# Live Transcribe + — Dictation & Speech to Text

> Real-time speech-to-text transcription and live captioning app. (iPhone/iPad app by Zerovik.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-transcribe-plus/id1618181875 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Zerovik](https://appshunter.io/developer/1819093753)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 756 App Store ratings · 39 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 47 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2022-04-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-transcribe-plus/id1618181875/reviews.md

## What is Live Transcribe +?

Live Transcribe + is an App to make it Possible to do Live Transcription and Captioning for Deaf and hard of hearing. 

Live Transcribe + is your own Personal Assistant for transcribing live speech and voice to text. Leveraging almost-instant Artificial Intelligence technologies, Live Transcribe + provides quality, instant speech to text and dictation, readable transcriptions with just a tap of a button.

Use Live Transcribe + to transcribe or live caption voice to text for classrooms, business meetings, doctor’s appointments, shopping, events, and more. Live Transcribe + speech-to-text app makes transcribing any live communication easy for friends, family, and organizations to be inclusive, accessible and ADA compliant! 


Built for simplicity and ease of use. (Not associated with Google.)

All The Features are Available Freely on the Live Transcribe + until transcription is done for 5 times, then the features will require a paid subscription. 

Simple to Use 
• Transcribe in real time (even when offline) with high accuracy 
• Scroll back to grab a quote or revisit a point
• Input audio via built-in mic or Bluetooth device
• Tap once and continuously transcribe from speech to text for as long as you’d like without limits (requires subscription after 5 times)
• Voice typing made easy


Capture Every Word
• Easily dictate on the mic and convert the voice to text using dictation
• The speaker can use bluetooth headphones for increased accuracy even in noisy environments

Easy to Read
• Focus on what’s being said
• Add new lines automatically or manually to break up the text
• Easily Read Text in Both Light and Dark Mode
• Export Text after dictation

Many Uses of Live Transcribe +
• Take meeting notes automatically
• Share meeting minutes and summary with teammates 
• Record and transcribe interviews, lectures, podcasts, videos, webinars, keynotes 
• Provide live captioning to deaf, hard-of-hearing, ESL people, and anyone with accessibility needs

To have access to the "Live Transcribe + Full Access" functionality, you can choose between a monthly and yearly auto-renewable subscription. This is a recurring transaction that will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of your subscription. Renewals will be charged the same cost within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase.


Terms of Service (EULA) : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://zerovik.com/privacy-policy-for-live-transcribe

## Key features

- Real-time transcription
- Live captioning
- Offline transcription
- Speech to text dictation
- Exportable text
- Light and dark mode

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $3.99 | per month |
| Full Access | $49.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $9.99 | per month |
| Full Access | $29.99 | per year |


## What do users think of Live Transcribe +?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- ✅ Helpful for hard of hearing individuals
- 👨‍⚕️ Praised by medical professionals
- 🎯 Accurate transcription in quiet environments
- 📱 Works well on multiple devices for some users
- 💬 Useful for conversations with unclear speakers

**Cons**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model ($29-40/year)
- 🐛 Frequent lag and transcription errors
- 📱 Inconsistent performance across devices (iPad issues)
- ⚠️ Unreliable in noisy environments
- 🚫 Not free on iOS (free on Android)
- ❌ Poor customer support/no response to requests
- 🔤 Censors words with double letters (e.g., 'assisted' becomes 'a**isted')
- ⏸️ Randomly stops listening mid-conversation
- 🔧 Unfixed bugs despite user complaints
- 📝 Cannot edit saved transcripts or paste text
- 🎯 Inaccurate word recognition with no correction ability

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Transcription gaps and missing words
- App stops working after trial period without clear subscription info
- Text corrections get erased when keyboard is dismissed
- Words with double letters display as censored
- Skips back and forth in transcription
- Inconsistent performance between iPhone and iPad
- Pause button causes text duplication
- Random disconnections requiring app restart
- Poor performance with accented or soft-spoken speakers

