100% local transcription
No cloud dependency for core speech-to-text. Your audio stays on-device.
Split Labs • Dictx
Transcription you can trust in real work.
Transcribe locally, keep control of your data, and ship faster with a desktop app designed for daily use.
- No cloud lock-in
- Runs on your machine
- Signed Pro builds
First 100 installs unlock Dictx Pro for free automatically in-app.
Open source (GPL) • 17 locales • macOS / Windows / Linux
Built for daily flow
Hotkeys, quick model switching, and output controls that fit real writing sessions.
Obsidian-ready output
Export notes with metadata and keep your knowledge workflow tidy.
Free or Pro
Free stays powerful for daily use. Pro removes setup friction and keeps your app maintained automatically.
Free
$0
- GPL source code
- Build from source
- All core dictation features
- Local history with retention controls
- Community support
Pro
$29 one-time
Early access: first 100 installs get Pro free
- Signed desktop binaries
- In-app auto-updater
- Faster install for non-technical users
- Professional checkout
- Priority support contact
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Local transcription pipeline | Included | Included |
| History + retention controls | Included | Included |
| Model downloads and management | Included | Included |
| Signed installers | No | Yes |
| In-app auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Checkout + receipt workflow | No | Yes |
| Support level | Community | Priority email |
FAQ
Is Dictx still open source?
Yes. Dictx remains GPL-licensed and free to build from source.
What does Pro actually add?
Pro is the convenience layer: signed installers, in-app updates, and priority support. Free still includes the full local dictation workflow.
How does the first-100 free Pro claim work?
The app claims it automatically on first activation. If your install lands in the first 100, Pro is enabled instantly at no cost.
How do I activate Pro inside the app?
Open Settings, go to About, and enter your Pro license key
(lk_...). Legacy checkout keys
(polar_cl_...) still work for migration.
Where does /buy go?
`/buy` redirects to the hosted checkout target configured in `landing/vercel.json`.
Where does the DMG download come from?
`/api/download/macos` resolves the latest GitHub release and
redirects to the newest macOS .dmg asset.
Keep Free if you like building from source. Upgrade when you want signed installers and one-click updates.