Best Transcription Service Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

GMR Transcription is the household name in transcription service, but it's far from the only option. We track 248+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Transcription Service Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1GMR TranscriptionGMR TranscriptionFree5.0★ (1)NoNoAug 2026
2Transcribe by NoNotesTranscribe by NoNotesFree3.0★ (6)YesNoMay 2026
3Transcription AI - Smart EditTranscription AI - Smart EditFree2.6★ (11)NoYesJul 2026
4Transcription HelperTranscription HelperFree4.0★ (13)NoNoMay 2026
5Local Transcription - WhisperLocal Transcription - WhisperFreeNoYesAug 2026
6eWord Solutions - DictationeWord Solutions - DictationFree3.8★ (4)NoNoMay 2026
7simple.STT - Transcription Appsimple.STT - Transcription AppFreeNoYesJul 2026
8Audio Note Taker with FathomAudio Note Taker with FathomFree5.0★ (2)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Transcription Service

Transcribe by NoNotes#2

Transcribe by NoNotes by NoNotes Inc.

Allows you to quickly and prof
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
3.0(6 ratings)
FreeAds
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Upload audio files from various cloud services or local apps for fast, quality transcription. This service is ideal for individuals and businesses needing to convert spoken words into text efficiently.

Transcription AI - Smart Edit#3

Transcription AI - Smart Edit by GOLDEN SERVICE, UAB

Your Movie Maker & Animation
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
2.6(11 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Edit videos by simply editing their text transcripts. This app converts speech to text with time markers, allowing you to remove unwanted sections by deleting words or sentences. It then precisely cuts and joins the video and audio, keeping everything perfectly in sync.

More Transcription Service apps to explore

4
Transcription Helper
Transcription Helper
Transcription Helper
by Soheil Novinfard
Free

This specialized audio player assists users in transcribing spoken content. It's ideal for writers, language learners preparing for exams like IELTS and TOEFL, and anyone needing to convert audio to text manually.

Optimized audio playback for transcriptionSelect audio from Music appImport files via App Sharing
📚 Education
(13)
free
5
Local Transcription - Whisper
Local Transcription - Whisper
Local Transcription - Whisper
Offline Speech-to-Text & AI
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
6
eWord Solutions - Dictation
eWord Solutions - Dictation
eWord Solutions - Dictation
by E-Word Solutions, Inc
Free

Record and submit dictations for professional transcription services. This app ensures your audio is handled by US-based typists who proofread for accuracy. Submit your work securely and receive your transcribed documents quickly.

Record dictationsSecure submissionUS-based transcriptionists
🔧 Utilities
(4)
free
7
simple.STT - Transcription App
simple.STT - Transcription App
simple.STT - Transcription App
Speech To Text. Official API
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
8
Audio Note Taker with Fathom
Audio Note Taker with Fathom
Audio Note Taker with Fathom
AI Voice to Text Transcription
Free

Record, transcribe, and analyze audio to create structured notes. This app transforms conversations and ideas into actionable insights, saving time and improving focus. Translate and organize your recordings with intelligent summaries.

AI-powered audio recording and transcriptionReal-time speech-to-text conversionIntelligent insights and summaries
📊 Productivity
(2)
freemium
9
Live Transcriber: Recorder
Live Transcriber: Recorder
Live Transcriber: Recorder
Record, Transcribe & Translate
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
10
Truebar - Transcription
Truebar - Transcription
Truebar - Transcription
Advanced Transcription
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
11
Transcribe+ speech to text
Transcribe+ speech to text
Transcribe+ speech to text
Instant transcription service
Free

This app converts audio and video files into text quickly and accurately, automatically adding punctuation. It supports over 120 languages and dialects, making it ideal for various professional and personal use cases. Transcriptions can be exported in multiple formats and synced across devices.

Instant speech-to-text conversionAutomatic punctuationSupport for 120+ languages
💼 Business
(81)
free with in-app purchases
12
Speakora - Text to Speech
Speakora - Text to Speech
Speakora - Text to Speech
Voice to Text, Audio & Memos
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
13
Audio to Text Transcriber
Audio to Text Transcriber
Audio to Text Transcriber
Offline Transcription
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
14
Voice Transcription - Deaf
Voice Transcription - Deaf
Voice Transcription - Deaf
Live Transcribe Speech to Text
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
15
Live-Transcribe
Live-Transcribe
Live-Transcribe
Secure, Accurate Transcription
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
Transcription speech to text
Transcription speech to text
Transcription speech to text
Transcribe voice memo recorder
Free

Effortlessly convert spoken words into editable text using advanced AI. This app offers both fast server-based and private on-device transcription, perfect for voice memos, meetings, and dictation. Seamlessly sync across Apple devices and export in various formats.

Instant server transcriptionPrivate on-device transcriptionSeamless sync across Apple devices
🔧 Utilities
(75)
free with in-app purchases
17
Utterly - AI Transcription
Utterly - AI Transcription
Utterly - AI Transcription
Private Offline Voice to Text
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
18
Quicktate.com
Quicktate.com
Quicktate.com
by Sharper Ideas
Free

Record and submit audio files for professional transcription services. Offers high-quality English and Spanish transcription with quick turnaround times. Users receive a free credit upon account creation to start transcribing.

Audio recordingHigh-quality transcriptionEnglish and Spanish support
📊 Productivity
(1)
free with in-app purchases
19
AI Transcribe・Audio Voice Text
AI Transcribe・Audio Voice Text
AI Transcribe・Audio Voice Text
Descript Speech・Transcription
Free

This app uses advanced AI to convert spoken words into accurate, editable text. It's ideal for transcribing meetings, interviews, lectures, and voice memos, offering multi-language support and various export options.

Real-time voice to text conversionAudio and video file transcriptionMulti-language support
📊 Productivity
(0)
free with in-app purchases
20
TranscribeMe
TranscribeMe
TranscribeMe
Transcripts Start at $.10/min
Free

Convert audio and video files to text with high accuracy using a combination of AI and human transcribers. Record directly in the app or import files, customize transcription parameters, and receive your text files via email or in-app. Ideal for researchers, professionals, and legal or medical groups needing fast, reliable transcriptions.

AI and human transcriptionRecord audio directlyImport audio/video files
💼 Business
(34)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Transcription Service

What are the best transcription service apps for iPhone?
GMR Transcription tops our transcription service apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 1 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top transcription service apps we rank are free to download, including GMR Transcription and Transcribe by NoNotes.
GMR Transcription has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ transcription service apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
GMR Transcription is available for free. While the app itself is free to download and use, the transcription services provided are paid, with pricing likely based on audio length and turnaround time.
The service emphasizes accuracy, utilizing 100% US-based transcriptionists with varied industry experience. This focus on professional human transcribers aims to deliver exceptional output for all custom requests.