**Most requested features**

- Custom dictionary for frequently used words
- Screen auto-rotation capability
- Free tier or free option for disabled users
- Additional language support (Malayalam, etc.)
- Ability to edit and correct transcripts
- Copy and paste text display functionality
- Reduce language options for streamlined experience
- Faster transcription speed

## Recent user reviews (10 of 39)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-transcribe-plus/id1618181875/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Good job

*2026-08-07, version 1.6.5*

Thanks

### 1/5 — Платно

*2026-07-14, version 1.6.5*

Вы в курсе что я могу диктовать в любое другое приложение бесплатно

### 1/5 — I hate that force deaf people to pay for that

*2026-07-03, version 1.6.5*

I looked for free live translation and transcribes after Microsoft Translation is free no more! But I still look to pick the right ones that is suitable for deaf people!

### 5/5 — Nurse here

*2026-06-17, version 1.6.5*

My mum is deaf and this has thankfully given us back our life line. Between this app, teams and the new FaceTime update, we can now communicate clearly and I don’t get a sore throat trying to over explain something. 
I show this app to my patients and highly recommend. 5 Starts 💖

### 1/5 — Miss types a lot of words

*2026-04-26, version 1.6.5*

Should allow users to create a dictionary of words spoken a lot like Google live transcribe. Google live transcribe is the BEST because of the dictionary. I have made this request numerous times and never get a response. Unfortunately, Google live transcribe does not work on IOS.

Also, wrote a review in February and never heard from anyone on a dictionary recommendation.
They really don’t care.

### 5/5 — Mr Gordon

*2026-04-12, version 1.6.5*

Today

### 5/5 — Hard of Hearing

*2026-03-25, version 1.6.5*

This app helps me so much since I’m very hard of hearing..all my Doctors are just amazed by this and some have even downloaded the apps themselves..I have this app on my phone and here on my iPad..works perfectly on my phone, but my iPad sometimes don’t hear what others are saying even though they are near..either way, I’ll forever use and love this app..

### 1/5 — Free on Android; Paid on IPhone!

*2026-03-13, version 1.6.5*

This is supposedly for the hard of hearing.

### 1/5 — Horrible!!

*2026-02-23, version 1.6.5*

I am hard of hearing and tried to use this app for a job interview. The app is fair but it lagged several times and did not accurately transcribe my interviewer. There were even gaps in the transcription and I had to rely on lip reading for the duration of the interview. Please rectify this.

### 2/5 — Miss types a lot of words

*2026-02-12*

Should allow users to create a dictionary of words spoken a lot like Google live transcribe. Google live transcribe is the BEST because of the dictionary. I have made this request numerous times and never get a response. Unfortunately, Google live transcribe does not work on IOS.

## Frequently asked questions about Live Transcribe +

### What does Live Transcribe + do?

Live Transcribe + is an application designed for live transcription and captioning. It utilizes artificial intelligence to convert spoken words into readable text in real-time, making conversations and presentations more accessible.

### What are the key features of Live Transcribe +?

Key features include real-time transcription even when offline, the ability to scroll back through transcriptions, inputting audio via built-in mic or Bluetooth devices, voice typing, and easy-to-read text with light and dark modes. Transcriptions can also be exported.

### How much does Live Transcribe + cost?

The app offers a freemium model. All features are available freely for the first five transcriptions. After that, a paid subscription is required for continued access to full functionality, with monthly and yearly options available.

### What devices is Live Transcribe + compatible with?

The provided description indicates that the app is available on Apple devices and mentions iTunes Account Settings, suggesting compatibility with iOS and potentially iPadOS. It also mentions Bluetooth device input.

### What are some common uses for Live Transcribe +?

Common uses include taking automatic meeting notes, sharing meeting minutes, recording and transcribing interviews, lectures, podcasts, and videos. It is also valuable for providing live captioning for individuals with hearing impairments or those learning a new language.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.5 — 2025-09-19

Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.6.4 — 2025-08-11

Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.6.3 — 2025-07-18

Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.6.2 — 2025-07-11

Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.6.1 — 2025-05-15

Bug fixes and stability improvements

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