Local + cloud
DeepType
vs Superwhisper
Both apps can transcribe on your Mac. The difference is how much you want to tune models and writing workflows.
Reviewed October 8, 2026 · By the DeepType team
Side by side
| What matters | DeepType | Superwhisper |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | macOS 14 or later; Apple Silicon recommended | Mac, Windows, iOS and Android; features vary by platform |
| Speech processing | On your Mac, with no cloud transcription fallback | Local and cloud models, depending on what you pick |
| Offline use | After explicitly installing a compatible local model | Available with local models on supported hardware |
| Account | No account or API key required in the app | No account needed for the free offline workflow |
| Price model | Free; no dictation subscription | Free tier; subscription and lifetime Pro options |
| Text cleanup | Local cleanup levels, per app styles, vocabulary and learned corrections | Custom prompts, writing modes, and local or cloud AI models |
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Pick DeepType if
You want your voice to stay on your Mac.
You want Mac dictation that stays local, with simple cleanup and no cloud provider to set up.
Pick Superwhisper if
Its workflow fits you better.
You want configurable writing modes, optional cloud models, or support beyond the Mac. Superwhisper has a free tier and paid Pro plans.
Sources and scope
Based on the official pages below, reviewed October 8, 2026. DeepType publishes this comparison, so it is not an independent benchmark. We have not measured relative accuracy or speed. Check each provider for current plans and availability.