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Whisperstream vs Focusd

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Whisperstream compared with Focusd
DetailWhisperstream logo WhisperstreamFocusd logo Focusd
What it doesOn-device dictation for Windows with no cloud transcription A focus companion for your Mac that notices task drift and helps you return to your work
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inCA BR
Pricing modelNot given Free trial
Pricing$29 for 1 device, $49 for up to 2 devices. One-time payment, no subscription. 14-day free trial. An annual plan is planned; final prices will be announced at launch.
Key features
  • On-device speech recognition using NVIDIA Parakeet model
  • Text delivery to compatible applications via clipboard or simulated keystrokes
  • Searchable transcript history with audio replay and encryption
  • Import and transcribe audio files locally
  • Support for 39 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, and Japanese
  • Optional AI cleanup to remove filler words and fix grammar
  • Custom dictionary for names, technical terms, and acronyms
  • Works entirely on CPU without requiring GPU for core transcription
  • Set work intentions with tasks or projects
  • Screen drift detection using Apple Intelligence
  • Gentle nudge reminders when attention drifts
  • Session history and insights on workday patterns
  • Menu bar quick access and pause controls
  • Context-aware analysis recognizing research and tools
  • Todoist integration to import projects and tasks
  • On-device processing with no cloud analysis
  • Optional browser control for Safari, Chrome, Arc, Brave and Edge
What makes it different
  • Works offline after initial setup with no internet connection needed for core transcription
  • Broad app compatibility without requiring add-ins or plugins
  • Runs on CPU with no GPU required for speech recognition
  • Uses on-device Apple Intelligence instead of blocking websites or apps
  • All processing happens locally on your Mac with no screenshots uploaded
  • Learns from your corrections to improve context understanding
  • Gentle nudges instead of blocking or alarms
  • Analyzes focus patterns across weeks to show when you focus best
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)17 +1 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)170
Citation Flow (Majestic)290
Referring domains (Majestic)780

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