# SuperWhisper

Published January 1, 2026 · Updated August 10, 2026

AI-powered dictation with LLM reformatting

Category: System Utilities · Free · Replaces Dragon Dictate for Mac ($699) · [Official website](https://superwhisper.com)

## Install with Homebrew

`brew install --cask superwhisper`

## Quick take

Superwhisper remains a top dictation-first voice tool in August 2026: polished Mac/Windows/iOS apps, strong offline ASR on Apple Silicon, and Pro modes that rewrite with modern cloud LLMs. At $8.49/mo or $249.99 lifetime it sits at the high end of the category, so buy for daily dictation, not occasional file transcripts (use MacWhisper there). Harden privacy defaults before enterprise or sensitive use.

Best for: Developers voice-driving Cursor or Claude Code, Knowledge workers living in Slack, Mail, and Docs, Privacy-conscious users who want offline Whisper on Apple Silicon, People willing to pay for modes and multi-device licenses

## What is SuperWhisper?

Superwhisper (also styled SuperWhisper) is an AI voice-to-text app for macOS, Windows, and iOS that turns speech into polished text inside any application. Hold a shortcut (commonly ⌥+Space on Mac), speak, and the transcript is cleaned and auto-pasted into Slack, Cursor, Gmail, Notes, or whatever app is focused. As of August 2026 Superwhisper remains actively developed and commercially healthy. The product spans offline Whisper-class models (Tiny through Large V3 Turbo, plus Parakeet V2/V3 on Pro) and optional cloud language models for rewrite modes. Homepage model pickers surface GPT-5, Claude Haiku 4.5, Llama 4, Grok 4.1, Gemini 3.0 Flash, and others, typically via bring-your-own API keys on Pro. A free tier keeps everyday dictation with small local models; Pro unlocks unlimited cloud and larger local models, file transcription, translation, and full custom modes. Pricing is public on the homepage: Free at $0; Pro at $8.49/month, $84.99/year (marketed as two months free on yearly), or $249.99 lifetime; Enterprise is custom (SOC 2 Type II, centralized billing, model access control). Pro features get a 15-minute recording trial; after that free-tier features remain available forever. One Pro license activates on unlimited personal devices across Mac, Windows, and iOS, with a 30-day refund. The product's identity is dictation-first rather than file-transcription-first. MacWhisper, Whisper Notes, Spokenly, Wispr Flow, and Aqua Voice compete in adjacent lanes. MacWhisper undercuts on one-time file transcription, while Superwhisper wins for always-on per-app modes and agentic coding workflows (Cursor, Claude Code, Codex). Offline quality is strongest on Apple Silicon; Intel Macs are steered toward cloud models. Privacy defaults deserve a careful look (audio retention settings, API keys), which 2026 reviews repeatedly call out. Bottom line: if you live in chat and code editors and want voice as a primary input with offline fallback, Superwhisper is still a category leader, priced at the premium end of local dictation.

## Features

- **System-Wide Dictation.** A global shortcut starts voice capture from any app. Transcripts auto-paste into the focused field so you stay inside Slack, Cursor, Notion, or Mail. Push-to-talk (hold, speak, release) joined the 2026 feature set for shorter utterances with tighter control.
- **Offline Whisper & Parakeet Models.** Free tiers use small local Whisper models; Pro unlocks the full local lineup including Whisper Large V3 Turbo and Parakeet V2/V3 for higher accuracy without sending audio to the cloud. Offline transcription works without Wi-Fi, which helps on flights and locked-down networks. Apple Silicon runs local models much better than Intel Macs.
- **Custom Modes & Cloud LLMs.** Modes reshape tone and structure (message, email, formal, casual, legal, coding). Pro modes can route post-processing through BYOK cloud models such as GPT-5, Claude Haiku 4.5, Llama 4, Grok 4.1, and Gemini 3.0 Flash. Super Mode adapts to on-screen context for smarter rewrites.
- **Vocabulary & Multilingual Support.** Custom vocabulary remembers names, product terms, and jargon. Superwhisper supports 100+ languages and dialects, with Pro translation into English for multilingual teams.
- **Meeting Recording & File Transcription.** Record meetings for automatic notes, or upload audio/video files for batch transcription on Pro when dictation and archival transcripts should live in one tool.
- **Agentic Coding Integration.** 2026 marketing emphasizes voice-driving Cursor, Claude Code, OpenCode, Amp, Codex, and similar agents: speak the change request instead of typing a long prompt. Developers often cite this as the highest-ROI use case next to Slack dictation.
- **Cross-Platform License.** Pro and Lifetime cover macOS, Windows, and iOS with unlimited personal device activations. Settings and modes travel with your account so the same voice workflow works on desktop and phone.

