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How To Use Live Caption To Transcribe Phone Calls

Trying to take notes during a call can be stressful, and it can take your mind away from the conversation. But what if the notes were taken for you? There are times when having a record of an important phone call is incredibly helpful. That’s where Live Caption can come in handy.

• 1.1 Enabling Live Caption
• 2.1 Enabling Live Transcribe
• 2.2 Enabling Live Transcribe Shortcut
• 3 Closing Thoughts

Live Caption

Developed by Google, Live Caption is an application that can caption anything that has audio. The main objective is to give people easier to access videos or audio content by transcribing the audio to text, which then the user can easily read.

While its definitely useful for businessmen looking to maximize their working efficiency, its an absolute lifesaver to people with disabilities. People with hearing impediments can easily access so many contents. People in crowded places can consume their audio or video information without disturbing others with the loud volume.

One particular usage for Live Caption is to transcribe phone calls. With Live Caption, you won’t miss a call with that important person in the middle of a crowded hall, where you also forgot to bring your earphone. Or turn the call into a text, to be further examined later.

Enabling Live Caption

Here’s how to enable Live Caption:

• Open Settings
• Navigate to Accessibility
• Locate “Live Caption” and tap it
• Tap turn on Live Caption
• Enable Live Caption in volume control (Optional)

If you enable the option on step 5, you can see a small box under the volume adjustment when you increase or decrease your phone’s volume. Its a shortcut for enabling or disabling live caption.

Once enabled, Live Caption will create a small text box when you start a phone call. It will automatically display the text person of what the other person is saying on the call. You can move the caption box by tapping and dragging it.

During calls, Live Caption will announce to both parties that the call is being transcribed. You shouldn’t use Live Caption for a group call, because Live Caption can’t transcribe when people are speaking over other people.

Alternatives to Live Caption: Live Transcribe

As powerful and amazing Live Caption is, your heart would sink when you realize that Live Caption is only available for Pixel Phones. Google is currently working to enable Live Caption for other devices. It will probably come with the Android 11 update.

Currently, the best alternative to Live Caption is Live Transcribe. An application also developed by Google in combination with Gallaudet University.

Live Transcribe is a much more general approach to transcribing. Live Transcribe uses the phone’s microphone as its primary input. Meanwhile, Live Caption is tailored specifically for audio resources, capturing the audio directly from the media and transcribing it. That means you can transcribe videos too, but you have to play it on loudspeaker, so your microphone can hear it.

Enabling Live Transcribe

Here’s how to enable Live Transcribe:

• Start the call

After that, the app should automatically generate text based on what your microphone hears. Make sure the volume is loud enough so that the voice of the people you’re calling is transcribed by the app.

Since Live Transcribe uses a microphone to pick up audio, it’s a wise idea to invest in a better microphone if you plan to use it regularly. But if you’re just trying stuff out, your phone’s mic should be good enough. Voice clarity also plays a role in transcribing accuracy. A loud background sound played over a speech will cause the transcriber to pick up false positives, thus, reducing transcribing accuracy.

However, the Live Transcribe app doesn’t offer minimalist text box to read as Live Caption does. You must put Live Transcribe on the foreground to actively transcribe things. That means you can’t watch videos and transcribe it at the same time, you must background the video and put Live Transcribe on the foreground.

Enabling Live Transcribe Shortcut

Live Caption uses the volume button to access the Live Caption mode. You can do the same with Live Transcribe, albeit on a different location of your phone.

Here’s how to enable Live Transcribe shortcut

• Open settings
• Tap on Live Transcribe
• Tap “Use service”
• Allow the permissions

You will see a small human icon on your navigation bar, like the image below.

When you press it, Live Transcribe will open, allowing you to instantly transcribe stuff on the go. It’s a useful feature to have.

Closing Thoughts

Technological advancements in software development once again triumph. Live Caption is an app used to transcribe stuff so people can access the information better. Unfortunately, Live Caption only exists in Google Pixel Phones. Live Transcribe is a good alternative to Live Caption. It offers a microphone based transcribing process. While it’s generally more versatile, it is gated by the quality of the microphone and the loudness of the sound source.

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Wow, thanks for all of this info Mitch. You are the man! We are trying to help our severely hearing-impaired daughter. The Live Transcribe app worked then we all get this error message: Live Transcribe can’t use the mic while another app is using it. Google is working on a fix for us. Bigglesworth has an answer, but we would rather not have to downgrade.

How do I stop my outgoing voice/speech converting to text? I need only the incoming caller’s voice converted to text. Can someone please advise how to stop my speech showing on screen?,

I have a problem with Live Transcribe! My telephone is Samsung Galaxy 20 Fe and the microphone stop working when I’ll trying to transcribe the phone calls! Please, help me!

I find that Live Captuon and Live Transcribe BOTH have to be activated. It works, but its clumsy. Also, the keypad is buried, so it’s hard to work the automated phone systems.

I was wondering if you can help me. I’ll be working as an interpreter really soon. So, I’ll be taking calls on AIRPLANE MODE on my android. To be honest, I have a hard time writing notes to interpret. Is there an app or program so that when I get my calls on my phone it can be recorded and then written in text on my pc?? Please help. Thank you.

I really wish to have Caption Calls in other devices just as this feature is only available in Pixel. Please bring this option available to all android phones and OS for iPhone as well. It will benefit all of us who have a hard of hearing and always prefer to communicate in meeting with closed captions!

If you update to Android 10, Live Transcribe will stop if the speakerphone is activated.

I am profoundly deaf myself and I had to downgrade to Android 9 on my OnePlus 7 Pro just so I could keep using the Live Transcribe over speakerphone.

I have live transcribe on my moto g power phone, as I am hard of hearing. Can I use app to convert speech to text on incoming calls?

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Last Updated on September 14, 2020 by Mitch Bartlett

Best speech-to-text app of 2024

Free, paid and online voice recognition apps and services

Best overall

Best for business, best for mobile, best text service, best speech recognition, best virtual assistant, best for cloud, best for azure, best for batch conversion, best free speech to text apps, best mobile speech to text apps, how we test.

The best speech-to-text apps make it simple and easy to convert speech into text, for both desktop and mobile devices.

1. Best overall 2. Best for business 3. Best for mobile 4. Best text service 5. Best speech recognition 6. Best virtual assistant 7. Best for cloud 8. Best for Azure 9. Best for batch conversion 10. Best free speech to text apps 11. Best mobile speech to text apps 12. FAQs 13. How we test

Speech-to-text used to be regarded as very niche, specifically serving either people with accessibility needs or for  dictation . However, speech-to-text is moving more and more into the mainstream as office work can now routinely be completed more simply and easily by using voce-recognition software, rather than having to type through members, and speaking aloud for text to be recorded is now quite common.

While the best speech to text software used to be specifically only for desktops, the development of mobile devices and the explosion of easily accessible apps means that transcription can now also be carried out on a  smartphone  or  tablet . 

This has made the best voice to text applications increasingly valuable to users in a range of different environments, from education to business. This is not least because the technology has matured to the level where mistakes in transcriptions are relatively rare, with some services rightly boasting a 99.9% success rate from clear audio.

Even still, this applies mainly to ordinary situations and circumstances, and precludes the use of technical terminology such as required in legal or medical professions. Despite this, digital transcription can still service needs such as basic  note-taking  which can still be easily done using a phone app, simplifying the dictation process.

However, different speech-to-text programs have different levels of ability and complexity, with some using advanced machine learning to constantly correct errors flagged up by users so that they are not repeated. Others are downloadable software which is only as good as its latest update.

Here then are the best in speech-to-text recognition programs, which should be more than capable for most situations and circumstances.

We've also featured the best voice recognition software .

The best paid for speech to text apps of 2024 in full:

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1. Dragon Anywhere

Our expert review:

Reasons to buy

Reasons to avoid.

