Comparison

Captionify vs DialectiX

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

Head to head
About

Captionify

This app converts speech to text in real-time using on-device AI, offering live translation and AI-powered summaries. It prioritizes privacy by keeping all processing and data local, with no cloud reliance or account needed.

Highlights
  • Real-time transcription
  • Live translation
  • Face-to-face conversation mode
  • AI summaries
  • Apple Watch support
  • Save and search transcripts
  • On-device processing
Features
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Captionify turns speech into text in real time, entirely on your device. Transcribe meetings, lectures, and conversations. Translate across languages instantly. No subscription. No account. Nothing sent to the cloud. REAL-TIME TRANSCRIPTION Using on-device AI, Captionify converts spoken words to text the moment they're said — no internet connection required. Ideal for lectures, meetings, interviews, and noisy environments where you can't afford to miss a word. LIVE TRANSLATION Understand any language as it's spoken. Captionify translates speech in real time so you can follow along in any conversation, anywhere in the world. FACE-TO-FACE CONVERSATION MODE Talking with someone who speaks a different language? Face-to-Face mode lets two people hold a natural bilingual conversation on a single device — one speaks, the other reads, then you swap. No interpreter. No awkward pauses. AGENT MODE Talk to an on-device AI assistant that can use tools, connect to your own MCP servers, and remember saved chats — all without sending anything to the cloud. CUSTOM PIPELINE (BETA) Mix and match independent transcription, translation, and voice engines — on-device or your own custom endpoint — to build a live pipeline that's entirely your own. AI SUMMARIES Powered by Apple Intelligence, Captionify distills long transcripts into the key points that matter. Everything runs on-device — your words never leave your phone. APPLE WATCH SUPPORT See live captions on your wrist and control recording remotely. Keep your phone in your pocket while staying connected to every word. SAVE & SEARCH YOUR TRANSCRIPTS Every session can be saved and searched later. Build a personal library of transcripts — no cloud storage, no account, no limits. PRIVACY BY DESIGN Captionify uses Apple's on-device AI for all processing. Your voice and your transcripts stay on your device always. 100% FREE No subscription. No paywall. No account required. Every feature, available from the moment you open the app.

About

DialectiX

Features
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[Headline] Transform Global Voices into Actionable Knowledge. [Introduction] DialectiX - Aivo is a next-generation voice translation and transcription app that integrates the cutting-edge power of Apple Intelligence and Google Gemini. From drafting minutes for cross-border meetings to navigating language barriers on business trips or mastering a new language, Aivo streamlines your workflow with a single tap. Stop taking notes and start focusing on the conversation. ◆ Key Features • Unlimited Real-Time Translation & Transcription Speak naturally. Aivo instantly transcribes and translates your voice into multiple languages in real-time with pinpoint accuracy. Communicate without limits or time constraints. • Smart Meeting Minutes & Obsidian Integration Let Aivo handle the heavy lifting. Apple Intelligence and Gemini analyze context, proofread, translate, and automatically extract key takeaways and action items. Your structured minutes are then seamlessly piped into Obsidian—your "Second Brain"—automating your personal knowledge management. • Personal Voice (Powered by Apple Technology) By learning your unique vocal profile, Aivo can read translations aloud in English, Chinese, and Spanish using a synthesized version of your own voice. Maintain your identity across every language. • Advanced Security & Privacy Protection We prioritize both powerful performance and your right to privacy. While basic tasks are handled via on-device processing, complex analysis leverages Google Gemini’s secure infrastructure. All data is processed under strict encryption and is never used for any purpose other than your specific transcription and translation needs. ◆ Ideal Use Cases • Business: Record lectures, summarize global team syncs, and facilitate smooth communication during international negotiations. • Travel: Break down language barriers at airports, hotels, and restaurants for a seamless, stress-free journey. • Learning: Supercharge your language acquisition with active listening practice or instant transcription of academic content. ◆ Our Commitment to Privacy Your voice data belongs to you. Aivo utilizes state-of-the-art security to ensure all data is processed and managed safely. We do not collect or repurpose your data without your explicit permission. Download Aivo today and experience the next evolution of global communication.

Screenshots

Captionify4 screens
DialectiX1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Captionify at none against DialectiX's 7. Captionify also leads on device support (4 vs 1). DialectiX's advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence and ads 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. DialectiX sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.00 per month. Captionify asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Captionify ships an update every 10 days, DialectiX every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on August 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Captionify versus DialectiX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCaptionifyDialectiX
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.018.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size133 MB8 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperJonathan GregorioShingo Kakimoto

In-app purchases

None

Captionify

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

DialectiX

Subscriptions5
  • Aivo 月額プラン$1.001 Month
  • Basic Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
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  • Basic Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • Aivo 買い切りプラン$9.99
  • BASIC Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Captionify free?
Captionify is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DialectiX free?
DialectiX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Captionify or DialectiX have ads?
Neither Captionify nor DialectiX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Captionify or DialectiX?
Captionify ships an update every 10 days, and DialectiX every 5 days. Most recently, Captionify was updated on August 23, 2026 and DialectiX on September 21, 2026.

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