Voice to Text vs TalkType
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Voice to Text
Convert spoken words into text, transcribe audio and video, and translate speech in real time. Save time by dictating notes, messages, and more across all your Apple devices. Offers support for over 40 dictation and 100 transcription languages.
- Real-time voice dictation
- AI-powered audio transcription
- Instant speech translation
- Multilingual support
- iCloud sync across Apple devices
- Export as text or PDF
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Turn speech into text, transcribe recordings, and translate conversations with Voice to Text - Dictate Speech. Voice to Text - Dictate Speech helps you capture spoken ideas wherever they happen. Dictate notes, record meetings, transcribe lectures, convert audio or video into text, and translate speech or written text in one focused app. Whether you are writing hands-free, reviewing an interview, preparing meeting minutes, or saving class notes, it keeps your voice, recordings, and transcripts easy to work with. Voice Dictation • Dictate text in real time instead of typing • Create notes, messages, journal entries, drafts, and longer documents • Configure three independent language zones for multilingual work • Supports more than 40 dictation languages AI Transcription • Transcribe voice memos, audio files, recordings, videos, and YouTube links • Convert meetings, interviews, lectures, classes, podcasts, and conversations into editable text • Use AI speech recognition for fast, high-quality transcripts • Supports over 100 transcription languages Translation • Translate spoken or written text into more than 40 languages • Dictate in one language and work with the result in another • Share translated text with other apps in just a few taps Files, Export, and Sync • Save audio and text files with the Apple Files app • Export dictations and transcripts as text files or PDFs • Organize recordings, notes, and transcripts for later use • Sync across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch with iCloud Designed for Everyday Productivity • Record and replay dictations • Share text through Mail, Messages, WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and more • Use Apple Shortcuts to speed up repeated workflows • Improve recognition with a custom user dictionary • Undo text edits when you need to revise quickly • Back up your data with built-in backup tools Accessibility and Comfort • Compatible with VoiceOver • Adjustable text sizes for better readability • Customizable button layout for easier use • Optional dictation privacy mode, depending on device capabilities Voice to Text - Dictate Speech is built for students, writers, journalists, professionals, travelers, and anyone who wants to capture speech, audio, meetings, notes, and ideas without typing everything by hand. Important Notes Concerning Subscriptions of Dictation - Voice to Text All above Dictation - Voice to Text subscriptions renew within 24 hours before the current period ends, and you will be charged through your iTunes account. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Manage or cancel your subscription from iTunes Account settings. See our Terms & Conditions (https://ibn-software.com/app-terms-conditions) and Privacy Policy (https://ibn-software.com/app-privacy-policy).
TalkType
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TalkType: Lightning-Fast, Ultra-Accurate Voice Dictation Transform your voice into text effortlessly with TalkType, the AI-powered dictation app designed for speed, precision, and simplicity. Whether you're writing emails, taking notes, or completing assignments, TalkType ensures your words are captured accurately and instantly. Key Features: - Exceptional Accuracy: Experience dictation that outperforms major providers, ensuring your speech is transcribed with remarkable precision. - Instant Setup: No voice training required. Start dictating within seconds of installation. - Custom Vocabulary: Add unique words, phrases, or acronyms to tailor TalkType to your specific needs. - User-Friendly Design: Navigate with ease using our clutter-free interface, complete with an in-built command center and search functionality. - Personalized Appearance: Switch between light and dark modes, adjust font sizes, or opt for the OpenDyslexic font to enhance readability. - Cross-Platform Compatibility: Use TalkType across iOS, macOS, Windows, and Chromebooks for a consistent dictation experience. Ideal for students, professionals, and anyone seeking a reliable voice-to-text solution, TalkType streamlines your workflow and boosts productivity. Download TalkType today and experience the future of dictation.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TalkType at none against Voice to Text's 6. TalkType also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Voice to Text's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 35 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Voice to Text sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. TalkType asks for nothing beyond the download.
Voice to Text ships an update every 6 days, TalkType every 35 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Voice to Text | TalkType |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (11K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 64.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days — better | Every 35 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | IBN Software GmbH | Care Scribe |
Bugs and requests
Voice to Text
Reported bugs
3 issues- Microphone issues or loss of connection
- Text disappearing or not saving properly
- Compatibility problems with certain devices or OS versions
Requested features
6 requests- Ability to edit/delete text during dictation
- Improved punctuation and formatting options
- Integration with other apps/software
- Customizable dictionary for specialized terms
- Offline mode or reduced data usage
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- More language support
TalkType
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Voice to Text
- Dictate Pro (1 week iOS/macOS)$4.997 Days
- Dictate Pro (1 month, iOS)$8.991 Month
- Dictate Pro (1 month, iOS/Mac)3 Days trial$11.991 Month
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- Dictate Pro (1 year, iOS)$17.991 Year
- Dictate Pro (1 year iOS/macOS)7 Days trial$22.991 Year
- Dictate (not available)$69.99
TalkType
No in-app purchases