Dragon Anywhere is the Nuance mobile product for Android and iOS devices, however this is no ‘lite’ app, but rather offers fully-formed dictation capabilities powered via the cloud. 

So essentially you get the same excellent speech recognition as seen on the desktop software – the only meaningful difference we noticed was a very slight delay in our spoken words appearing on the screen (doubtless due to processing in the cloud). However, note that the app was still responsive enough overall.

It also boasts support for boilerplate chunks of text which can be set up and inserted into a document with a simple command, and these, along with custom vocabularies, are synced across the mobile app and desktop Dragon software. Furthermore, you can share documents across devices via Evernote or cloud services (such as Dropbox).

This isn’t as flexible as the desktop application, however, as dictation is limited to within Dragon Anywhere – you can’t dictate directly in another app (although you can copy over text from the Dragon Anywhere dictation pad to a third-party app). The other caveats are the need for an internet connection for the app to work (due to its cloud-powered nature), and the fact that it’s a subscription offering with no one-off purchase option, which might not be to everyone’s tastes.

Even bearing in mind these limitations, though, it’s a definite boon to have fully-fledged, powerful voice recognition of the same sterling quality as the desktop software, nestling on your phone or tablet for when you’re away from the office.

Nuance Communications offers a 7-day free trial to give the app a try before you commit to a subscription. 

Read our full Dragon Anywhere review .

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2. Dragon Professional

Should you be looking for a business-grade dictation application, your best bet is Dragon Professional. Aimed at pro users, the software provides you with the tools to dictate and edit documents, create spreadsheets, and browse the web using your voice.   

According to Nuance, the solution is capable of taking dictation at an equivalent typing speed of 160 words per minute, with a 99% accuracy rate – and that’s out-of-the-box, before any training is done (whereby the app adapts to your voice and words you commonly use).

As well as creating documents using your voice, you can also import custom word lists. There’s also an additional mobile app that lets you transcribe audio files and send them back to your computer.   

This is a powerful, flexible, and hugely useful tool that is especially good for individuals, such as professionals and freelancers, allowing for typing and document management to be done much more flexibly and easily.

Overall, the interface is easy to use, and if you get stuck at all, you can access a series of help tutorials. And while the software can seem expensive, it's just a one-time fee and compares very favorably with paid-for subscription transcription services.

Also note that Nuance are currently offering 12-months' access to Dragon Anywhere at no extra cost with any purchase of Dragon Home or Dragon Professional Individual.

Read our full Dragon Professional review .

Otter is a cloud-based speech to text program especially aimed for mobile use, such as on a laptop or smartphone. The app provides real-time transcription, allowing you to search, edit, play, and organize as required.

Otter is marketed as an app specifically for meetings, interviews, and lectures, to make it easier to take rich notes. However, it is also built to work with collaboration between teams, and different speakers are assigned different speaker IDs to make it easier to understand transcriptions.

There are three different payment plans, with the basic one being free to use and aside from the features mentioned above also includes keyword summaries and a wordcloud to make it easier to find specific topic mentions. You can also organize and share, import audio and video for transcription, and provides 600 minutes of free service.

The Premium plan also includes advanced and bulk export options, the ability to sync audio from Dropbox, additional playback speeds including the ability to skip silent pauses. The Premium plan also allows for up to 6,000 minutes of speech to text.

The Teams plan also adds two-factor authentication, user management and centralized billing, as well as user statistics, voiceprints, and live captioning.

Read our full Otter review .

Verbit aims to offer a smarter speech to text service, using AI for transcription and captioning. The service is specifically targeted at enterprise and educational establishments.

Verbit uses a mix of speech models, using neural networks and algorithms to reduce background noise, focus on terms as well as differentiate between speakers regardless of accent, as well as incorporate contextual events such as news and company information into recordings.

Although Verbit does offer a live version for transcription and captioning, aiming for a high degree of accuracy, other plans offer human editors to ensure transcriptions are fully accurate, and advertise a four hour turnaround time.

Altogether, while Verbit does offer a direct speech to text service, it’s possibly better thought of as a transcription service, but the focus on enterprise and education, as well as team use, means it earns a place here as an option to consider.

Read our full Verbit review .

5. Speechmatics

Speechmatics offers a machine learning solution to converting speech to text, with its automatic speech recognition solution available to use on existing audio and video files as well as for live use.

Unlike some automated transcription software which can struggle with accents or charge more for them, Speechmatics advertises itself as being able to support all major British accents, regardless of nationality. That way it aims to cope with not just different American and British English accents, but also South African and Jamaican accents.

Speechmatics offers a wider number of speech to text transcription uses than many other providers. Examples include taking call center phone recordings and converting them into searchable text or Word documents. The software also works with video and other media for captioning as well as using keyword triggers for management.

Overall, Speechmatics aims to offer a more flexible and comprehensive speech to text service than a lot of other providers, and the use of automation should keep them price competitive.

Read our full Speechmatics review .

6. Braina Pro

Braina Pro is speech recognition software which is built not just for dictation, but also as an all-round digital assistant to help you achieve various tasks on your PC. It supports dictation to third-party software in not just English but almost 90 different languages, with impressive voice recognition chops.

Beyond that, it’s a virtual assistant that can be instructed to set alarms, search your PC for a file, or search the internet, play an MP3 file, read an ebook aloud, plus you can implement various custom commands.

The Windows program also has a companion Android app which can remotely control your PC, and use the local Wi-Fi network to deliver commands to your computer, so you can spark up a music playlist, for example, wherever you happen to be in the house. Nifty.

There’s a free version of Braina which comes with limited functionality, but includes all the basic PC commands, along with a 7-day trial of the speech recognition which allows you to test out its powers for yourself before you commit to a subscription. Yes, this is another subscription-only product with no option to purchase for a one-off fee. Also note that you need to be online and have Google ’s Chrome browser installed for speech recognition functionality to work.

Read our full Braina Pro review .

7. Amazon Transcribe

Amazon Transcribe is as big cloud-based automatic speech recognition platform developed specifically to convert audio to text for apps. It especially aims to provide a more accurate and comprehensive service than traditional providers, such as being able to cope with low-fi and noisy recordings, such as you might get in a contact center .

Amazon Transcribe uses a deep learning process that automatically adds punctuation and formatting, as well as process with a secure livestream or otherwise transcribe speech to text with batch processing.

As well as offering time stamping for individual words for easy search, it can also identify different speaks and different channels and annotate documents accordingly to account for this.

There are also some nice features for editing and managing transcribed texts, such as vocabulary filtering and replacement words which can be used to keep product names consistent and therefore any following transcription easier to analyze.

Overall, Amazon Transcribe is one of the most powerful platforms out there, though it’s aimed more for the business and enterprise user rather than the individual.

8. Microsoft Azure Speech to Text

Microsoft 's Azure cloud service offers advanced speech recognition as part of the platform's speech services to deliver the Microsoft Azure Speech to Text functionality. 

This feature allows you to simply and easily create text from a variety of audio sources. There are also customization options available to work better with different speech patterns, registers, and even background sounds. You can also modify settings to handle different specialist vocabularies, such as product names, technical information, and place names.

The Microsoft's Azure Speech to Text feature is powered by deep neural network models and allows for real-time audio transcription that can be set up to handle multiple speakers.

As part of the Azure cloud service, you can run Azure Speech to Text in the cloud, on premises, or in edge computing. In terms of pricing, you can run the feature in a free container with a single concurrent request for up to 5 hours of free audio per month.

Read our full Microsoft Azure Speech to Text review .

9. IBM Watson Speech to Text

IBM's Watson Speech to Text works is the third cloud-native solution on this list, with the feature being powered by AI and machine learning as part of IBM's cloud services.

While there is the option to transcribe speech to text in real-time, there is also the option to batch convert audio files and process them through a range of language, audio frequency, and other output options.

