Best Dictation Text Apps

236+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated October 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 October 2026.

Compare top Dictation Text Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Dictator Speech to TextDictator Speech to TextFree3.4★ (27)NoNoSep 2026
2iSpeech - Dictation to TextiSpeech - Dictation to TextFree4.5★ (8)NoYesSep 2026
3Dictation Pro - Voice to TextDictation Pro - Voice to Text$44.994.5★ (512)NoNoOct 2026
4Dictation Speech to TextDictation Speech to TextFree4.3★ (183)NoYesOct 2026
5dictate. — Voice to Textdictate. — Voice to TextFree—NoYesAug 2026
6Speech to Text App - DictationSpeech to Text App - DictationFree4.6★ (125)YesYesOct 2026
7Voice to Text - Dictate SpeechVoice to Text - Dictate SpeechFree4.5★ (11K)NoYesOct 2026
8Willow Dictation & AI KeyboardWillow Dictation & AI KeyboardFree4.6★ (1.1K)YesYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Dictation Text

3.4(27 ratings)
Free
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This app converts your spoken words into text, making it easy to share messages via SMS, email, and social media. It utilizes advanced speech recognition technology to accurately transcribe your voice, saving you the effort of typing.

iSpeech - Dictation to Text#2

iSpeech - Dictation to Text by Matthew Taylor

Audio Transcription
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5(8 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Effortlessly convert voice recordings into text with advanced AI transcription. Organize, edit, and search your notes with intelligent features. Offers a free version with limitations and a premium upgrade for unlimited access.

Dictation Pro - Voice to Text#3

Dictation Pro - Voice to Text by IBN Software GmbH

Audio Transcription & Recorder
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.5😊(512 ratings)
$44.99
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Effortlessly convert spoken words into text, transcribe audio and video content, and translate languages in real-time. This app streamlines note-taking, journaling, and communication across your Apple devices, saving you time and effort.

What We Love

  • 🎯 Highly accurate speech-to-text recognition
  • ⚡ Fast and efficient transcription
  • 👍 User-friendly and easy to use
  • 💰 Affordable pricing compared to competitors like Dragon
  • 🔄 Ability to maintain multiple simultaneous dictations
  • 📧 Easy sharing and export functionality
  • 🎤 Works well with background noise
  • ⏱️ Long continuous recording without stopping
  • 🏥 Reliable for professional use (medical, legal, business)
  • 💳 One-time purchase option available

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Internet connectivity issues and error messages
  • ❌ Backup and file saving limitations
  • 🔧 Poor customer support responsiveness
  • 📱 Confusing interface and unclear setup instructions
  • ⚙️ Requires frequent toggling of edit mode
  • 🎵 Annoying notification sounds
  • 🔌 Requires reliable internet connection
  • 📝 Limited editing capabilities compared to competitors
  • ⏸️ App lags and performance issues
  • 🎤 Accuracy varies with accents and speech patterns

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FAQ about Dictation Text

What are the best dictation text apps for iPhone?
Dictator Speech to Text tops our dictation text apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 3.4-star average from 27 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top dictation text apps we rank are free to download, including Dictator Speech to Text and iSpeech - Dictation to Text.
Dictator Speech to Text has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 236+ dictation text apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.