Dictanote

Dictanote is a cloud-based notes application that combines a word-processor-style editor with built-in speech recognition. Users can create notes, organize them into notebooks, and dictate text in more than 50 languages.

The service synchronizes notes across supported devices. Dictation depends on browser speech-to-text capabilities and requires an internet connection, while users can access and edit saved notes offline.

Core features include real-time voice typing, multilingual speech recognition, punctuation commands, keyboard shortcuts, automatic saving, notebook organization, and cloud synchronization.

Dictanote Pro adds background dictation, custom voice commands, voice-based editing, images in notes, and unlimited notebooks. AudioScribe adds AI-assisted transcription, rewriting, summarization, style selection, audio uploads, speaker detection, and exports to PDF, TXT, and SRT.

AudioScribe also provides a documented REST API for retrieving audio notes. Its webhook feature can send newly created audio-note data to external services through Zapier or a manually configured endpoint.

Dictanote offers a free plan with unlimited notes, basic voice commands, and dictation in more than 50 languages. The official pricing page displays Pro at $5 per month when billed annually, with an annual total of $60. The page also shows an $8 monthly reference price.

AudioScribe provides 10 complimentary voice notes for evaluation. Dictanote Transcribe is priced separately at $0.10 per minute, with no subscription requirement and exports in PDF, TXT, and SRT formats.

Pros:

• Free plan includes unlimited notes and multilingual dictation.
• Supports notebooks, automatic saving, cloud synchronization, and offline note editing.
• Pro includes custom voice commands and background dictation.
• AudioScribe adds AI rewriting, summarization, speaker detection, and audio uploads.
• AudioScribe offers API access, Zapier support, and webhook delivery.

Cons:

• Dictation requires an internet connection and supported browser speech services.
• iPhone support is limited to editing, without voice dictation support.
• Some advanced features require the Pro plan or separate AudioScribe access.
• The public third-party review sample remains small.

Otter.ai is a strong alternative for meeting transcription, live collaboration, and conversation-focused notes. Notta provides multilingual transcription and meeting workflows across audio and video sources.

Microsoft OneNote offers broader general-purpose notebook features and Microsoft 365 integration. Google Keep suits lightweight notes and reminders, while Dragon Professional is a more traditional desktop dictation option.

Does Dictanote have a free plan?

Yes. The free plan includes unlimited notes, basic voice commands, and dictation in more than 50 languages.

What platforms support Dictanote?

Dictanote works on Windows, Linux, and Mac through Chrome or Edge. It also supports Mac Safari 26+, Android Chrome, and iPhone Safari for editing. Dictation is not supported on iPhone.

Does Dictanote offer a free trial?

The service offers free account access through its Free plan. AudioScribe separately provides 10 free voice notes for testing.

Does Dictanote have an API?

AudioScribe has a documented authenticated API for listing and retrieving audio notes. It also supports webhook delivery, currently described as a beta feature.

What integrations does Dictanote support?

AudioScribe supports Zapier and manually configured webhooks. Dictanote itself uses browser speech-to-text capabilities rather than a broad native integration marketplace.

Can Dictanote transcribe uploaded audio?

Yes. Dictanote Transcribe accepts prerecorded audio and provides speaker detection, timestamped transcripts, and PDF, TXT, and SRT exports.