You can also tag transcriptions with speaker labels, smart formatting, and timestamps, as well as apply global editing for technical words or phrases, acronyms, and for number use.

As with other cloud services Watson Speech to Text allows for easy deployment both in the cloud and on-premises behind your own firewall to ensure security is maintained.

Read our full Watson Speech to Text review .

1. Google Gboard

If you already have an Android mobile device, then if it's not already installed then download Google Keyboard from the Google Play store and you'll have an instant text-to-speech app. Although it's primarily designed as a keyboard for physical input, it also has a speech input option which is directly available. And because all the power of Google's hardware is behind it, it's a powerful and responsive tool.

If that's not enough then there are additional features. Aside from physical input ones such as swiping, you can also trigger images in your text using voice commands. Additionally, it can also work with Google Translate, and is advertised as providing support for over 60 languages.

Even though Google Keyboard isn't a dedicated transcription tool, as there are no shortcut commands or text editing directly integrated, it does everything you need from a basic transcription tool. And as it's a keyboard, it means should be able to work with any software you can run on your Android smartphone, so you can text edit, save, and export using that. Even better, it's free and there are no adverts to get in the way of you using it.

2. Just Press Record

If you want a dedicated dictation app, it’s worth checking out Just Press Record. It’s a mobile audio recorder that comes with features such as one tap recording, transcription and iCloud syncing across devices. The great thing is that it’s aimed at pretty much anyone and is extremely easy to use. 

When it comes to recording notes, all you have to do is press one button, and you get unlimited recording time. However, the really great thing about this app is that it also offers a powerful transcription service. 

Through it, you can quickly and easily turn speech into searchable text. Once you’ve transcribed a file, you can then edit it from within the app. There’s support for more than 30 languages as well, making it the perfect app if you’re working abroad or with an international team. Another nice feature is punctuation command recognition, ensuring that your transcriptions are free from typos.   

This app is underpinned by cloud technology, meaning you can access notes from any device (which is online). You’re able to share audio and text files to other iOS apps too, and when it comes to organizing them, you can view recordings in a comprehensive file. 

3. Speechnotes

Speechnotes is yet another easy to use dictation app. A useful touch here is that you don’t need to create an account or anything like that; you just open up the app and press on the microphone icon, and you’re off.   

The app is powered by Google voice recognition tech. When you’re recording a note, you can easily dictate punctuation marks through voice commands, or by using the built-in punctuation keyboard. 

To make things even easier, you can quickly add names, signatures, greetings and other frequently used text by using a set of custom keys on the built-in keyboard. There’s automatic capitalization as well, and every change made to a note is saved to the cloud.

When it comes to customizing notes, you can access a plethora of fonts and text sizes. The app is free to download from the Google Play Store , but you can make in-app purchases to access premium features (there's also a browser version for Chrome).   

Read our full Speechnotes review .

4. Transcribe

Marketed as a personal assistant for turning videos and voice memos into text files, Transcribe is a popular dictation app that’s powered by AI. It lets you make high quality transcriptions by just hitting a button.   

The app can transcribe any video or voice memo automatically, while supporting over 80 languages from across the world. While you can easily create notes with Transcribe, you can also import files from services such as Dropbox.

Once you’ve transcribed a file, you can export the raw text to a word processor to edit. The app is free to download, but you’ll have to make an in-app purchase if you want to make the most of these features in the long-term. There is a trial available, but it’s basically just 15 minutes of free transcription time. Transcribe is only available on iOS, though.   

5. Windows Speech Recognition

If you don’t want to pay for speech recognition software, and you’re running Microsoft’s latest desktop OS, then you might be pleased to hear that speech-to-text is built into Windows.

Windows Speech Recognition, as it’s imaginatively named – and note that this is something different to Cortana, which offers basic commands and assistant capabilities – lets you not only execute commands via voice control, but also offers the ability to dictate into documents.

The sort of accuracy you get isn’t comparable with that offered by the likes of Dragon, but then again, you’re paying nothing to use it. It’s also possible to improve the accuracy by training the system by reading text, and giving it access to your documents to better learn your vocabulary. It’s definitely worth indulging in some training, particularly if you intend to use the voice recognition feature a fair bit.

The company has been busy boasting about its advances in terms of voice recognition powered by deep neural networks, especially since windows 10 and now for Windows 11 , and Microsoft is certainly priming us to expect impressive things in the future. The likely end-goal aim is for Cortana to do everything eventually, from voice commands to taking dictation.

Turn on Windows Speech Recognition by heading to the Control Panel (search for it, or right click the Start button and select it), then click on Ease of Access, and you will see the option to ‘start speech recognition’ (you’ll also spot the option to set up a microphone here, if you haven’t already done that).

Aside from what has already been covered above, there are an increasing number of apps available across all mobile devices for working with speech to text, not least because Google's speech recognition technology is available for use. 

iTranslate Translator  is a speech-to-text app for iOS with a difference, in that it focuses on translating voice languages. Not only does it aim to translate different languages you hear into text for your own language, it also works to translate images such as photos you might take of signs in a foreign country and get a translation for them. In that way, iTranslate is a very different app, that takes the idea of speech-to-text in a novel direction, and by all accounts, does it well. 

ListNote Speech-to-Text Notes  is another speech-to-text app that uses Google's speech recognition software, but this time does a more comprehensive job of integrating it with a note-taking program than many other apps. The text notes you record are searchable, and you can import/export with other text applications. Additionally there is a password protection option, which encrypts notes after the first 20 characters so that the beginning of the notes are searchable by you. There's also an organizer feature for your notes, using category or assigned color. The app is free on Android, but includes ads.

Voice Notes  is a simple app that aims to convert speech to text for making notes. This is refreshing, as it mixes Google's speech recognition technology with a simple note-taking app, so there are more features to play with here. You can categorize notes, set reminders, and import/export text accordingly.

SpeechTexter  is another speech-to-text app that aims to do more than just record your voice to a text file. This app is built specifically to work with social media, so that rather than sending messages, emails, Tweets, and similar, you can record your voice directly to the social media sites and send. There are also a number of language packs you can download for offline working if you want to use more than just English, which is handy.

Also consider reading these related software and app guides:

• Best text-to-speech software
• Best transcription services
• Best Bluetooth headsets

Which speech-to-text app is best for you?

When deciding which speech-to-text app to use, first consider what your actual needs are, as free and budget  options may only provide basic features, so if you need to use advanced tools you may find a paid-for platform is better suited to you. Additionally, higher-end software can usually cater for every need, so do ensure you have a good idea of which features you think you may require from your speech-to-text app.

To test for the best speech-to-text apps we first set up an account with the relevant platform, then we tested the service to see how the software could be used for different purposes and in different situations. The aim was to push each speech-to-text platform to see how useful its basic tools were and also how easy it was to get to grips with any more advanced tools.

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Best Voice-to-Text Apps of 2024

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Voice-to-text apps can be helpful for accessibility needs and busy professionals alike. If you’re always on the go, transcribing interview notes, or you can think faster than you can write, these special programs can increase your efficiency and store the recordings safely and sound via the cloud. Depending on your needs, you can choose an app with customizable language for commonly used words or industry terms.

The main features to consider when looking at voice-to-text apps include accuracy, shortcuts, and available languages. Accuracy is one of the most critical factors, and some options perform much better than others in this area. These apps are becoming more mainstream, from basic software to advanced technology. Whether you want to take notes , send quick messages, or translate on the fly, the best voice-to-text apps below are ready to help.

Best Overall: Dragon Anywhere

Best assistant: google assistant.

• Best Transcription: Transcribe
• Best for Long Recordings: Speechnotes

Best for Notes: Voice Notes

• Best for Messages: SpeechTexter  

Best for Translation: iTranslate Converse

Best for niche industry terms: braina.

Dragon Anywhere

• Price: $15 per month or $150 per year
• Free Trial: One week
• Accuracy Rate: 99 percent

Why We Chose It

We chose Dragon Anywhere because of its 99 percent accuracy rating and options for voice editing and formatting.

