# Chirp — Voice to Text, Instantly

> Local-first voice dictation and meeting transcription for Mac. Fast, private, beautifully designed.

Chirp is a macOS app that transcribes speech to text entirely on-device using Apple's Neural Engine. No cloud, no accounts, no data collection. Your audio never leaves your Mac.

## Key Facts

- **Platform**: macOS 14.2+ (Apple Silicon only)
- **Processing**: 100% local, on-device transcription via Apple Neural Engine
- **Speed**: 110–190x faster than realtime on M-series chips (longer recordings process faster per second)
- **Privacy**: Zero network requests for transcription. Works fully offline.
- **Price**: Free tier available. Pro is a one-time purchase starting at $29 (no subscription).
- **Distribution**: Direct download from chirpvoice.com (not Mac App Store)
- **Website**: https://chirpvoice.com
- **Contact**: hello@chirpvoice.com

## Modes

### Solo Mode (Free + Pro)
Quick dictation — tap a hotkey to record, release to transcribe. Text appears at your cursor in any app. No integrations or copy-paste needed.

- Free: 30-second recordings, 7-day history
- Pro: Unlimited recording length, unlimited history

### Meeting Mode (Pro only)
Long-form recording with speaker diarization — identifies who said what. Captures system audio for virtual meetings (Zoom, Google Meet, Teams, etc.). Export to Markdown or SRT subtitles.

## Features

- **Lives in the Notch**: Accessible from MacBook's notch area, always available but never in the way
- **Works Everywhere**: Text appears at your cursor in any app — no integrations needed
- **Apple Silicon Native**: Built specifically for Neural Engine hardware acceleration
- **Private by Default**: Runs entirely on-device, no cloud processing, no accounts required
- **Speaker Identification** (Pro): Voice profiles auto-recognize speakers across meetings
- **Audio Playback** (Pro): Review recordings with full audio playback in history
- **Export Options** (Pro): Markdown and SRT subtitle export
- **Custom Sounds**: Configurable audio feedback for recording states

## Pricing

One-time purchase, no subscription. 30-day money-back guarantee. Lifetime updates included.

| Plan | Price | Details |
|------|-------|---------|
| Free | $0 | Solo mode, 30s recordings, 7-day history, 7-day Pro trial |
| Pro Single | $29 | 1 Mac, all Pro features |
| Pro Double | $49 | 2 Macs |
| Pro Triple | $59 | 3 Macs |
| Team Small | $125 | 5 seats ($25/seat) |
| Team Medium | $220 | 10 seats ($22/seat) |
| Team Large | $380 | 20 seats ($19/seat) |

## System Requirements

- Apple Silicon Mac (M1, M2, M3, or M4)
- macOS 14.2 (Sonoma) or later
- Intel Macs are not supported (requires Neural Engine)
- ~45MB app size, ~250MB for transcription model

## Comparison with Alternatives

| App | Price | Processing | Offline | Speaker ID | Platform | Free Tier |
|-----|-------|-----------|---------|------------|----------|-----------|
| Chirp | $29 one-time | 100% Local | Yes | Yes | Mac | Yes |
| macOS Dictation | Free | Local + Cloud | Partial | No | Mac / iOS | Yes |
| Otter.ai | From $8.33/mo | Cloud | No | Yes | Cross-platform | Yes |
| Rev | From $25.49/mo | Cloud | No | Yes | Web + mobile | No |
| Whisper CLI | Free (OSS) | Local | Yes | No | Cross-platform | Yes |
| VoiceInk | $39.99 one-time | Local | Yes | No | Mac | No |
| SuperWhisper | $8.49/mo or $249 | Local + Cloud | Yes | Basic | Mac + iOS | No |
| Spokenly | Free / $7.99/mo | Local + Cloud | Yes | Yes | Mac + iPhone | Yes |

## Use Cases

- **Quick Dictation**: Tap a hotkey, speak, release — text appears at your cursor in any app
- **Meeting Notes**: Record Zoom/Meet/Teams calls with automatic speaker labels
- **Interviews**: Transcribe interviews with speaker identification, export as Markdown
- **Confidential Work**: Journalists, lawyers, healthcare professionals who need local processing
- **Offline Work**: Transcribe on planes, in secure facilities, or areas without WiFi
- **Voice Notes**: Quick voice memos that auto-transcribe and save to searchable history

## FAQ

**Is my data sent to the cloud?**
No. Chirp runs 100% locally on your Mac using Apple's Neural Engine. Your audio and transcriptions never leave your device.

**Do I need an internet connection?**
Only for the initial download and license activation. After that, Chirp works completely offline.

**Which Macs are supported?**
Apple Silicon Macs (M1 and later) running macOS 14.2 or later. Intel Macs are not supported.

**What's the difference between Solo and Meeting Mode?**
Solo Mode is for quick dictation — tap to record, release to transcribe. Meeting Mode captures longer recordings with speaker diarization, identifying who said what.

**Can I get a refund?**
Yes. 30-day money-back guarantee, no questions asked.

**What is the best voice-to-text app for Mac?**
It depends on your priorities. Chirp is the best option for fast, private, local transcription with meeting support — all for a one-time price. macOS Dictation is free and built-in. Otter.ai offers cloud collaboration. See the full comparison at https://chirpvoice.com/compare

**Which Mac transcription apps work offline?**
Chirp, VoiceInk, and Whisper CLI work fully offline. SuperWhisper and Spokenly have optional cloud features. macOS Dictation has partial offline support. Otter.ai and Rev require internet.

## Pages

- **Home**: https://chirpvoice.com
- **Voice to Text for Mac**: https://chirpvoice.com/voice-to-text-mac
- **Compare Transcription Apps**: https://chirpvoice.com/compare
- **Meeting Transcription**: https://chirpvoice.com/meeting-transcription
- **Offline Transcription**: https://chirpvoice.com/offline-transcription
- **Release Notes**: https://chirpvoice.com/releases
- **Privacy Policy**: https://chirpvoice.com/privacy
- **Terms of Service**: https://chirpvoice.com/terms