Comparison

Media Transcript vs Lumo transcriptions

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

Head to head
About

Media Transcript

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Media Transcript turns your audio and video into clear, accurate text, privately, directly on your device. No uploads, no accounts, no subscriptions. Just import a file and get your transcription. Whether you work with podcasts, interviews, voice memos, meetings, lectures, YouTube videos, or personal recordings, Media Transcript helps you capture every word effortlessly. The AI model runs fully offline. Your data never leaves your device. The first model load takes about a minute, then transcription usually finishes in a bit less than half the duration of the imported media. What you can do with Media Transcript • Create subtitles and captions • Transcribe podcasts, meetings, and interviews • Turn lectures into notes • Prepare articles • Keep written records Bonus: foreign languages and translation Transcribe audio in a foreign language (English, Spanish, Italian, etc.), then copy and paste the transcript into an LLM like ChatGPT to instantly translate what is being said. Bonus: YouTube metadata From your transcript, ask ChatGPT (or any LLM) to generate: • YouTube title ideas • tags and keywords • hashtags • a complete YouTube description • chapters with timestamps Why users choose Media Transcript • Works with audio and video • High-quality AI transcription • 100% offline, nothing is uploaded • Simple and easy to use • Your data stays private on your device Privacy Policy: https://removesilencevideo.com/media-transcript/privacy.php Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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Lumo transcriptions

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Lumo is the audio transcription app that puts your privacy first: 100% on-device processing, no account, no cloud, no data ever sent to external servers. Transcribe meetings, lectures, interviews, voice notes, and ideas anywhere, even offline. WHY LUMO STANDS OUT Unlike cloud-based apps, Lumo keeps everything on your iPhone. Perfect for sensitive work in professional, medical, legal, or academic settings. No logins, no uploads, full control over your content. Protect your conversations like never before. 3 POWERFUL AI ENGINES Pick the right engine for every task: • Apple Speech: lightning-fast for quick dictations and notes. • Neural Express: ultra-speedy for long meetings and daily recordings. • Neural Pro: highest accuracy for interviews and critical content. Switch engines in one tap to balance speed, precision, and battery life. CORE FEATURES • 99+ languages and dialects supported for global workflows. • Import MP3, M4A, WAV files or record directly inside the app. • Background transcription: keeps working even with the screen locked. • Export to TXT for documents and notes, or SRT for video subtitles. Turn hours of audio into clean, accurate, ready-to-use text in seconds. SMART MANAGEMENT Full history of all your transcriptions, with fast search, easy editing, and one-tap sharing. Archive meetings, minutes, class notes, and interviews without losing a single word. Interface available in 9 languages with dark mode for all-day comfort. HONEST FREEMIUM MODEL • Free plan: 15 transcriptions per month, maximum 30 minutes each. • Lumo Pro: unlimited transcriptions via subscription. Start free in seconds. Upgrade to Pro only when Lumo becomes your essential daily tool. Download Lumo today. Your voice, your control, ultimate privacy. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Media Transcript1 screens
Lumo transcriptions3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Media Transcript at 4 against Lumo transcriptions's 2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Media Transcript sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month and Lumo transcriptions sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Media Transcript versus Lumo transcriptions: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMedia TranscriptLumo transcriptions
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid PaillotGiovanni De Florio

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Media Transcript

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
2 purchases

Lumo transcriptions

Subscriptions2
  • Lumo Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Lumo Pro Annual$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Media Transcript free?
Media Transcript is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lumo transcriptions free?
Lumo transcriptions is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Media Transcript or Lumo transcriptions have ads?
Neither Media Transcript nor Lumo transcriptions shows ads.

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