Pros & Cons

No word limits

99 percent accuracy

Multiple ways to share documents

Expensive compared to some other apps

May take time to learn the built-in commands

Available for Android and iOS devices, Dragon Anywhere is a premium professional tool that’s a big deal in the world of dictation apps. It’s 99 percent accurate and comes with voice editing and formatting. You can use the app for as long as you need—there are no word limits.

Dragon Anywhere allows you to customize industry lingo for even more accuracy. After transcription, share your notes by email, Dropbox, Evernote, and more. For supported versions, you can synchronize Dragon Anywhere with your desktop and do voice work on your computer as well. However, to do this, you will need to purchase a desktop version of Dragon as well.

Its accuracy and rich features come with a cost, but the bill could be a worthy business investment if you often think of ideas on the fly or need to record meetings. The application costs $15 per month or $150 per year.

Google Assistant

• Price: Free
• Free Trial: N/A
• Accuracy Rate: Not disclosed

We chose Google Assistant because it can help you accomplish a variety of tasks.

Integrated into services you already use, such as email and messaging

Free to use

Not specifically designed for note-taking

Must use applets to boost note-taking abilities

Google Assistant does a lot, including playing music and opening maps. One of its best features? Voice recognition. You can use voice command to look up information and tell Google Assistant to perform certain functions, but it can also convert speech to text.

The app sends messages, manages tasks, and sets reminders. While it’s not a speech-to-text app in the purest sense, it will still help organize your ideas and notes with voice recognition.

Use IFTTT (If This Then That) to maximize your Google Assistant note-taking abilities. In one applet , Google Assistant can log all of your notes into a spreadsheet. You can also search IFTTT for other productivity-boosting applets or create your own as you see fit.  

Best for Transcription: Transcribe - Speech to Text

Transcribe - Speech to Text

• Price: $5 per hour of transcription, subscription options also available
• Free Trial: 15 minutes of transcription

Transcribe - Speech to Text offers you the opportunity to transcribe any voice or video file using the help of artificial intelligence.

Transcription available for over 120 languages and dialects

Easy-to-use software

Only available for Apple products

Journalists or executive assistants who have a lot of conversations to track may find this app useful. Using A.I., Transcribe can turn any voice or video memo into a transcription in over 120 different languages and dialects. After recording, you can drop your file in this app and export your raw text into another app such as DropBox.

Keep in mind that Transcribe is only available for Apple products with Voice Memo and video since there’s no direct in-app dictation. Transcribe can also get pricey. Users receive a free trial for 15 minutes of transcription. Every extra hour costs $5 and 10 hours costs $30, but there are also subscriptions available for frequent users.

Best for Long Recordings: Speechnotes - Speech to Text

Speechnotes - Speech to Text

• Accuracy Rate: 90 percent or better

We chose Speechnotes because it allows for extremely long recordings.

Long recordings allowed

Can add in punctuation where needed

In-app advertisements as a free app

Only available in browser and on Android

Writers who think faster than they can type will appreciate this app. Speechnotes is excellent for organizing long notes thanks to two special features. First of all, it doesn't stop recording—even if you pause to think or breathe—so you can keep the recording open for as long as needed. Second, you can tap a button or use a verbal command to insert punctuation marks into your work so they won't become too unwieldy.

The free app has a small ad banner, but you can upgrade to a premium version to get rid of it. Other perks: It won't clog up your phone space at 4 MB, plus it saves all your recordings as TXT files. Plus, you won’t need to open the app to use it either; you can tap on a widget to access Speechnotes. Keep in mind that Speechnotes is only available on your browser and Android. 

Voice Notes

We chose Voice Notes for its efficient layout to help you store notes.

Recognizes 120 languages

Only available on Android phones

Voice Notes has speech recognition that allows you to create notes efficiently. You can then organize your notes into categories and create reminders by customizing alerts synced with your phone calendar. The interface is intuitive and easy to use; simply press the microphone button and speak to record. You’ll even be able to make your notes with the phone screen turned off.

The app can recognize up to 120 languages, just in case you need to record notes in something other than English. The app is free, though you can subscribe to a premium plan to support the developer.

Of course, there are a few caveats. Voice Notes is a popular app, but the one major limitation is that it's only available on Android phones. Plus, you need to have Google voice search installed to use it.

Best for Messages: SpeechTexter - Speech to Text

SpeechTexter - Speech to Text

• Accuracy Rate: Better than 90 percent

SpeechTexter is a useful tool to help you draft texts, notes, emails, reports, and more with your voice. 

Desktop and android versions available

Over 70 languages supported

Customizable commands

Offline mode is less accurate

Need to send a quick message but find your hands occupied with other tasks? Here’s a quick solution. Using Google’s backend, SpeechTexter allows you to create text notes, emails, and reports with your own voice. The easy-to-use app supports over 70 languages with an accuracy rate higher than 90 percent. You can customize your own commands for punctuation as well.

It's possible to use the app when you're not connected to the Internet, though keep in mind that the accuracy lowers in offline mode and the recognition speed depends on your Internet connectivity. To use the app offline, make sure that you install language packs of your preference.

iTranslate Converse

• Price: $6 per month or $50 per year
• Free Trial: Yes

We chose iTranslate Converse because it is designed to help you translate languages on the go in noisy environments.

Works well in noisy environments

Enables real-time communication with someone in another language

38 languages recognized

Subscription fee

Unknown accuracy rate

Brought to you by the same developers behind the popular iTranslate app, iTranslate Converse is as close to real-time translation as you’ll get, which is convenient if you need to communicate with clients who don’t speak the same language as you or if you’re traveling abroad. All you have to do is set the two languages. Then tap, hold, and speak into your phone.

The app will pick up on the language that you’re speaking, then issue out a translation—yes, even in noisy environments. The app is capable of recognizing 38 languages. After your conversation is done, you can download full transcriptions. It’s not always perfect, of course, but it’s faster than going through a personal assistant app to look up translations for you.

While it has a subscription fee, iTranslate won't stretch your budget significantly. When you download it, you'll receive a free trial. After that runs out, you'll be upgraded to the pro version for $6 per month or $50 per year. You must cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the trial to avoid being put on a paid membership.

• Price: $0-$399
• Free Trial: No
• Accuracy Rate: 99%

Briana can help you utilize voice-to-text in a jargon-filled industry.

Personal A.I. builds to recognize your industry jargon

Over 100 languages recognized

May take some time to customize

Braina is a personal A.I. for Windows P.C.s with companion Android and IOS apps. The program can convert your voice into text for any website or software program, including a word processor. It recognizes most medical, legal, and scientific terms, which makes it ideal if you work in a niche industry with technical jargon. You can also teach Braina uncommon names and vocabulary with ease.

Braina has other helpful voice recognition features besides learning niche industry terms. For example, it can recognize over 100 languages to serve non-English users. The program also includes convenient dictation commands for deleting, tabbing, and casing.

The app has a few price tiers; there is a free version with limited access to features, while the pro version costs $79 per year or $399 for lifetime access (which often goes on sale for $199).

Dragon Anywhere is our pick for the best overall voice-to-text app thanks to its streamlined tools, high accuracy rating, and accessible computer synchronization. The app costs a bit more than other popular options, but discounts are available on annual subscriptions, and it has no limit on words.

As a bonus, Dragon Anywhere also allows users to customize their experience for specific industry lingo and other terms. This app is also accessible for Android and iOS devices and features simple sharing options to multiple apps or email accounts.

Compare the Best Voice to Text Apps

Guide to Choosing a Voice-to-Text App

Not sure how to choose a voice-to-text app? Consider the following factors to select the best option for your needs:

• Accuracy rating
• Available languages
• Limits on words or usage
• Platform (Android or iOS)
• Exporting files
• Translation
• Customizable terms or industry language

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best voice to text app.

