Comparison

Dictation Speech to Text vs Authenticator App

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

Head to head
About

Dictation Speech to Text

This app converts spoken words into written text in real-time, ensuring accurate capture of conversations in any environment. It's designed to aid individuals with hearing impairments, promote inclusive communication, and boost productivity by providing instant captions.

Highlights
  • Real-time audio transcription
  • High accuracy
  • Intuitive interface
  • Captioning for deaf/hard of hearing
  • Productivity enhancement
  • Inclusive communication
Features
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Live Transcribe revolutionizes communication by transforming spoken words into written text in real-time. Whether you're in a bustling meeting, a noisy café, or a quiet lecture hall, this app ensures that every word is captured accurately and instantly. With its intuitive interface and high accuracy, Live Transcribe empowers individuals with hearing impairments, facilitates inclusive communication, and enhances productivity in various settings. Live Transcribe provides captioning in real-time to those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Say goodbye to missed conversations and hello to effortless communication with Live Transcribe. You can subscribe to Live Transcribe Pro for Deaf unlimited subscription by selecting one of the following options: - 3 days free and then annual subscription at $19.00 a year, - Each subscription is automatically renewed on iTunes each month unless explicitly canceled using iTunes before the start of the next billing cycle.

During the period of your subscription, you will be provided with unlimited access to all premium features.

 - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
 - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
 – Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
 – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
  – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription, where applicable

 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://pragmapp.top/privacy/livetranscribe_privacy.html

About

Authenticator App

Secure your online accounts with this 2FA OTP manager. It offers easy account setup via QR code scanning or manual entry, and enhances security with biometric authentication. All one-time passwords are stored locally on your device for increased protection.

Highlights
  • 2FA OTP management
  • QR code scanning for account setup
  • Manual code entry
  • Biometric unlock (fingerprint/face recognition)
  • Local storage of OTPs
  • Supports numerous platforms
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Introducing Authenticator - The Ultimate 2FA OTP Manager. Unmatched protection in just a tap! Authenticator - 2FA App is a highly recommended free 2FA app used for securing your accounts on different platforms such as Instagram, Google, Facebook, Github, Twitter, X, Binance, Salceforce, and many more. Scan QR Code: Effortlessly add your accounts by scanning QR codes. No more manual entry or hassle. Manual Code Entry: Easily enter authentication codes manually for added flexibility. Biometrics Integration: Unlock the app effortlessly with your fingerprint or face recognition for enhanced security. No Password Stored: The Authenticator application generates Time-based One-time Passwords (TOTP), stored on the user's phone without internet access. This solution dramatically increases login security. For a safe and secure experience try the application NOW! Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/authenticator-policy/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/authenticator-policy/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Dictation Speech to Text4 screens
Authenticator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Authenticator App at free with in-app purchases against Dictation Speech to Text's subscription. Authenticator App also leads on device support (4 vs 2). Dictation Speech to Text's advantage is review sentiment (39% vs 29%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Dictation Speech to Text sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.19 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Dictation Speech to Text against 4.4 for Authenticator App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 183 and 89 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 39% of Dictation Speech to Text's written reviews are positive against 29% of Authenticator App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dictation Speech to Text ships an update every 3 weeks, Authenticator App every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Dictation Speech to Text versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDictation Speech to TextAuthenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (183 ratings)4.4 (89 ratings) — better
Positive reviews39.4% of reviews — better28.6% of reviews
Number of ratings183 — better89
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB106 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKostiantyn LiubevychTatsat Brahmbhatt

Customer experience

Dictation Speech to Text

All ratings183 ratings
Positive81.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative16.4%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive39.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.6%

Authenticator App

All ratings86 ratings
Positive83.7%
Neutral2.3%
Negative14.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%

Bugs and requests

Dictation Speech to Text

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App crashes during recordings
  • Recordings are not saved when app crashes
  • Transcription errors occur
  • Live transcription provides only a few words
  • Keyboard does not allow for line changes
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  • App does not function at all for some users
  • Audio file import causes app to spin endlessly
  • Recording button is unresponsive
  • Cannot restore lifetime purchase after reinstallation
  • Audio conversion feature fails

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improve live transcription accuracy
  • Fix keyboard line change functionality
  • Ensure recordings are saved
  • Make free lifetime access functional

Authenticator App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Dictation Speech to Text

Subscriptions4
  • Unlimited usage$7.997 Days
  • Unlimited access3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited usage$19.991 Month
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  • Unlimited usage3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time2
  • Discounted lifetime usage$39.99
  • Lifetime usage$79.99
6 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly$4.197 Days
  • Weekly$9.997 Days
  • Yearly$29.491 Year
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  • Yearly$53.901 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$59.99
  • Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is Dictation Speech to Text free?
Dictation Speech to Text is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dictation Speech to Text or Authenticator App?
Authenticator App is rated higher. Dictation Speech to Text averages 4.3 out of 5 from 183 ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.4 from 89 ratings.
Do Dictation Speech to Text or Authenticator App have ads?
Neither Dictation Speech to Text nor Authenticator App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dictation Speech to Text or Authenticator App?
Dictation Speech to Text ships an update every 3 weeks, and Authenticator App every 2 weeks. Most recently, Dictation Speech to Text was updated on October 30, 2026 and Authenticator App on October 24, 2026.

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