# OpenSuperWhisper

A free, open-source macOS dictation app using Whisper or Parakeet, with global shortcuts and mouse-button triggers.

- **Category:** [Creator Tools](https://notchlist.vercel.app/category/creator-tools/)
- **Price:** Free
- **Open source:** yes
- **Official site:** https://github.com/starmel/OpenSuperWhisper
- **Available via:** GitHub, Homebrew
- **Requirements:** macOS, Apple Silicon/ARM64 only (no Intel support at verification time)
- **Maker:** Starmel

## Kitsmith's take

The free, open-source alternative in a category otherwise dominated by paid tools — MIT licensed, installable via Homebrew, with hold-to-record on a key or even a mouse button.

## Features

- **Two transcription engines:** Choose Whisper or Parakeet, with models downloaded directly in the app.
- **Global shortcuts and mouse triggers:** Bind a key combination, a single modifier key, or a mouse button (including thumb buttons) to start/stop recording.
- **Hold-to-record:** Hold the shortcut, modifier key, or mouse button to record; release to stop.
- **Drag-and-drop files:** Queue audio files for transcription by dropping them onto the app.
- **Microphone selection:** Switch between built-in, external, Bluetooth, and iPhone (Continuity) mics from the menu bar.

## FAQ

**Is OpenSuperWhisper really free?**

Yes — free and open source under the MIT license.

**Does it work on Intel Macs?**

Not at verification time — the project currently targets Apple Silicon (ARM64) only; Intel support is an open request in the repo.


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Hand-verified listing on Kitsmith: https://notchlist.vercel.app/apps/opensuperwhisper/