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Never Type Again: just speak
The FREE voice-to-text AI that turns speech into clear, polished writing in every app. 100% private, offline, and faster than typing.
Patient is a 58-year-old female presenting with acute exacerbation of COPD. Vital signs show temperature 101.2°F, heart rate 98, blood pressure 142/88. Assessment reveals acute bronchospasm with decreased breath sounds bilaterally. Plan to start IV methylprednisolone 125 mg and albuterol nebulizer every 4 hours. Monitor oxygen saturation and consider admission if no improvement within 24 hours.
Writing at the speed of thought 250+ WPM
250+ WPM
100% Private
Works Offline
Context-Aware Intelligence
Accurate AI dictation that understands your on-screen text
Most dictation tools are deaf to your screen. They guess so you have to fix. Mellon is the best context-aware offline assistant that reads your workspace to spell names and jargon right the first time. Just pure flow.
Dictate Directly into Any App.
Mellon lives in your menu bar and works in every text field on your Mac. Just one click, zero copy-pasting required.
Notion 
Slack 
VS Code 
Apple Notes Discord
Obsidian 
Chronocat Notion Slack VS Code Apple Notes Discord
Obsidian Chronocat Notion Slack VS Code Apple Notes Discord
Obsidian Chronocat 
Linear 
Mail 
Xcode GitHub
Things
Messages 
Cursor Linear Mail Xcode GitHub
Things
Messages Cursor Linear Mail Xcode GitHub
Things
Messages Cursor Figma
Microsoft Word Terminal
Chrome 
Safari Google Docs
ChatGPT Figma
Microsoft Word Terminal
Chrome Safari Google Docs
ChatGPT Figma
Microsoft Word Terminal
Chrome Safari Google Docs
ChatGPT Perfect for Developers, Medical Professionals, Notes, Writers, Email Power Users.
Save 6+ hours every week
With an average of 3,000 words per day, voice dictation saves you over 6 hours per week
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How It Works From Typing to Talking
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Simple Setup. No Cloud or Internet accounts. Just Instant Productivity.
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Trigger Anywhere
Tap your custom hotkey in any app: Cursor, Slack, or Outlook. Mellon is ready to listen instantly.
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Speak Naturally
Just chat. Processed 100% on-device. Your data never leaves your Mac.
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Wow, that was fast.
Near Instant Execution
Text appears exactly where you need it, perfectly formatted.
Don't settle for Less
See how we compare to other voice dictation apps
| Feature | Mellon | VoiceInk | Wispr | Willow |
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| One-time Purchase | ||||
| No Subscription | ||||
| Privacy-First (100% Local) | ||||
| Works Offline | ||||
| macOS Native | Partial | |||
| Works with Any App | Limited | Limited | ||
| Medical Accuracy | ||||
| Pricing | Free | One-time | Subscription | Subscription |
Precision Accuracy for Every Industry
Standard AI fails on technical jargon. Mellon thrives on it. Extend your recognition with pre-built and custom vocabulary.
Custom Dictionary (Unlimited Words)
Meibomian Kubernetes TypeScript git commit Subpoena Affidavit Cursor Obsidian Mellon PostgreSQL Webpack Blepharitis npm install Deposition API Gateway Keratoconus Docker Habeas Corpus React Native Glaucoma
Instant recognition with no slowdown
If you can say it, Mellon can write it
The inscription read: "Speak, friend, and enter."
Frodo: "Gandalf, what's the Elvish word for friend?"
Gandalf: " Melon Mellon ."
The ancient gates opened, and the company entered the darkness of Maria Moria .
Frodo: "Gandalf, what's the Elvish word for friend?"
Gandalf: " Melon Mellon ."
The ancient gates opened, and the company entered the darkness of Maria Moria .
Medical Dictionary 600,000+ clinical terms
Preloaded clinical terminology for healthcare workflows
- Includes UMLS, SNOMED CT, and ICD-10
- Pharmaceutical and anatomical terms
- Zero performance impact
- Perfect for Practitioners who can't afford a typo
Medical Professionals General Practitioners Cardiologists Surgeons Psychiatrists Orthopedists Physiotherapists Nurses Dentists
Tech & Creative Developers Lawyers Authors Journalists Academics Researchers Content Creators Podcasters
Privacy First
Your data stays private
Privacy-first design means your words never leave your Mac.
No Cloud Sync
Everything happens locally on your Mac. Zero data collection. Complete privacy.
Works Offline
No internet required. Your dictation works anywhere, anytime, without connectivity.
Fully Configurable
Customize shortcuts, languages, and behavior. Built for everyone, from students to professionals.
0 Data sent to cloud
100% Private & offline
∞ Usage forever
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best dictation app for Mac?
Mellon is one of the best dictation apps for Mac—and it's free. It runs 100% locally on your Mac (no cloud), works in every app, reaches 150+ WPM, and requires no subscription. For the best free speech-to-text and voice typing software that respects your privacy, Mellon is a top choice.
What is the best free dictation software?
Mellon is the best free dictation software for Mac. Unlike many "free" options that send your voice to the cloud or limit usage, Mellon processes everything on your Mac. No account, no subscription, no data collection. It's free speech-to-text that works offline in any app.
How does Mellon compare to other dictation apps?
Compared to Wispr, VoiceInk, MacWhisper, and Apple's built-in dictation, Mellon stands out for being free, fully local (your voice never leaves your Mac), and universal—it works in every text field. No cloud processing, no subscription. See our dictation app comparison for details.
Is there a free speech-to-text app for Mac?
Yes. Mellon is a free speech-to-text app for Mac that runs entirely on your device. No signup, no payment, no limits. Your voice stays on your Mac—we never collect or process it on our servers. It works offline and in every app you use.
Why is Mellon free?
We believe everyone deserves access to fast, private voice-to-text. Mellon runs entirely on your Mac—no cloud, no subscriptions, no data collection. We're building tools we want to exist in the world, and making them free is part of that vision.
How can I support or donate?
If Mellon has been useful to you, we'd love your support! You can donate via our website. Every contribution helps us with maintenance costs and improving Mellon. It's completely optional and never required.
Which macOS versions are supported?
Mellon works on macOS 12 (Monterey) and newer. We recommend running the latest macOS version for the best experience.
How is Mellon different from built-in macOS dictation?
Apple's dictation sends your voice to their servers. Mellon processes everything locally on your Mac—faster, more private, and works offline. Mellon also offers better accuracy, custom shortcuts, and works universally across all apps. It's the best dictation app for Mac users who want privacy and speed.
Do you support languages other than English?
Currently, Mellon supports English with high accuracy. We're working on adding support for Spanish, French, and German in future updates.
Built out of necessity.
When Daniel, a practicing optometrist, couldn’t type patient notes while holding his newborn, he teamed up with his brother Xavier, a privacy-focused software engineer, to build the dictation tool they wished existed.
Daniel
Co-founder & Optometrist
Needed to document “blepharitis” and "meibomian glands" without fighting autocorrect. Now he uses it for more than just patient reports. Emails, prompting, and coding are now part of his everyday mellon workflow.
Xavier
Co-founder & Software Engineer
A software engineer obsessed with building accessible tools that hopefully change your life.
Trusted by physicians, developers, and writers worldwide.
"We use Mellon every single day. If it doesn't transform how you work, we'll make it right."
— Daniel & Xavier