# MiniSpeech: Live Transcribe — Speech/Dictation To Text Deaf

> Live speech-to-text transcription and text-to-speech response tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Chang Shen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minispeech-live-transcribe/id1576069409 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chang Shen](https://appshunter.io/developer/884768683)
- Category: Medical, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 34 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.6 · 4 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese, Chinese
- Released: 2021-10-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minispeech-live-transcribe/id1576069409/reviews.md

## What is MiniSpeech?

MiniSpeech is live transcription app that turns your voice into text. The app is great for both hearing and deaf/hard-of-hearing people. Hearing people can use this app to transcribe meetings or notes. Deaf people can see live transcriptions/captions of what people are saying, and type words to respond.

Live Transcription
• Continuous transcription in 60+ languages.
• Offline support for some languages.
• Change the font size, including Extra Large.
• Flip the text.
• Choose among the three microphones on your device that is closest to the speaker. You can also use bluetooth headphones (e.g. AirPods) or wired headphones (e.g. EarPods) to get even closer to the speaker.
• Custom-designed algorithm that amplifies voices, making it possible to transcribe speech from farther away.
• [NEW] Picture-in-picture floating window support so that you can see the transcription even when you’re using another app. (iOS 15+ required)
• Transcribe audio played by other apps, including podcasts and videos. (Best with front/bottom microphones)
• Option to start the transcription on app launch, or continue the transcription on app close.
• Gentle haptics let you know when words are said even when you’re not looking at the screen.
• Share and copy the transcription.
• Option to filter profanity.

Respond With Typing
• Type your response and have your text shown full screen in large type (upside down if you like).
• Have the device say the words out loud for you as you type them.
• Customize the speed of the voices.
• Select the gender of the voices (available in some languages).

Common Phrases For Quick Access
• Add common phrases so that you can display it with a single tap, without the need for typing.
• Pre-configured with useful phrases that explains how to use the app to others.

Privacy
• Zero personal information is collected, unless if you send us an email (in which case we’ll get your email address and some other info, only for providing support). 
• We just don’t want to know or care about what you are transcribing.
• Recognition can happen entirely on-device if you like.
• No ads, or their creepy frameworks.
• No analytics, unless you choose to “Share With Developers” during your iOS set-up.
• A privacy policy that humans can actually understand.
• The competition does not even come close.

Made With Love
• We read every feedback email and App Store review carefully, and respond promptly.
• Tested and loved by many users in the deaf community.
• Super polished user experience designed for simplicity and efficiency.
• Support for Dynamic Type, which adapts the font size to the system setting.
• An honest business model. No “free trials” that automatically renew into expensive subscriptions.
• Includes an Easter egg (hint: reptile).

Privacy policy & terms of service: https://deepfriedpotato.github.io/minispeech/termsandprivacy

## Key features

- Live transcription in 60+ languages
- Offline transcription support
- Adjustable font size and text flipping
- Picture-in-picture floating window
- Type to respond with full-screen text
- Share and copy transcriptions
- Common phrases for quick access

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $4.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium One-time | $9.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minispeech-live-transcribe/id1576069409/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Offline feature extremely useful

*2023-07-18*

I love this app for its offline feature since I’m hyper sensitive to radiation. I’m severely hearing impaired and a speech to text app is indispensable. I am bilingual in English and Chinese, and these happened to be the two languages that are available for offline!
 
Unfortunately, after upgrading my iOS tonight offline seems no longer available for Chinese and the app behaved buggy and slow, even after I reinstalled. Hope this will get fixed. Thanks!

### 1/5 — Not useful

*2023-04-17*

Cannot hear the other people words on my Apple pro phone !

### 5/5 — I like it! ❤️

*2023-03-12*

❤️

### 5/5 — MiniSpeech

*2022-10-16, version 1.2.1*

Help me so much am deaf can not hear a sound nothing with this help me understand what others are say when they are around me. Don’t have to say what you say.. only sad part i have to pay to understand what they say..

### 2/5 — Not enough to sound

*2021-11-05, version 1.2*

I have been trying to test on tv if can get in live transcript. Not working. Do you have any idea? Please help me to understand and I am disappointed. Please help me.

**Developer response:** Hi, we would love to help you fix the issue! There could be many potential reasons. Did you choose the correct microphone? Does the TV audio contain music or noise? You can send a support email to minispeechfeedback@gmail.com (there’s a button in settings), mention this review, and we’ll respond ASAP.   — Steven

## Frequently asked questions about MiniSpeech

### What is MiniSpeech?

MiniSpeech is a live transcription app that converts spoken words into text in real-time. It also allows users to type responses that can be displayed in large text or spoken aloud.

### Does MiniSpeech have ads?

No, MiniSpeech is ad-free and does not contain advertisements or tracking frameworks. The developers emphasize a commitment to user privacy and a clean user experience.

### What languages does MiniSpeech support?

MiniSpeech offers continuous transcription in over 60 languages. Some languages also have offline support, allowing for transcription without an internet connection.

### Can I use MiniSpeech offline?

Yes, MiniSpeech provides offline support for transcription in some languages. This feature is beneficial for users who may not always have reliable internet access.

### How does MiniSpeech help deaf or hard-of-hearing users?

Deaf and hard-of-hearing users can utilize MiniSpeech to see live captions of conversations. They can also type messages to respond, which can be displayed in large font or spoken by the device.

### What are the subscription options for MiniSpeech?

MiniSpeech offers a Premium Monthly subscription for $0.99 and a Premium Yearly subscription for $4.99. The app avoids auto-renewing free trials into expensive subscriptions.

### Is MiniSpeech suitable for transcribing meetings?

Yes, hearing individuals can use MiniSpeech to transcribe meetings or take notes. The app's custom algorithm amplifies voices, enabling transcription from farther distances.

### What devices is MiniSpeech available on?

MiniSpeech is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It supports Dynamic Type, adapting font sizes to system settings for better readability.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.2.1 — 2021-11-11

Bug fixes and improvements. Don't forget to leave a rating or review if you like the app!

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## More apps by Chang Shen

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All apps by Chang Shen: https://appshunter.io/developer/884768683

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