Dragon Anywhere is the best voice-to-text app on our list. This app is available for both Android and iOS users, has a high accuracy rating, and makes it easy to export files to your computer, email, or other apps.

What Is the Best Free Voice to Text App?

Speechnotes, Voice Notes, Google Assistant, and SpeechTexter are all great choices for free voice-to-text apps. Choose the best option for your specific needs based on maximum length of recording, available languages, and exporting options.

What Is the Best Way to Convert Voice to Text?

Voice-to-text apps and computer programs are both helpful ways to convert your voice to text. If you need to record notes on the go or away from your computer, a mobile app is likely best for you. On the other hand, some people prefer apps downloaded to their computers to take notes during meetings or classes.

What Is the Most Realistic Speech-to-Text?

Dragon Anywhere has the highest accuracy rating of voice-to-text apps compared in this list. Additionally, this app allows users to customize specific industry language and commonly used terms to make their transcriptions more realistic.

To find the best voice-to-text apps we compiled a list of the most popular options available. Next, we took a closer look at several factors, including the price, free trial options, accuracy rates, and more. Finally, we decided which providers were best suited for what our readers needed.

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Some people can type hell for leather, but we have to agree that it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. How would it be if you could type as fast as you speak? Well, why think when you can execute! While iPhone’s native Notes app can handle your basic transcribing needs, it lacks added functionality.

So, here’s a list of the best speech-to-text apps for your iPhone!

• dictate2us Record & Transcribe
• Rev Voice Recorder & Memos
• Day One Journal

1. Evernote: Notes organizer – Editor’s choice

Evernote is a widely used application for note-taking. However, it serves multiple purposes like clipping articles, scanning documents, and also allows adding content (pictures, videos, audio, etc.) with notes.  

Open the virtual keyboard and tap the mic below the return key to dictate text. You can now dictate, and it’ll not only be converted but also sync across your devices.

If you’re a student, you can use the app to take notes, track them, and even create separate notebooks. Further, you can also bring people, projects, and ideas together with shared Spaces. This is especially helpful for businesses or if you are working on a group project. Evernote also has multiple other features and is free to use.  

• Scan and convert handwritten notes
• Transcription works flawlessly
• Numerous useful templates
• Note linking
• Excellent organization system
• Cannot save data offline
• Lean cloud storage
• Cannot sync with more than 2 devices with the basic plan

Price : Free (In-App Purchases start at $10.00)

2. dictate2us Record & Transcribe – Fastest transcription service

Dicatate2us is one of the leaders in transcription services, and you can get the audio transcribed within an hour regardless of the time, 365 days a year. You can record letters, reports, case notes, interviews, etc.  

All you need to do is save a recording which will get uploaded to the platform. A person, yes, an actual person, will sit and transcribe the audio, after which an editor will check if there are errors, and then the Google doc file will be sent to you.  

Dicatate2us can be downloaded for free, and you get a $15 free trial credit. After the trial ends, you are charged a minute rate depending on the turnaround time. D2U uses military-grade encryption, so you need not worry about confidential data being hacked.

• Military-grade encryption
• Fast turnaround time
• $15 Trial credit
• Can’t transcribe instantly

Price : Free ($15 trial credit) 

3. Transcribe: Speech to Text – Instant transcription

Some people repeatedly listen to their voice memos as reminders. However, listening to the whole message to get to something you want to hear might be a time-consuming event, and Transcribe comes in. It is among the fastest transcription apps. A tap of a button is all it takes to transcribe your audio or video files. 

It lets you transcribe any voice or video file into text. All is done with the help of AI. You get 15 minutes of the free trial, after which you will need to either upgrade to the Pro version or buy add-on hours. Transcribe Pro offers features like exporting files in TXT, PDF, and DOCX formats. You also get 5 hours of transcription every month and can save up to 50GB of files on its cloud.  

• Instant transcription
• Supports both audio and video files
• Supports multiple file formats
• Not great for longer duration transcriptions
• Users have reported frequent app crashes

Price : Free (In-app purchase starts at $4.99)

4. Rev Voice Recorder & Memos – Simplified design

Rev Voice is yet another transcription service that people have employed to transcribe audio. The company claims a 99% plus accuracy rate alongside fast turnaround times. You can get a 30-minute recording transcribed under 12 hours.  

The Rev Voice app has a clean and minimal user interface. Besides transcribing audio, it also lets you record audio, trim the audio, etc. You can use the recorder in the background, and it will automatically pause when you receive a call.  

While the application is free to download, Rev charges 1 credit for a minute of audio transcribed, and if you avail of their services through their website, it’ll cost you $1.50 for a minute of audio transcribed. You can also view the progress of your order, and once done, you’ll receive it in your email inbox and the app.

• Affordable rates
• Effortless editing
• High accuracy rate
• The subscription model would make the service more appealing
• Turnaround times are longer

Price : Free (1 credit costs $1.99)

5: Dictation: Speech to text – Translate your transcription

Dictation serves one purpose, converting speech to text, and it does the job quite decently. But there are instances where it might miss a few words. You can not only record audio in the app but also import audio files.

Further, translation is a unique feature offered by Dictation. It supports over 40 languages. All you have to do is tap a button to translate the transcribed text.

The app also has iCloud Synchronization. Once turned on, you can dictate text from your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, etc.

Besides, you can also share the text across several social media platforms like Twitter, WhatsApp, etc. However, the app is infested with ads. You will need to upgrade to the pro version to get rid of ads, costing $17.49 per year.

• Translation with support for 40 languages
• Works flawlessly across multiple iOS devices
• Cluttered UI 
• Infested with ads 

Price : Free (Pro version costs $4.99 per month)

6. Day One Journal: Private diary – Journalling made fun

If you want to get into the habit of maintaining a daily journal but have been postponing the idea for a long time because you find writing to be a tedious process, Day One Journal is here to help. You can add notes to your journal at any time of the day as the app provides speech-to-text services.

It’s not just words; you can also add videos and images alongside handwritten entries or drawings to your journal. However, this feature is limited to the premium version. You can also take notes from your Apple watch. If that was not enough, you could also send text messages or emails to your journals.  Pretty impressive, right?

• Easy to use
• Supports and integrates images, videos, etc., in the journal
• Can only be used as a diary

Price : Free (Premium costs $5.99 per month)

7. Otter: Transcribe voice notes – Best for businesses

Otter works flawlessly for transcribing text and is an excellent tool for personal use. But it shines more when put to use in a corporate environment. You can automatically take notes (through speech to text), save these notes, and share them with everyone on the team.

Another great feature of Otter is that it provides live captioning to the deaf or people with special needs. The app also lets users highlight text, and the punctuation is quite accurate.

The integration of Otter with iOS helps you start recording through Siri shortcuts and syncs notes with the iOS calendar, contacts, etc. You can also record with AirPods. The app offers all these features for a limited amount of time as a free trial, after which the Pro subscription offers 6000 transcription minutes per month. A great overall app for businesses!

• Caters to specially-abled users
• Great iOS integration
• The free plan is good for personal use
• Transcription is a hit or miss for longer audio files
• No support for images in notes

Price : Free (Premium Costs $16.99 per month) 

Wrapping up!

Well, this was my list of the best speech-to-text apps for iPhone and iPad, which are beneficial for both students and professionals. If you found the right speech-to-text app that suits your requirements, share your thoughts in the comments below!

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9 Best Speech-to-Text Apps For Android in 2024

Looking for the best speech-to-text apps for Android? We've rounded up the top 9 to make communication a breeze. Take a look!

Join the thousands of people who use Nagish daily to caption their phone calls!

Did you know that you can download speech-to-text apps on your Android phone ? Here's a helpful list of awesome voice-to-text apps for Android that you can check out. 

What Do Speech-to-Text Apps Do?