## How to Install SuperWhisper on Mac

Superwhisper requires an Apple Silicon Mac (M1 or later) for the best local-model experience and installs via Homebrew or direct download.

1. **Install via Homebrew.** Run `brew install --cask superwhisper`. The app installs to your Applications folder.
2. **Grant Microphone Permission.** On first launch, macOS will request microphone access. Grant it in System Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone.
3. **Download a Whisper Model.** SuperWhisper will prompt you to download a Whisper model. Start with 'small' for a good balance of speed and accuracy. You can download additional models later. Model sizes range from 39MB (tiny) to 3.1GB (large-v3).
4. **Set Global Hotkey.** Set your transcription hotkey in preferences. Defaults vary; pick a combination you do not already use (Fn, right Option, or a function key).

## Pros

- Excellent dictation-first UX with auto-paste into any app
- Strong offline Whisper/Parakeet path on Apple Silicon
- Flexible Pro pricing including a true lifetime option
- Modes + BYOK cloud LLMs for polished rewrites beyond raw ASR
- Cross-platform Mac, Windows, and iOS with unlimited personal devices
- Popular for voice-driving coding agents (Cursor, Claude Code)

## Cons

- Premium pricing versus one-time tools like MacWhisper or Whisper Notes
- Local models are weak on Intel Macs, cloud recommended
- Privacy defaults (audio retention, plaintext API keys) need manual hardening
- Setup and Input Monitoring permissions can intimidate non-technical users

## Background: Local speech recognition on Apple Silicon

How Whisper-class models run on Mac hardware, and what that means for privacy-first voice input.

## FAQ

### How much does Superwhisper cost in 2026?

Free forever for small local models after a 15-minute Pro trial. Pro is $8.49/month, $84.99/year, or $249.99 lifetime. Enterprise is custom. Students get 40% off Pro, and all paid plans include a 30-day refund.

### Does Superwhisper work fully offline?

Yes for speech recognition with local Whisper/Parakeet models. Cloud LLM rewrite modes require network access and (on Pro) your API keys. Offline quality is best on Apple Silicon.

### Which AI models does Superwhisper use?

Local speech models include Whisper variants through Large V3 Turbo and Parakeet V2/V3. Rewrite modes can call cloud models such as GPT-5, Claude Haiku 4.5, Llama 4, Grok 4.1, and Gemini 3.0 Flash via BYOK on Pro.

### Is there a Windows or iOS app?

Yes. Superwhisper ships for macOS plus Windows and iOS. A single Pro or Lifetime license activates on unlimited personal devices across those platforms.

### How does Superwhisper compare to MacWhisper?

MacWhisper is cheaper for batch file transcription. Superwhisper is stronger for live dictation into any app, custom modes, and voice-driven coding agents.

### Can I use Superwhisper with Cursor or Claude Code?

Yes. Dictation works in any text field, and the product markets agentic workflows where you speak prompts into Cursor, Claude Code, OpenCode, Amp, or Codex instead of typing.

### Does it support Apple Silicon and macOS Tahoe?

Yes on modern macOS including Apple Silicon. Local models perform best on M-series chips; Intel Macs should prefer cloud models.

## Sources

- [Superwhisper official site](https://superwhisper.com/)
- [Superwhisper Review 2026, Spokenly](https://spokenly.app/blog/superwhisper-review)
- [MacWhisper vs Superwhisper 2026](https://weesperneonflow.ai/en/blog/2026-07-28-macwhisper-vs-superwhisper-offline-mac-2026/)
- [Superwhisper Alternative, Whisper Notes](https://whispernotes.app/superwhisper-alternative)
- [SuperWhisper Review (2026), tl;dv](https://tldv.io/blog/superwhisper-review/)
- [MacWhisper vs Superwhisper comparison](https://www.getvoibe.com/resources/macwhisper-vs-superwhisper/)
- [Superwhisper documentation](https://superwhisper.com/docs)

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