Loquil
Loquil vs Superwhisper: cloud AI dictation vs local models
Superwhisper is an AI dictation app born on Mac (with an iOS app) that can run speech models locally on the computer and applies AI post-processing to the text. Loquil is a cloud-based AI dictation app for Windows, Linux and Android: nothing to download or configure, a hotkey in any app, AI cleanup with rewrite, summary and translation into 35+ languages, free plan and flat monthly plans. The main choice is platform and local-vs-cloud.
| Loquil | Superwhisper | |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Windows, Linux, Android; iOS in development | Mac and iOS at the time of writing (Windows availability may vary) |
| Processing | Cloud: no models to download, works on any PC | Local models on the device (with cloud options); needs a capable machine |
| Setup | Install, sign in, dictate | Choose and download models, configure modes |
| AI cleanup | Yes, plus rewrite/summarize/styles from the bar | Yes, configurable modes and prompts |
| Languages | 35+ with separate output language | Depends on the model chosen |
| Price | Free plan; 6 €–10 €/month flat | Free tier plus paid licence/subscription, as far as we know |
| Bring your own API keys | Not needed | Possible for cloud models |
Information about other products reflects their public documentation at the time of writing and may change; check their sites for current details.
Which one to choose
Choose Superwhisper if you are on Mac and want local processing or fine control over models and prompts. Choose Loquil if you are on Windows, Linux or Android and want dictation that just works, in many languages, without configuration or hardware requirements.
Questions
Does Loquil run offline?
Do I need API keys with Loquil?
Is Loquil coming to Mac?
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No card. Windows, Linux and Android.
Updated: 2026-08-16