Speech-to-text software makes it simple and easy to convert speech into text. While it used to be regarded as a tool mostly aimed at deaf or hard of hearing individuals, the functionality has become a mainstream resource for optimizing efficiency at the office, school, and in daily life.

Speech-to-Text App vs Transcription Software

The main difference between speech-to-text apps and transcription software is that speech-to-text applications convert real-time spoken words into written text. In contrast, transcription software creates a text copy from an audio file, which requires uploading a pre-recorded audio file.

Whether you want to take notes, enjoy seamless phone conversations, send messages, or dictate on the fly, the best voice-to-text apps for Android below are ready to help.

Nagish is a free app that converts text-to-speech and speech-to-text in real time, making it easy to place and receive calls by typing and reading instead of or in addition to speaking and hearing. The calls are completely private, and the technology supports multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Hebrew, Italian, French, and Japanese. 

• Captioning is end-to-end secure, so calls are 100% private
• Voicemal transcription
• Supports iOS or Android device
• Fast and highly accurate
• Easy-to-use interface and adjustable font size
• Allows users to save and share their transcriptions
• Allows users to use their existing phone number
• Includes built-in spam and profanity filter
• Facilitates communication with automated lines
• Personalized experience with features such as personalized voices, a favorites contact list, a personal dictionary, and a quick response tool.
• Currently only available in the U.S and Canada
• Requires registration 

Caption your calls for free

Gboard is Android's default keyboard which includes a free built-in dictation feature that is easy to use by simply tapping the microphone icon on the keyboard and dictate.

• Allows you to glide type
• Lets you infuse your personality with your favorite gifs, stickers, and emojis 
• Supports different languages
• Includes the Google Translate feature
• Some users report frustration with poor speech recognition and the need to proofread messages before sending them. 
• Can sometimes struggle with accuracy, especially with accents or non-standard English

03. Dragon Anywhere

Dragon Anywhere is a professional-grade speech-to-text app for Android devices. It offers voice commands, custom vocabulary, and formatting options. The app also supports multiple languages.

• 3X faster than typing 
• Highly accurate speech recognition software
• Provides a range of formatting options, including bold, italics, and underlining
• Learns and adapts to a user's speech patterns over time
• Allows Cloud syncing and document sharing (Dropbox, Evernote, and more)
• Requires a paid subscription to access all features
• Can be slow to load at times

04. Speechnotes

Speechnotes is a free speech-to-text app that offers a simple and user-friendly interface. The app allows users to dictate while it saves the text automatically. Speechnotes supports various languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, and more.

• Easy to use
• Accurate speech recognition 
• Follows Google’s privacy policies
• Allows Cloud syncing and document sharing (Google Docs)
• The free version includes ads
• May struggle with accuracy, especially with accents or non-standard English
• Limited advanced features compared to other speech-to-text apps

Ava is a speech-to-text app for people who are deaf or hard of hearing to communicate with others. The app uses AI to provide high accuracy, 24/7 real-time transcription of live audio communication. 

• Can be used in classrooms, business meetings, doctor’s appointments, and more. 
• ADA complaint
• Learns and adapts to your vocabulary 

06. Transcribe - Speech to Text Transcribe

Speech to Text is another popular speech-to-text app for Android devices. Includes real-time transcription, custom vocabulary, and support for multiple languages. The app allows users to edit transcriptions and export them as text files.

• Offers highly accurate real-time transcription
• Provides a range of editing and formatting options
• Supports multiple languages
• Can be resource-intensive, especially on older devices

07. SpeechTexter

SpeechTexter is a free speech-to-text Android app that offers a simple and intuitive interface with the ability to save and share transcriptions.

• Offers a simple and intuitive interface
• Supports a wide range of languages
• Doesn't offer as many advanced features as other speech-to-text apps

08. ListNote

ListNote is a great note-taking app. The app allows you to take notes by speaking and will be saved as text. This app was primarily designed to quickly jot down your ideas and to-do list with minimal hassle, and it's also helpful to carry on the go as a communication tool. 

• Offers a simple solution to in-person communication
• Ideal for personal use
• Text notes you record are searchable, and you can import/export with other text applications.
• Includes password protection
• Free but includes ads

Notta is a speech-to-text app for transcribing audio files and video calls live or post-recording with the help of AI. This transcription software is mostly used in the workplace, the app can transcribe and summarize audio/video recordings, face-to-face meetings, and presentation demos in one space with the ability to organize your transcripts and voice notes in folders. This can be a supportive tool for deaf or hard of hearing individuals to support their integration into office communications. 

• Supports 42 languages
• Add images to a transcript.
• Automatic correction and editing while you speak.
• Multiple playback speeds.
• Offers many export formats, such as docx, srt, txt, pdf, and xlsx. 
• Syncs across multiple devices.
• Connects to Notion
• Doesn't connect to smart home devices.
• Basic plan: $0, Pro: $8.25 per month billed annually

In conclusion, you can find several excellent speech-to-text apps available for Android devices, each with unique features and capabilities. Whether you're looking for a simple and user-friendly app or a professional-grade tool, there's an app out there that will meet your needs. 

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Voice memos & audio recorder.

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Transcribe is your own Personal Assistant for transcribing videos and voice memos into text. Leveraging almost-instant Artificial Intelligence technologies, Transcribe provides quality, readable transcriptions with just a tap of a button. Do you have to listen to your voice memos over and over again to remember what you said? Do you spend a long time writing meeting minutes or reviewing interviews you've recorded? Maybe you're the type of person who prefers to read notes, rather than sit through hours of online courses and lectures? What about if you need to create subtitles for a movie or want to quickly translate a foreign language video? Transcribe does all this and more - converting speech from multiple sources into plain, readable text ready to read, translate and share with others. TOP FEATURES: ● Transcribe any video or voice memo automatically ● Supports 120+ languages and dialects ● Import files from other apps and DropBox ● Export raw text into your favorite text editing app ● And of course… No ads! FREE TRIAL Download Transcribe today and get 15 minutes free transcription. Use it just once to realize how much time can be saved at work, school or university! It’s time to hang up your headphones and take your fingers off the pause button. It’s time to download Transcribe! Questions? Contact us at [email protected] Transcribe PRO features: ● Exporting to TXT, PDF, DOCX, SRT files ● Synchronize unlimited number of files (up to 50 Gb) with our app ● 5 extra hours of transcription for free every month Transcribe PRO is a premium subscription that allows you to use advanced features of the app. By subscribing to Transcribe PRO you make it possible for us to focus on ever-improving the app. Transcribe PRO is available as a monthly or an annual subscription. If you choose to get Transcribe PRO then the payment will be charged to your Apple ID account once you confirm your purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions through the App Store account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to the publication, where applicable. You may find more details in our Terms and Privacy Policy available by the link => https://transcribe.com/terms

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Wish I had found this sooner!

I had already manually transcribed two hours of a three-hour interview, which took me for-ev-er! I was in a time crunch so searched for a transcription service instead - and found this app. WOW! The remaining hour took under five minutes to transcribe and it is soooo accurate! I have to fix names, which I would expect, but it is so much better than doing it yourself! Also, I had an issue with the time package I bought so reached out on a Sunday when Customer Service was not open, to leave an email asking for assistance. I had a response in just a few minutes anyway, with a proposed solution and an offer to have it handled Monday morning. Monday morning came around and it was taken care of first thing. Great product and great Customer Service!

Woks Great!

I am disabled and I’ve been looking for this exact technology for at least two years because I can’t type anymore. A lot of these transcriptions don’t work, but this one does. I’ve probably done 60 hours of transcribing audio memos checks and with with very few exceptions it was Word for Word perfect. And when you didn’t get the word right it was because I was mumbling, or what have you. Plus, I asked them if they could donate some time to me because I have no income, and they were kind enough to gift me some free hours, more than a little bit. Support these guys! Besides, the first 15 minutes free, so you have absolutely nothing to loose.

