Tool Information
MacWhisper is a transcription tool developed with OpenAI's Whisper technology, allowing users to efficiently transcribe audio files into text. Particularly suitable for recording and transcribing meetings and lectures, it ensures high-quality transcription right on your device without having to transfer data off your machine, making it appropriate for sensitive audio content. An intuitive feature of MacWhisper is the drag and drop functionality. Users can easily transcribe audio files by dragging and dropping them and also record directly from their microphone or any other input device. MacWhisper supports the transcription of multiple formats including mp3, wav, m4a, ogg, and others. The tool ensures data accuracy with audio playback and synchronized transcripts. It is capable of translating and transcribing in over 100 different languages and enables users to edit, delete, or ignore certain segments from the transcript. The app also allows users to save their transcripts, bundled with the original audio, in .whisper file format for convenient sharing. MacWhisper also offers an advanced Pro version for batch transcriptions and support for WhisperKit and Distilled models. It integrates with ChatGPT and Anthropic Claude with user's API key, ensuring a versatile transcription experience. Furthermore, the Pro version allows for transcription of system audio, adding speakers manually for cleaner exports and the translation of transcripts through Whisper or DeepL API Key. The fluency of MacWhisper extends to support for various transcription qualities and an ability to adjust whisper settings for personalized usage. In spite of the wide range of features, MacWhisper remains user-friendly with its consolidated utility nature and priority support.
F.A.Q (20)
MacWhisper is a state-of-the-art transcription technology developed by OpenAI. It is designed to transcribe audio files into text quickly and easily. It supports a range of audio file formats and can transcribe in over 100 languages. MacWhisper is intended for use on Mac computers.
MacWhisper works by transforming audio content into written text. Users just need to drag and drop their audio files into the MacWhisper interface, and the program will transcribe the audio into text. The transcription process occurs on the user's device, ensuring data privacy.
MacWhisper supports transcriptions in over 100 languages, including English, Chinese, German, Spanish, Russian, Korean, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Turkish, Polish, Catalan, and many more.
MacWhisper supports several audio and video file formats, including MP3, WAV, M4A, and MP4 videos.
MacWhisper and MacWhisper Pro differ mainly in the transcription model they use. The regular version of MacWhisper uses the Tiny (English only) and Base (100 languages) models, which are very accurate and fast. MacWhisper Pro, on the other hand, includes the Large model, offering industry-leading accuracy. However, the Large model takes a bit longer to generate transcriptions.
The accuracy of transcriptions in MacWhisper can be improved by selecting the specific language you want it to transcribe in. This optimization allows the AI to better understand and process the audio content.
Yes, MacWhisper can transcribe videos. The software supports MP4 video format for transcription.
The Reader Mode in MacWhisper is a feature that enables users to edit and delete segments from the transcript. This tool also allows users to highlight and search for specific words within the transcript.
MacWhisper offers several advanced features, which include combining segments into sentences, exporting transcriptions as CSV files, Monterey support, translating transcriptions, auto-updating the software, and the ability to transcribe podcasts. Users also have the option to add their own models for transcription.
To add your own models to MacWhisper, you would need to have access to the Pro version of the software. While the software promises this feature, specific details on the process of adding your own models aren't provided on their website.
Yes, MacWhisper can transcribe podcasts. This is achieved by combining single-track audio for each host. However, this feature is only available in the Pro version.
The 'Large model' in MacWhisper Pro is a more in-depth and comprehensive transcription model that offers industry-leading accuracy in transcriptions. However, it takes longer to generate transcriptions compared to the Base and Tiny models.
The Tiny and Base models in MacWhisper are different levels of transcription intensity. The Tiny model is for English language only, while the Base model supports over 100 languages. Both models offer swift and accurate transcriptions.
MacWhisper is available for free, or users can pay a small fee to get the Pro version. The Pro version costs a minimum of €8 due to a file size limit for free apps on Gumroad. Users can pay more than €8 if they wish.
With MacWhisper, the transcription process is simple and user-friendly. Users just need to drag and drop their audio files into the MacWhisper interface. The software will then transcribe the audio into text on the user's device in seconds.
MacWhisper produces text transcriptions in seconds, with a speed that is on average ~15x the length of the real-time audio.
There is a file size limit for MacWhisper on Gumroad because the platform has a 250MB file size limit for apps that are listed for free. As a result, the price for MacWhisper Pro is set at a minimum of €8, which allows the Large model to be included.
The 'Combine Segments into Sentences' feature in MacWhisper is a planned function that will allow users to merge segments from the transcription into more coherent sentences, enhancing the readability and understanding of the transcribed text.
MacWhisper does all transcription on your device, implying that no data leaves your machine during the process. Therefore, it doesn't necessarily require an internet connection to work.
MacWhisper allows users to export their transcriptions as .srt, .vtt subtitles, or CSV files. This offers flexibility in how users may want to utilize their transcripts.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Designed for Mac computers
- Drag and drop usability
- Transcribes variety of formats
- Supports over 100 languages
- Includes Reader Mode
- Advanced editor capabilities
- Search and highlight words
- Offers Large transcription model
- Variety of model options
- Language selection for accuracy
- Support for combining segments
- CSV export capability
- Monterey Support
- Translation of transcriptions
- Auto Updater feature
- Adds custom models
- Transcribes podcasts
- Free or paid versions
- Fast transcription time
- Exports .srt & .vtt subtitles
- Syncs audio playback to transcripts
- Copy entire or parts of transcript
- Supports Tiny
- Base and Large models
- Auto detect language feature
Cons
- Only works on MacOS
- Extra cost for Pro version
- Large model takes longer
- No support for mobile devices
- Large files require paid version
- Advanced features coming soon
- Javascript required
- Limited to certain audio formats
- Multiple language support is slower
- English-only on Tiny model
Reviews
You must be logged in to submit a review.
No reviews yet. Be the first to review!
Similar Tools
Craft ads that click, convert, and almost cuddle.
TBD
Free + from $16/yr
Enabling analysis of construction and code regulations.
TBD
Free + from $39/mo
