Comparison

Live Transcribe + vs SplitChatter

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Live Transcribe +

This app provides real-time speech-to-text transcription and live captioning. It uses AI to convert spoken words into readable text, making communication accessible for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, students, and professionals. Features include offline transcription, dictation, and exportable text.

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

About

SplitChatter

This app offers real-time speech-to-text transcription for clearer communication, especially for those who are deaf or hard of hearing. It features a distraction-free typing space for replies and optional AI-powered transcription for enhanced accuracy in noisy environments.

Highlights
  • Real-time speech-to-text transcription
  • Distraction-free typing space
  • Optional AI-powered transcription
  • Enhanced accuracy in noisy environments
  • Reduces communication barriers
Features
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SplitChatter makes communication clearer, faster, and more accessible, especially for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. It provides real-time speech-to-text transcription using Apple’s built-in transcription technology, so you can follow conversations instantly. A clean, distraction-free typing space lets you reply at your own pace, helping conversations stay natural and comfortable. For users who want higher accuracy and better performance in challenging environments, SplitChatter also offers optional AI-powered transcription with enhanced reliability, especially in noisy spaces or longer conversations. Whether you are in a quiet room, a crowded setting, or simply prefer written communication, SplitChatter helps reduce communication barriers and keeps conversations easy to follow. Designed with accessibility, clarity, and speed in mind, SplitChatter is ideal for anyone who values real-time communication and wants to stay fully included without missing a word.

Screenshots

Live Transcribe +4 screens
SplitChatter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SplitChatter at 100% against Live Transcribe +'s 35%. SplitChatter also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 weeks). Live Transcribe +'s advantage is ratings volume (774 vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Live Transcribe + sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and SplitChatter sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SplitChatter holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Live Transcribe + has 774 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Live Transcribe +'s written reviews are positive against 100% of SplitChatter's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Live Transcribe + ships an update every 6 weeks, SplitChatter every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Live Transcribe + versus SplitChatter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLive Transcribe +SplitChatter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (774 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews35.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings774 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZerovikSignal Anvil LLC

Customer experience

Live Transcribe +

All ratings774 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral5.7%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive35.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative65.0%

SplitChatter

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Live Transcribe +

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • 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
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  • Inconsistent performance between iPhone and iPad
  • Pause button causes text duplication
  • Random disconnections requiring app restart
  • Poor performance with accented or soft-spoken speakers

Requested features

8 requests
  • 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
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  • Copy and paste text display functionality
  • Reduce language options for streamlined experience
  • Faster transcription speed

SplitChatter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Live Transcribe +

Subscriptions5
  • Full Access3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Full Access3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Full Access7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Full Access7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Full Access7 Days trial$49.991 Year
5 purchases

SplitChatter

One-time5
  • 30 AI Minutes$0.99
  • 300 Minutes$4.99
  • 700 Minutes$9.99
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  • 1600 Minutes$19.99
  • 4500 Minutes$49.99

Questions

Is Live Transcribe + free?
Live Transcribe + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SplitChatter free?
SplitChatter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Live Transcribe + or SplitChatter?
SplitChatter is rated higher. Live Transcribe + averages 4.6 out of 5 from 774 ratings, while SplitChatter averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Live Transcribe + or SplitChatter have ads?
Neither Live Transcribe + nor SplitChatter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Live Transcribe + or SplitChatter?
Live Transcribe + ships an update every 6 weeks, and SplitChatter every 9 days. Most recently, Live Transcribe + was updated on October 17, 2026 and SplitChatter on October 17, 2026.

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