VERY Disappointed

I was extremely exited to use this app. I loved the fact that you could upload files from multiple sources easily and transcribe it seamlessly. I also liked that I could just purchase time credits on demand without a monthly fee. So I got the app and uploaded my first Voice memo file. I purchased $4.99 credit for 1 hour worth of audio transcribing and went ahead and started the transcription. Everything was sooo easy and intuitive I was over the moon just thinking of the possibilities. It told told me that it would notify me when transcription was completed and sure enough in just a few mins it it was completed. HOWEVER when I go in to see the transcription it was a complete and utter FAILURE! I was expecting few words here and there to be off, naturally. But I mean if this got 10% is a lot. Amazing potential, great UI/UC but horrible transcription. I would truly appreciate it if you would refund me the $4.99 please.

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I’m a freelance writer who uses the Voice Memo app when conducting interviews. It would take me HOURS to transcribe what was recorded. And that wasted my time when I could have been writing the article. Transcribe has now freed up that time.

I am disabled and I’ve been looking for this exact technology for at least two years because I can’t type anymore. A lot of these transcriptions don’t work, but this one does. I’ve probably done 60 hours of transcribing audio memos checks and with with very few exceptions it was Word for Word perfect. And when you didn’t get the word right it was because I was mumbling, or what have you.

This converted my rambling voice memos directly into text for use in a word document. My audio quality was low: I recorded with my iPhone in my lap while driving on the highway so there is lots of background noise. Still, the imperfections in text are all from me stammering. Actually, the app cut out lots of ums and repeated words improving what I said. It still requires editing and correcting - mostly formatting - but really couldnt be improved much at all. This is mature technology. Also, the software interface is top notch, like google or even better.

Time-saver and amazing results! Thanks a lot for this help! I often have to work with texts in German, English, Italian.

Just used this app to transcribe a 24 minute interview (on Apple Voice Memos) with my dad, about our family history. Using this app vs. transcribing it myself has literally saved me hours. The transcription was good enough that all I will need to do is clean up a few minor “misreads”, and I can present a written version of this interview to my dad as a gift for Christmas. Thanks for a great app!

I am very pleased with this app. I use it primarily to transcribe short information videos. I purchase time in one hour increments which is suitable for my needs.

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5 Transcribing Apps: The Best Way to Transcribe Audio Files to Text

When it comes to choosing a transcribing app, quality and accuracy is critical. Whether you’re writing important articles or taking notes for class, you need to be able to trust that the app you’re using will produce a good output.

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The best transcribing apps deliver accurate transcripts, quick turnaround times, and a way for you to easily edit the files you’re given. Many apps say they can do all of this in a convenient way, but which is the best app to transcribe audio to text? We’ll help you decide. Here are some of the best apps for transcribing audio to text (free and paid options).

1. Rev Voice Recorder

Rev offers a free voice and audio recorder that will record and create audio files for transcription directly from your phone. All you need to do is use your phone’s microphone or plug an external mic into your phone and hit record.

The app will then store your files, organize them, and even give you a way to send them directly to Rev for transcription. Once ready, the accurate text file will be delivered to your inbox quickly and effortlessly, whether you choose our AI Transcription services or Human Transcription .

Highlights:

• 99% accuracy rate for Human Transcription
• 90%+ accuracy rate for AI Transcription
• Easy file sharing
• iOS and Android compatible

2. Rev Call Recorder

Similar to the Rev Voice Recorder, Rev’s free Call Recorder app uses innovative speech recognition technology to deliver accurate transcripts quickly. As the name suggests, Rev’s Call Recorder will record phone calls that you can send directly to Rev for high-quality voice-to-text transcriptions. It’s an excellent transcribing app for phone interviews in particular.

• Make unlimited recordings for free
• 99% accurate transcripts
• Easily share across platforms like email, Dropbox, and Evernote

3. Dragon Anywhere

With the same top-level speech recognition as its desktop automatic transcription software, Dragon Anywhere is one of our favorite audio/voice-to-text apps. This subscription-based app offers a range of features and supports French and German audio alongside English, making it ideal for international businesses. It’s also available for iPhone and Android.

• Ability to add custom words for enhanced accuracy
• Easy cloud-based sharing

4. Speechnotes

Speechnotes is a simple dictation app that will turn spoken words into text in real time. With no need to make an account, this app is quick and easy to use – just open up the app and press on the microphone icon to get started.

The app can be found on the Google Play Store and is free to download but does offer a range of premium features which you can purchase after download.

• Android app that uses Google voice recognition tech
• Multiple language options
• Easy to add in punctuation

If you’re looking for a free, automatic transcribing app, Otter is a great option.

Marketing itself as an app that makes taking meeting notes easier, Otter’s automatic recording and transcribing features are ideal for recording lectures, meetings and even Zoom meetings . For maximum flexibility, you can even import existing audio / video files for transcription. It’s available on the Google Play Store and the App Store to download for free. Learn more about Rev vs. Otter with our complete breakdown.

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• AI technology that improves over time

Why Use an App for Transcribing Audio?

Most people are living, working, and learning on the go. With multiple deadlines, creative personal projects, and more to juggle, it’s important to be efficient with your time and energy. Transcribing apps for Androids and iPhones are one of the key ways to ensure flexibility and efficiency in your work.

What You Should Know About Audio Transcribing Apps

Ultimately, the best app for transcribing audio is the one that works with your existing workflow. The three main requirements for a reliable, efficient transcription app are:

• Transcription accuracy
• Affordable pricing
• Reliability

Any of these apps will transcribe your audio to text – we recommend taking some time to try them out and find the best solution for you.

How to Transcribe Audio Files to Text with Rev

Transcribing audio files to text is quick and easy with Rev. Just follow the steps below to get your accurate transcript.

Send Rev Your Audio File

Send us the URL of your media file, or upload the recorded audio file itself to our safe and secure network. You can then choose between Rev’s human audio transcription services ($1.50 per minute, 99% accurate) or AI-powered automatic transcription services ($0.25 cents per minute, 90%+ accuracy).

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Once you’ve uploaded your files, place your order and our professional network of 70,000+ transcriptionists will get to work. To checkout, you’ll need to sign up for a free Rev account if you don’t already have one.

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Once your files have been uploaded, Rev’s powerful generative AI model gets to work – you’ll receive a 90%+ accurate transcription file in under 24 hours, minimizing the effort needed to get to a finalized product.

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You’ll be notified by email when your file is ready, giving you instant access to your transcription. You can also use our world-class Transcript Editor to make final edits to your transcript if needed. You can also download your transcript in a variety of text formats for easy sharing.

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How to use voice to text on Android

Published on February 9, 2024

If you’ve typed up a long text message on your smartphone, you will know that smartphone keyboards can sometimes be finicky. The keyboard may be sluggish, or your fingers might be too large for the small buttons. In any case, voice-to-text on Android can help save you the hassle and time of typing everything manually. Voice-to-text is a feature that allows you to speak what you want to write, and your smartphone will write it for you. Even if you’re a fast texter, saying what you want to write is usually quicker. Here’s how the voice-to-text feature works on Android devices and how to get the most out of it.

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To use voice-to-text on Android, open the keyboard in your chat or text app, and tap the microphone icon . Start speaking, and the phone will type out what you're saying.

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Editor’s note: We formulated these instructions using a Google Pixel 7 running Android 14. Remember that some steps may differ depending on your specific device and software version. 

Voice-to-text will already be enabled on your device. You can make sure your language is downloaded for improved performance, though.

How to download voice-to-text languages:

• Open the Google app.
• Tap on your profile icon .
• Go into Settings .
• Select Voice .
• Hit Offline speech recognition .
• Check your language is downloaded.
• You can go to the All tab to find and download other languages.

Voice-to-text works with many different languages. For languages with accents or more characters in the alphabet, voice-to-text can be easier to use than the keyboard.

