All this processing takes time and resources, so free options are scarce.
Google Recorder
The Google Recorder app forAndroidis completely free to use.
You even get an AI-generated summary of the transcript.
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Whisper
OpenAI lets anyone use its Whisper AI audio-to-text engine for free.
After a few minutes of processing, the text appears on the other side of the window.
you’re able to even have AI translate the audio into different languages.
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Its not the most straightforward process, but if youre up for the challenge, there arecomprehensive instructions here.
Otter
Otteris a professional-level transcription service for businesses and individuals.
Happy Scribe
Happy Scribeis similar to Otter in that it can cater to large companies as well as individuals.
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If you find the service useful, pricing starts at $17 a month.
Another nice feature is you’re able to pay for human-powered transcription, too, if you wish.
This transcription service can handle almost everything you want to throw in its direction.
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Its not difficult to get started with MeetGeek free of charge.
The free plan includes features such as uploads and AI meeting summaries.
News from the future, delivered to your present.
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