About
What is WhisperUI?
WhisperUI offers an affordable and efficient solution for speech-to-text transcription, leveraging OpenAI's Whisper AI model. Users can easily convert various audio file formats, including MP3, MP4, and WAV, into text and SRT files. The platform is available as a web application and a desktop version for macOS and Windows, providing flexibility for different user preferences. While a free tier with basic features is available, premium options unlock capabilities like multi-file uploads, unlimited daily uploads, and enhanced data privacy through local processing. WhisperUI is designed for high accuracy, handling accents, background noise, and technical language effectively, and supports multiple languages for transcription and translation into English.
Best used for
Ideal for content creators, podcasters, and YouTubers who need to accurately transcribe audio, generate SRT files for captions, and convert spoken words into editable text. Especially valuable for those seeking an affordable solution powered by OpenAI Whisper with options for both cloud and local processing.
Common actions
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Capabilities
Key features
- Speech-to-text transcription
- SRT file generation
- Multi-format audio support
- Web and desktop versions
- Local processing option
- OpenAI Whisper powered
Target Audience
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Integrations
Not yet documentedPricing & Plans
Freemium · Paid · Usage-based · Starting at USD 8.00
$8 /month with a 3-day free trial.
FAQs
Is WhisperUI free to use?
WhisperUI offers a free tier with basic features, but requires a working OpenAI API Key for transcription. You pay directly to OpenAI for token usage. Premium features like multi-file uploads and unlimited daily uploads are available with paid plans.
What is the maximum audio file size supported?
OpenAI limits audio file uploads to 25MB. If your file exceeds this limit, you will need to compress it before uploading to WhisperUI. The desktop version with local processing offers unlimited file size and duration.
Does WhisperUI support local processing?
Yes, WhisperUI offers a desktop version for macOS and Windows that supports local processing. This provides enhanced data privacy, unlimited transcriptions, and no file size or duration limits, leveraging your device's CPU or GPU.
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