did a wonderful job at creating this tool. I’ve been so that I just switched to the annual plan. I cannot recommend this enough.

Great for fiction writers

I’m a fiction writer and y his app is fantastic! I am able to upload the beats for the next chapter into the app and go for a walk while dictating. Then the app will transcribe and clean up the chapter so I can download into Scrivener. I’m very excited at how this is freeing up my writing. I can narrate 2000 words in around 30 minutes. Thanks, for designing an app aimed at fiction writers!
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A game changer

This app is a fiction writer’s dream. It has changed the way I write (for the better) and has greatly improved my productivity. I can’t recommend this enough.

FAQ

Does Fictate have ads?

No, Fictate does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use with optional subscription plans for extended features and usage.

How much does Fictate cost?

Fictate offers a free version with subscription plans starting at $5.99/month for 5 hours of dictation. Annual plans offer a discounted monthly rate. All plans include a 7-day free trial.

What subscription tiers does Fictate offer?

Fictate offers three tiers: Storyteller ($5.99/month or $59.99/year) for 5 hours of dictation, Author ($19.99/month or $179.99/year) for 20 hours, and Fictator ($44.99/month or $419.99/year) for unlimited dictation.

Can I use Fictate offline?

Yes, Fictate allows you to record with no signal, and everything syncs automatically when you are back online. This feature is available on all subscription plans.

How does Fictate learn my words?

You can teach Fictate your unique words by pasting in a chapter or your entire manuscript. New words added to your transcript are automatically populated in your dictionary and update existing transcripts.

What devices does Fictate support?

Fictate is available on iPhone and iPod. Your account syncs across phone, browser, and computer.

How often is Fictate updated?

The latest version of Fictate is 1.0.2, last updated on August 19, 2026. Updates are released regularly to improve functionality and add features.

Is my writing private with Fictate?

Yes, your writing stays yours. Your dictated work is never used to train AI models, and the developers do not read your work. You retain all rights to your content.