# Saying Speech — Speech-to-text: Say Write-down

> Speech-to-text transcription, editing, and export app with audio/video import. (iPhone/iPad app by Huaping Ye.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/saying-speech/id1393790186 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Huaping Ye](https://appshunter.io/developer/1639123510)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 55 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 56 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-07-09
- Data updated: 2026-11-02
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/saying-speech/id1393790186/reviews.md

## What is Saying Speech?

Saying — Speak it, record it.

From spontaneous ideas to the content of meetings, lectures, and interviews, Saying helps you transform your voice into text that you can edit, store, and share.

Speech-to-Text
Instantly transcribe spoken words. With support for various languages—including Cantonese, Mandarin, and English—Saying lets you focus on expressing your thoughts while capturing key points with ease.

Import Audio and Video
Import audio files (such as M4A, MP3, and WAV) or video files (MP4). For videos, the app extracts the audio track for transcription, leaving your original file untouched.

Edit Text and Subtitles
Organize your transcriptions, refine the text, and adjust subtitle timestamps to tailor your notes and captions exactly to your needs.

Export and Share
Export your content as editable Word documents, PDF reports, or subtitle files (SRT/VTT). You can also generate a shareable card that includes a QR code for others to download the Saying app.

Turn Text into Speech
Listen to your notes by choosing your preferred language and playback speed. You can also create M4A audio files from your text to save to your device’s "Files" app or share with others.

Customize Your Note-Taking Space
Organize your notes using search and favorites. Switch between Chinese and English interfaces, and adjust font sizes and background color schemes to create a comfortable reading experience.

Notes are stored locally on your device. The availability and accuracy of speech recognition may vary based on language, device, network conditions, and audio quality; some recognition features require an internet connection.

## Key features

- Speech-to-text transcription
- Import audio and video files
- Edit text and subtitle timestamps
- Export as Word, PDF, SRT/VTT
- Convert text to speech
- Organize notes with search and favorites

## Is Saying Speech safe?

Saying Speech appears mostly safe based on user ratings. The AppsHunter Safety Score for Saying Speech is 74 out of 100. This assessment is based on 55 user ratings, with an App Store average of 3.8 out of 5. Of 55 App Store ratings, 69.1% point to a safe experience, 5.5% suggest some concerns, and 25.5% point to a risky experience.

## Is Saying Speech legit?

Saying Speech appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Saying Speech is 90 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/saying-speech/id1393790186/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Not there yet

*2019-11-08*

App seems to be buggy. Upon testing, continued to multiply errors I would erase and re-record. Eg. I would say, “Testing, one two three.” The app would recognize this as “Testing, one two Siri...” Then when I would erase the error and repeat “three”, it would either retype “Siri” or it would triple the word “Siri” or the whole statement. 

I’m in a completely quiet area, so it is definitely not my surroundings. I look forward to seeing the bugs worked out, as the app is definitely somewhat on its way to being successful.

### 1/5 — Terrible Doesn’t Work

*2019-08-29*

Not good Doesn’t work Doesn’t record No design Not user friendly Don’t bother waste of time

## Frequently asked questions about Saying Speech

### Does Saying have ads?

Yes, Saying contains advertisements. As a free application, it is supported by ads to provide its services to users.

### What languages does Saying support for transcription?

Saying supports various languages for speech-to-text transcription, including Cantonese, Mandarin, and English. This allows users to capture key points in their preferred language.

### Can I import audio and video files into Saying?

Yes, you can import audio files (M4A, MP3, WAV) and video files (MP4). For video files, the app extracts the audio track for transcription without altering the original file.

### What export formats are available for transcriptions in Saying?

Saying allows you to export your content as editable Word documents, PDF reports, or subtitle files in SRT/VTT formats. You can also generate a shareable card with a QR code.

### How can I listen to my notes using Saying?

You can listen to your notes by choosing your preferred language and playback speed. Saying also enables you to create M4A audio files from your text for saving or sharing.

### Is Saying available on all devices?

Saying is currently available for iPhone and iPad. The app is designed to run on Apple's mobile operating systems.

### How often is Saying updated?

The latest version of Saying is 2.5, which was last updated on November 2, 2026. This indicates a history of updates, though the exact frequency is not specified.

### What is the user rating for Saying?

Saying has an average rating of 3.8 stars based on 55 ratings. This suggests a generally positive but mixed user reception.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5 — 2026-11-02

Optimizations:
1. Real-time speech-to-text functionality;
2. Conversion of audio files into text/subtitles;
3. A cleaner, more intuitive interface and feature set.

### 2.4 — 2026-10-23

function and layout improvements

### 2.2 — 2026-10-21

Function improvements

### 2.1 — 2026-10-20

Layout and function improvements

### 1.0.1 — 2018-07-09

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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