Private dictation for Mac that runs entirely on your device
A Mac break reminder for developers that follows your coding sessions and guides short breaks
Stage
Not given
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Founded
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Based in
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Pricing model
Paid
Paid
Pricing
$19.99 once, works on 2 Macs, free updates forever, 30-day money-back guarantee
US$14.99 one-time purchase for all current features, including Pip, guided breaks, Focus Blocks, progress tracking, and themes. Available on Mac App Store with local pricing.
Key features
Press Option+Space to dictate
Transcription on your Mac with no server
Works with any application and text field
Automatic punctuation and capitalization
Multiple language support with auto-detection
Last 10 transcriptions saved in menu bar
Customizable hotkey with five presets
No word count or usage limits
3 MB native Swift app
Free updates forever
Idle detection that pauses and resumes sessions
Pip desk companion that mirrors session state and joins breaks
Quiet Hours to prevent reminders during specific times
Progress tracking showing breaks taken, reminder responses, and session history
Optional weather context that shows outdoor nudges based on weather and daylight
What makes it different
Runs entirely on your Mac with no server or cloud connection required
One-time $19.99 purchase instead of monthly subscription
Works offline and keeps working without internet connection
Handles technical vocabulary and punctuation better than built-in macOS dictation
Transcribes directly into any app at your cursor location
Session-based automatic reminders that follow time in your actual coding apps rather than requiring manual timer start
Pip desk companion that visually shows session state and joins breaks with you without disrupting your code
One-time purchase with all features included, no subscription or in-app purchases
Code is not monitored; detection uses only foreground app identity, idle state, and timing
Dictano
VibePause