Best Dictation Apps

223+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5★, the dictation category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 223+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Dictation

Otter Transcribe Voice Notes#1

Otter Transcribe Voice Notes by Otter.ai, Inc.

AI Note Taking, Memo Recorder
Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
4.7😊(5.2K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#17in Productivity
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"Effortlessly transcribe voice notes for efficient team collaboration. Streamline communication and enhance productivity with accurate transcriptions."

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent transcription accuracy
  • 👍 Convenient features like speaker identification and timestamps
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient transcription process
  • 👍 Versatile for various use cases (meetings, interviews, lectures)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional transcription errors, especially with technical terms
  • 💰 Concerns about increasing subscription costs and reduced free minutes
  • 🐛 Buggy behavior and crashes reported by some users
Voice Memos#3

Voice Memos by Apple Inc.

Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.8😐(926K ratings)
Free
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Capture and share audio notes effortlessly with a versatile recording app for iOS devices. Easily record and edit using various tools, organize recordings, adjust playback, and seamlessly sync across all your devices for convenient access.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Seamless recording
  • 🎨 Attractive and minimalistic design
  • 🔍 Useful for capturing ideas and thoughts
  • 🎶 Great for musicians and singers

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable recording (stops unexpectedly)
  • 🔇 Audio quality issues
  • 🔄 Inability to edit/resume recordings

More Dictation apps to explore

4
Wispr Flow: AI Voice Keyboard
Wispr Flow: AI Voice Keyboard
Wispr Flow: AI Voice Keyboard
Voice dictation & quick notes
Free

Use this app to convert your natural speech into polished, formatted writing in any app, with features like AI-polished output, customizable vocabulary, and whisper mode for discreet dictation. Try it today to boost your productivity and write with ease!

📊 Productivity
(9.7K)
5
Voice Memo Dictation to Text
Voice Memo Dictation to Text
Voice Memo Dictation to Text
Speech Recorder - Audio Note
Free

An innovative speech-to-text application that allows users to dictate, record, translate, and transcribe text easily without typing. Features include support for over 40 languages, audio recording, transcription of audio files, iCloud synchronization, and accessibility options for visually impaired users. Try a 7-day free trial and streamline your text messaging experience today!

📊 Productivity
(11K)
6
文字起こし・音声入力 - Speechy
文字起こし・音声入力 - Speechy
文字起こし・音声入力 - Speechy
Dictation - Voice to Text
Free

"Enhance productivity with Speechy Lite - a cutting-edge voice dictation app powered by AI for effortless transcribing. Revolutionize your workflow by converting spoken words into text, recording audio, and sharing files seamlessly. Join today for a smoother writing experience!"

📊 Productivity
(5.4K)
7
Transcribe - Speech to Text
Transcribe - Speech to Text
Transcribe - Speech to Text
Voice Memos & Audio Recorder
Free

Transcribe any voice memos or recordings into text quickly and accurately with this application. Increase your productivity by converting spoken words into written text easily. Try it now to simplify your note-taking process!

🔧 Utilities
(11K)
8
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF
Speechify – Text to Speech PDF
Voice AI Assistant, Read Aloud
Free

This application is a text-to-speech tool that converts written text from the web or documents into spoken audio, making it easier for users to listen to content instead of reading. Experience hands-free reading and productivity with this voice-enabled app!

📊 Productivity
(476K)
9
Blue Smart Dictation Keyboard
Blue Smart Dictation Keyboard
Blue Smart Dictation Keyboard
Control any app. Hands-free.
Free
🔧 Utilities
(27)
10
Willow Dictation & AI Keyboard
Willow Dictation & AI Keyboard
Willow Dictation & AI Keyboard
Voice typing for work & chat
Free

This application allows users to write up to 5 times faster using voice dictation, turning speech into text anywhere on their phone, with advanced features such as smart punctuation, auto-formatting, and AI-powered rewriting. With a free version and optional upgrade to a Pro plan, users can dictate texts, emails, and notes in over 100 languages, with enterprise-grade security and privacy safeguards.

📊 Productivity
(5)
11
Daily Dictation English
Daily Dictation English
Daily Dictation English
English Listening Practice
Free

Sharpen your English listening skills with this app through dictation exercises where you type what you hear. Enhance your language proficiency with daily practice. Start improving now!

📚 Education
(1.2K)
12
Onit Dictate - Private & Local
Onit Dictate - Private & Local
Onit Dictate - Private & Local
Local dictation alternative
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
13
Dictate⁺
Dictate⁺
Dictate⁺
Professional Dictation
Free

Dictate⁺ transforms your iOS device into a cutting-edge dictation tool, offering precise voice activation, top-notch security, and versatile sharing options. With features like speech recognition, document scanning, and encrypted transfers, it is essential for professionals in various fields. Unlock premium functionality with a subscription for extended recording times and enhanced quality. Visit https://www.dictate-plus.com/ for more information.

💼 Business
(627)
14
Dictly — On‑device dictation
Dictly — On‑device dictation
Dictly — On‑device dictation
Private. Instant. Offline.
Free

This application turns your speech into flawless text instantly, using advanced on-device AI to provide fast, private, and offline dictation capabilities. With features like instant dictation, AI-powered correction, and 100% local processing, it allows you to write at the speed of voice, making typing optional.

📊 Productivity
(2)
15
AI Note Taker - Audio to Text
AI Note Taker - Audio to Text
AI Note Taker - Audio to Text
Transcribe Voice, Notes Taking
Free

Speak naturally into your device, and this app instantly converts your voice into organized, searchable text. Edit, summarize, and share your notes with ease, making it a productivity assistant for executives, researchers, academics, healthcare professionals, and content creators.

📊 Productivity
(58)
16
Voice Recorder & Audio Editor
Voice Recorder & Audio Editor
Voice Recorder & Audio Editor
Record, Dictate & Transcribe
Free

Capture important audio moments easily with this app. Record, save, and share voice notes with just a tap. Download now to store your thoughts on the go.

🔧 Utilities
(435K)
17
AI Note Taker: Lisnr
AI Note Taker: Lisnr
AI Note Taker: Lisnr
Transcribe Voice Notes to Text
Free
📚 Education
(113)
18
Noted: Record & AI Transcribe
Noted: Record & AI Transcribe
Noted: Record & AI Transcribe
Take meeting notes and audio
Free

Experience the ultimate audio note-taking companion that syncs your notes with recordings, effortlessly capturing every moment of importance in lectures, meetings, or interviews. Enhance your productivity and stay focused with this innovative tool that streamlines your note-taking process.

📊 Productivity
(3.5K)
19
AI Note Taker: Talk Transcribe
AI Note Taker: Talk Transcribe
AI Note Taker: Talk Transcribe
Speech to Text: Voice Notes
Free
💼 Business
(20)
20
Go Dictation - Listen & Write
Go Dictation - Listen & Write
Go Dictation - Listen & Write
Listen to English dictation
Free
📚 Education
(1)

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