You can use voice to text with any app you type in. Here’s how it works:

• Go to any app or website. Tap on a text field to start typing. This will pull up your on-screen keyboard.
• You should see a microphone icon . Tap on it. This will start the voice-to-text feature.
• Start speaking. The feature should type out what you’re saying.

If you want to pause speaking for a little bit, all you have to do is tap the microphone . Tapping it once more will start the voice-to-text feature again.

When you use voice-to-text on Android, it won’t automatically fill in punctuation for you. You need to dictate punctuation whenever you want it in what you’re typing. Here are a few of the most common speech commands for punctuation:

• Period/full stop
• Question mark
• Exclamation point
• New paragraph

For example, take a look at this sentence: The dog stopped barking, but the squirrel was still there. To put this sentence into a text, you would need to say: The dog stopped barking (comma) but the squirrel was still there (period) .

Once you finish speaking, you can tap the microphone to stop recording. If voice-to-text hears the wrong word or you want to change what you said, you have to go back and adjust it manually. You can give a voice command to replace one word with another, but it’s typically easier to manually type the replacement word.

How to improve voice-to-text on Android

Voice-to-text is fantastic, but it’s not always perfect. You can do a few things to improve your experience and make the voice-to-text feature more reliable.

Make sure you speak slowly. If you talk too quickly, there’s a good chance your phone won’t pick up everything you said, and you’ll have to start all over. Also, speak clearly. Enunciate your words more than you usually might, so there’s no mistaking what you’re trying to say.

Lastly, make sure you are in a low-traffic space with minimal noise. For example, if you’re at a concert, voice-to-text won’t work because your smartphone can’t clearly distinguish your voice from your surroundings.

Google announced Assistant voice typing with the Google Pixel 6 series. It’s an improved version of voice-to-text, but it uses Google’s Tensor chipsets to make significant improvements. This makes Assistant voice typing a Pixel-only feature , at least for now.

Google Assistant voice typing can add punctuation without the user requesting it, for example. You can also actively type while voice typing, and make corrections to the already-typed text. The feature is also available on Pixel 7 and Pixel 8 devices, and it’s further improved with the addition of more languages, a 2.5x speed increase, smart emoji suggestions, better proofreading, and more.

Make sure Google Assistant voice typing is active:

• Launch any app you can type in.
• Tap on the text box and let the Gboard keyboard pull up.
• Hit the Settings gear icon.
• Select Voice typing .
• Turn Assistant voice typing on.

How to use Assistant voice typing:

• Open an app you can type in, tap on a text box, and tap on the microphone icon.
• Open an app you can type in, tap on a text box, and say, “Hey Google, type.”
• Start saying what you want to type.
• Delete the last word: “Delete last word.”
• Delete the last sentence:  “Clear.”
• Clear the whole text:  “Clear all.”
• Send the message: “Send.”
• To fill out the following open field in a form: “Next.”
• Add an emoji: Say the emoji’s name, like “Smiley emoji.” On the Pixel 7, you can be more vague, if you don’t know the exact name. Try something like “emoji that’s smiling.”
• You can always say “Stop” to cancel Assistant voice typing.

Any device with Android 7.0 or higher should be able to use all voice-to-text features.

Assistant voice typing is a feature currently reserved for Pixel 6, Pixel 7, or Pixel 8 series phones. It’s also available on the Pixel Fold.

You can think of Assistant voice typing as a smarter version of text-to-speech. It can interpret where punctuation should go and place it for you. It can also make emoji suggestions, send messages, and you can use voice commands to make edits.

Assistant voice typing is still in its infancy, so it only works in a handful of languages. These include English, German, Japanese, French, Italian, and Spanish.

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How This Affordable Smartwatch That Can Make Phone Calls Texts

For those seeking a smartwatch that can handle both calls and texts without breaking the bank, there are several affordable options available that offer a range of features beyond just basic communication. Here’s a detailed look at some of the best budget smartwatches that can make phone calls and send texts.

Key Features to Look For

When choosing an affordable smartwatch that can make calls and send texts, several key features are crucial:

• Display Quality : A clear and bright display is essential for readability, especially under various lighting conditions. AMOLED displays are generally superior to TFT displays due to their better contrast and color accuracy.
• Connectivity : Bluetooth connectivity is a must for making calls and receiving notifications. Ensure the smartwatch supports the latest Bluetooth version for better range and battery efficiency.
• Health and Fitness Tracking : Many budget smartwatches come with robust health and fitness features, including heart rate monitoring, GPS, and sleep tracking. These features enhance the overall value of the smartwatch.
• Battery Life : A long battery life is vital to ensure the smartwatch remains functional throughout the day. Look for smartwatches that offer at least 10 days of battery life on a single charge.
• Compatibility : Ensure the smartwatch is compatible with your smartphone operating system, whether it's Android or iOS.

Recommended Budget Smartwatches

Amazfit active.

The Amazfit Active is a standout in the budget smartwatch category. It features a 1.75″ AMOLED display, which is bright and clear, making it easy to read even in sunlight. This smartwatch supports Bluetooth calling, allowing you to make and receive calls directly from your wrist. It also includes features like heart rate tracking, GPS, and sleep monitoring. The Amazfit Active offers a 14-day battery life and supports Alexa for voice commands. Although the OS is basic, the overall experience is enhanced by the detailed sleep tracking and health analysis provided by the Zepp Health app.

Amazfit Bip 5

For an even more budget-friendly option, the Amazfit Bip 5 is a strong contender. Priced at around $80, it offers a 10-day battery life, 24/7 heart rate tracking, and over 120 sports modes with GPS. The Bip 5 also includes Alexa support, allowing for voice commands. While the display is not AMOLED, it is still functional and provides good sleep and basic health data. The main drawback is the chunky and plasticky build, but if design is not a priority, the Bip 5 offers excellent value for its price.

Deeprio Smart Watch

The Deeprio Smart Watch is another affordable option that supports Bluetooth calling and quick text replies. It features a 1.83″ TFT LCD display with high brightness, making it readable in various lighting conditions. This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor, blood oxygen monitor, and sleep tracking. It also supports multiple sports modes and has a waterproof design. The Deeprio Smart Watch is compatible with both Android and iOS devices, making it a versatile choice.

Making Calls and Sending Texts

Bluetooth calling.

Most budget smartwatches that support calls do so via Bluetooth connection to your smartphone. This means you can make and receive calls directly from your wrist, but the watch must be connected to your phone for this functionality to work. The Amazfit Active and Deeprio Smart Watch both offer seamless Bluetooth calling experiences.

Text Notifications and Replies

For text notifications, these smartwatches typically mirror notifications from your phone. On Android devices, some smartwatches offer the option to respond with quick replies. For more advanced text functionality, such as full replies, you might need to consider a Wear OS watch like the Samsung Galaxy Watch or Google Pixel Watch, which offer more comprehensive text handling capabilities.

Additional Considerations

App support and voice control.

While budget smartwatches may not offer the same level of app support as more premium models, they often include essential apps for fitness tracking, notifications, and voice commands. The Amazfit Active, for example, supports Alexa, while the Deeprio Smart Watch includes a voice assistant for various tasks.

Build Quality and Comfort

The build quality and comfort of the smartwatch are also important. While the Amazfit Bip 5 has a plasticky build, the Amazfit Active is sleek and lightweight. The Deeprio Smart Watch offers a more premium feel with its waterproof design and customizable watch faces.

Compatibility and Operating System

Ensure the smartwatch you choose is compatible with your smartphone's operating system. Most budget smartwatches support both Android and iOS, but some may have better integration with one over the other. For Android users, Wear OS watches like the Samsung Galaxy Watch offer seamless integration with Google services.

By considering these factors and options, you can find an affordable smartwatch that not only makes calls and sends texts but also provides a robust set of health and fitness features, making it a valuable addition to your daily routine.

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