AI Speech-to-Text

Klar

Klar turns speech into polished, ready-to-send text by removing fillers and fixing punctuation while preserving your tone.

What is Klar?

Klar is an AI-powered dictation tool that listens to natural speech and instantly converts it into clean, well-punctuated text. It works as a keyboard on iPhone and push-to-talk shortcut on Mac, integrating with any app.

Klar vs Similar AI Tools

Pricing ModelFree, Freemium, Free TrialFreeFreeFree
Free Credits
Key Features
  • Smart AI cleanup removing ums, fillers, and false starts
  • 50+ language support with automatic detection
  • Custom dictionary for names and jargon (Pro)
  • On-device transcription via Apple's Speech framework, no network calls
  • Global, fully rebindable keyboard shortcut (default ⌘⇧D)
  • Live waveform and partial transcript while speaking
  • On-device dictation with SpeechAnalyzer
  • Smart Cleanup to remove filler words
  • Personal Dictionary for custom terms
  • Auto-edits filler words and grammar
  • Works in any Windows app
  • Three modes: Basic, Smart, Command
Pros
  • Automatically removes fillers and fixes punctuation
  • Works across all apps without switching windows
  • 100% on-device, ensuring privacy
  • Small app size (4 MB) and low memory usage (~60 MB)
  • On-device processing ensures privacy
  • No API key or cloud subscription needed
  • Completely free
  • No account needed
Cons
  • Free plan limited to 1000 words per week
  • May occasionally mishear uncommon names
  • Requires macOS 26 (Tahoe) and Apple Silicon
  • Intel Macs not supported (older versions available but send audio to Apple)
  • Requires macOS 26 and Apple Silicon
  • Limited to Apple's on-device models
  • Only available on Windows
  • Requires hotkey activation
Best For
  • Busy professionals who write emails or messages frequently
  • Non-native speakers wanting polished text in multiple languages
  • macOS users seeking a private, offline dictation tool
  • Developers and power users who want to dictate code or commands
  • Mac users who want private dictation
  • Professionals writing emails and documents
  • Writers
  • Developers

How to use Klar?

  1. 1Set up Klar as a keyboard on iPhone or install the Mac app.
  2. 2To use, tap the mic on your iPhone keyboard or hold a designated key on your Mac.
  3. 3Speak naturally (fillers and pauses are fine).
  4. 4Release the key or tap to see the polished text appear in your current text field.

Klar Key Features

  • Smart AI cleanup removing ums, fillers, and false starts
  • 50+ language support with automatic detection
  • Custom dictionary for names and jargon (Pro)
  • Styles and tones to adjust writing style (Pro)
  • Voice snippets to expand short phrases (Pro)
  • One-tap translation into another language (Pro)
  • Push-to-talk on Mac and keyboard on iPhone

Klar Use Cases

  • Replying to emails without typing
  • Writing messages and notes hands-free
  • Drafting Slack updates or team messages
  • Taking meeting notes or journaling
  • Composing longer documents quickly

Klar Pricing & Free Credits

Klar currently operates on a Free, Freemium, Free Trial model.

Free TierFree Credits

Free

$0

1000 words of dictation per week, basic AI cleanup, 50+ languages, one platform (iPhone or Mac).

Paid Plans

Pro

$9.99/month or $119.99/year

Unlimited dictation, advanced AI cleanup, styles & tones, custom dictionary, voice snippets, one-tap translation, iPhone and Mac together. Includes 3-day free trial.

Free

$0

1000 words of dictation per week, basic AI cleanup, 50+ languages, one platform (iPhone or Mac).

Pro

$9.99/month or $119.99/year

Unlimited dictation, advanced AI cleanup, styles & tones, custom dictionary, voice snippets, one-tap translation, iPhone and Mac together. Includes 3-day free trial.

Klar Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Automatically removes fillers and fixes punctuation
  • Works across all apps without switching windows
  • Learns custom names and specialized vocabulary
  • Supports over 50 languages and translation

Cons

  • Free plan limited to 1000 words per week
  • May occasionally mishear uncommon names
  • Requires internet connection (no offline mode)
  • Mac push-to-talk key may take some getting used to

What is Klar best for?

  • Busy professionals who write emails or messages frequently
  • Non-native speakers wanting polished text in multiple languages
  • Individuals with repetitive strain or mobility issues
  • Anyone looking to type faster and reduce editing time

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