Best Dictation Text Apps

236+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated September 2026

The best dictation text apps on iPhone average 4.2★ across 236+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.

Compare top Dictation Text Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Voice to Text - Dictate SpeechVoice to Text - Dictate SpeechFree4.5★ (11K)NoYesSep 2026
2Dictator Speech to TextDictator Speech to TextFree3.4★ (27)NoNoSep 2026
3Dictation Speech to TextDictation Speech to TextFree4.3★ (183)NoYesSep 2026
4Dictation Pro - Voice to TextDictation Pro - Voice to Text$44.99 was $99.994.5★ (514)NoNoSep 2026
5Dictation to TextDictation to Text$0.59 was $2.99NoNoSep 2026
6Voice Dictation to textVoice Dictation to textFree2.0★ (4)YesNoSep 2026
7Monologue: Smart DictationMonologue: Smart DictationFree4.8★ (287)NoYesSep 2026
8Transcriby - Dictation to textTranscriby - Dictation to textFree4.2★ (22)YesNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Dictation Text

Voice to Text - Dictate Speech#1

Voice to Text - Dictate Speech by IBN Software GmbH

Transcribe, Record & Summarize
Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
4.5😊(11K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Convert spoken words into text, transcribe audio and video, and translate speech in real time. Save time by dictating notes, messages, and more across all your Apple devices. Offers support for over 40 dictation and 100 transcription languages.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate dictation
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Time-saving
  • 👍 Helpful for disabled/hearing impaired users
  • 👍 Useful for writing tasks
  • 👍 Reliable and consistent

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🐛 Inaccurate transcription of some words
  • 💡 Limited editing capabilities
  • 💡 Lack of punctuation/formatting options
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 💰 Subscription-based model
Dictation Speech to Text#3

Dictation Speech to Text by Kostiantyn Liubevych

Live Transcribe Audio Notes
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.3😞(183 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 helpful for hard of hearing
  • 💰 reasonable pricing
  • 👍 simple and convenient interface
  • 👍 lifetime subscription option
  • 👍 makes life easier
  • 👍 works perfect for lists
  • 👍 useful for daily life
  • 👍 excellent app
  • 👍 brilliant app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 app crashes
  • 🐛 recording not saved
  • 🐛 transcription errors
  • 🐛 live transcription issues
  • 🐛 keyboard issues (no line change)
  • 🐛 doesn't work at all
  • 🐛 audio import issues (spins nonstop)
  • 🐛 no free trial
  • 🐛 deceptive charges
  • 🐛 can't restore purchase
  • 🐛 audio conversion doesn't work
  • 🐛 recording button does nothing
  • 🐛 free lifetime doesn't work
  • 🐛 spotty performance

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FAQ about Dictation Text

What are the best dictation text apps for iPhone?
Voice to Text - Dictate Speech tops our dictation text apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 11K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top dictation text apps we rank are free to download, including Voice to Text - Dictate Speech and Dictator Speech to Text.
Voice to Text - Dictate Speech has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 236+ dictation text apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app allows you to convert your spoken words into text in real time, transcribe audio and video files (including YouTube links), and translate speech instantly. It aims to help users save time and increase productivity by reducing the need for typing.
Key features include smart voice dictation in over 40 languages, AI-powered transcription for audio and video in over 100 languages, built-in translation to over 40 languages, seamless iCloud syncing across Apple devices, and quick export options for transcripts and translations.