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Lispr

Freemium#8 of 27 in Dictation Software

Lispr: A capable multilingual desktop dictation tool with translation, but cloud-only operation limits flexibility. Ranked #8 of 27 in Dictation Software by our editors (8.2/10); pricing: Free plan · 30-day trial; best for multilingual desktop dictation with translation.

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At a glance

Editor score
8.2 / 10
Pricing
Free plan · 30-day trial
Best for
Multilingual desktop dictation with translation
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
$79/yr
Language count
99
Facts checked
23 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Dictates in approximately 99 languages with automatic language detection
- Translates speech into 32 languages while you dictate
- Inserts text at the active cursor across desktop apps
Where it doesn't
- Free plan includes a weekly dictation-minute allowance
- Cloud speech recognition requires an internet connection
- Runs on Windows and macOS, with no current voice commands

Our verdict on Lispr

Lispr is desktop dictation software for people who want spoken words inserted directly at the active cursor in other applications. It supports approximately 99 languages, detects spoken-language changes mid-sentence, and can translate speech into 32 languages using a second key during dictation. Personal vocabulary helps with names, brands, and other terms, while local history keeps prior dictation available. Its solo and small-business fit is strongest for multilingual writing on Windows or macOS.

The Free plan costs $0 and includes push-to-talk dictation, translation, a personal dictionary, and local history, subject to a weekly dictation-minute allowance. Pro is listed at $79 per year or $7.99 per month. Both Pro options remove the minute cap, add AI formatting for paragraphs, lists, and concise text, and allow use on all devices under one account. A 30-day free trial is available, and the pricing page advertises a 14-day money-back guarantee.

Lispr works as a desktop overlay rather than a destination editor: a keyboard shortcut starts dictation, and text appears wherever the cursor is active. Latched hands-free recording is available, and translation can be triggered during speech. Recognition runs in the cloud, so an internet connection is required and offline dictation is not an option. The current product does not provide voice commands for editing or computer control. Choose Lispr if multilingual cursor-based dictation and translation matter more than offline access or broader platform coverage; consider another tool if those capabilities are essential.

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Lispr pricing

Plans Free plan · 30-day trialFreemium A usable free plan; paid tiers unlock the limits above. Prices checked 23 Sep 2026.

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Lispr fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	$79/yr
Supported platforms	Windows, macOS
Language count	99
Custom vocabulary	Yes
Voice commands	No
Offline dictation	No
Privacy model	Cloud
Free trial	30 days · no card needed
Money-back guarantee	14 days
Deployment	Desktop, Cloud
Platforms	Windows, macOS
Support	Email, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan · 30-day trial (source)
Website	lispr.ai
Facts checked	23 Sep 2026

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