Live Transcribe + vs SplitChatter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Real-time transcription
- Live captioning
- Offline transcription
- Speech to text dictation
- Exportable text
- Light and dark mode
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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
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.
- Real-time speech-to-text transcription
- Distraction-free typing space
- Optional AI-powered transcription
- Enhanced accuracy in noisy environments
- Reduces communication barriers
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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.
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
Live Transcribe + ships an update every 6 weeks, SplitChatter every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.
| Parameter | Live Transcribe + | SplitChatter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (774 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 35.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 774 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zerovik | Signal Anvil LLC |
Customer experience
Live Transcribe +
SplitChatter
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
Live Transcribe +
- 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
SplitChatter
- 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
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