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Spokenly vs Hyprnote
Two different tools. Spokenly is a system-wide dictation app, Hyprnote is an open-source meeting notetaker that runs locally on a Mac.
Updated May 2026
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Spokenly and Hyprnote solve different problems. Spokenly is a free dictation app: you press a hotkey and speak into any app on macOS, iOS, or Windows, with local Parakeet and Whisper models or free BYOK cloud. Hyprnote is an open-source, Mac-only meeting notetaker (a local Granola alternative) that listens to a meeting and writes a summary, with no bot in the call. Note that the Hyprnote app is now continued as the open-source project anarlog, and hyprnote.com redirects to the team's new product. If you want voice typing everywhere, Spokenly fits. If you want local meeting summaries on a Mac, Hyprnote fits, and you can run both.
Spokenly
- Free with local Parakeet and Whisper, BYOK cloud at no cost
- System-wide dictation in any macOS, iOS, or Windows app
- iOS app with a custom keyboard for system-wide voice typing
- Custom AI prompts with GPT-4, Claude, and other providers
- Agent mode and MCP server for AI coding agents (macOS)
- File transcription with subtitle export (SRT, VTT, more)
Hyprnote
- -Open-source notetaker (MIT), free local core, paid cloud tiers
- -Runs locally on a Mac, no meeting bot joins the call
- -Local on-device transcription, bring your own LLM
- -Summaries linked to transcript timestamps, AI chat over notes
- -macOS only, no iOS, Windows, or system-wide dictation
- -Now continued as the open-source project anarlog
Feature Comparison
Side-by-side breakdown of key features and capabilities.
| Feature | Spokenly | Hyprnote |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free with BYOK, Pro $9.99 per month | Free local core, paid cloud tiers (open source, MIT) |
| Primary use | System-wide dictation and transcription | Meeting notes and summaries |
| System-wide dictation | Yes, any app | No, meeting notes only |
| Platforms | macOS, iOS, Windows | macOS only |
| iOS app and keyboard | Yes | No |
| Offline mode | Yes, Parakeet and Whisper | Yes, on-device |
| Free local models | Yes, unlimited | Yes, unlimited |
| BYOK cloud transcription | Yes, free (OpenAI, Deepgram, Groq) | Yes, bring your own STT and LLM |
| Meeting summaries | Via custom AI prompts | Yes, core feature |
| Open source | No | Yes (MIT) |
| AI coding agent integration (MCP) | Yes (macOS) | No |
| File and batch transcription | Yes, subtitle export | No, meeting focused |
| Telemetry | Local Only Mode blocks outbound network | Usage telemetry on by default (opt-out) |
Pricing
Spokenly is completely free with local models and BYOK cloud transcription. Pro at $9.99 per month adds premium managed cloud providers and the iOS app with a custom keyboard.
Hyprnote is open source under the MIT license and free to run with local models. Managed cloud features are a paid add-on. The open-source app now continues as anarlog.
Both let you run unlimited local transcription for free. The difference is scope: Spokenly covers everyday dictation across three platforms, Hyprnote focuses on local meeting notes on a Mac.
Dictation Tool vs Meeting Notetaker
Hyprnote is built for one job: capturing a meeting on your Mac and turning it into a clean summary without a bot joining the call. It listens to system and microphone audio, transcribes locally on-device, and enhances your own notes. It is open source and local-first.
Spokenly is built for voice input across your whole day. You press a shortcut and dictate into email, chat, docs, code, or any field, on macOS, iOS, and Windows. You pick the model (Parakeet, Whisper, or BYOK cloud), and you can route text through custom AI prompts for cleanup or tone.
If your main need is meeting summaries on a Mac, Hyprnote is a focused fit. If you want voice typing everywhere plus file transcription and AI coding agent support, Spokenly fits better. Many people run both: Hyprnote for meetings, Spokenly for dictation.
Strengths and Weaknesses
Where each app is strong, and where it falls short.
Spokenly
- +Free unlimited local transcription, free BYOK cloud
- +System-wide dictation on macOS, iOS, and Windows
- +iOS custom keyboard for voice typing in any app
- +Custom AI prompts, custom dictionary, word replacements
- +Agent mode and MCP server for AI coding agents
- +File transcription with subtitle export
- -Not open source
- -No dedicated meeting-summary view like Hyprnote
- -Meeting notes need a custom prompt rather than a built-in template
Hyprnote
- +Open source (MIT), fully auditable
- +Local-first meeting notes with no bot in the call
- +Bring your own LLM and STT, notes stored as files you own
- +Free with no usage caps on local models
- -macOS only, no iOS or Windows
- -No system-wide dictation
- -Usage telemetry is on by default (you can opt out)
- -The product was renamed, hyprnote.com now points elsewhere
Which One Is Right for You?
Choose Spokenly if you...
- You want voice typing in any app, not just meetings
- You need dictation on iOS or Windows, not only Mac
- You want free local models plus free BYOK cloud
- You use Claude Code, Cursor, or other AI coding agents
- You want file transcription with subtitle export
Choose Hyprnote if you...
- -You mainly want local meeting summaries on a Mac
- -You prefer an open-source, auditable app
- -You want notes captured without a bot joining the call
- -You are happy on macOS only
Switching from Hyprnote
Getting started takes a few minutes.
- 1Download Spokenly free from spokenly.app/download.
- 2Pick a model: Parakeet for speed, Whisper Large V3 Turbo for accuracy, or BYOK cloud.
- 3Set your dictation shortcut. Right Option works well for one-handed use.
- 4Add a custom AI prompt for meeting-style summaries if you want notes from recorded audio.
- 5Keep Hyprnote for live meeting capture, and use Spokenly for everyday dictation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hyprnote still available?
The open-source Hyprnote app continues under the name anarlog (MIT licensed), and hyprnote.com now redirects to the team's newer product. People still search for Hyprnote, so this page compares Spokenly to the Hyprnote meeting notetaker as most users know it.
Does Spokenly do meeting notes like Hyprnote?
Spokenly can transcribe recorded audio and run it through a custom AI prompt to produce a summary, but it does not have a dedicated live meeting view. Hyprnote is purpose-built for meeting summaries. Spokenly is purpose-built for dictation across apps.
Can I use Spokenly offline?
Yes. Pick a local model (Parakeet for speed, Whisper Large V3 Turbo for accuracy) and Spokenly works fully offline. Local Only Mode can also block all outbound network traffic.
Is Hyprnote really private?
With local models, audio and notes stay on your Mac. Note that Hyprnote collects usage telemetry by default (you can opt out), and any cloud STT or LLM you connect will send data to that provider. Spokenly offers a Local Only Mode that blocks outbound network entirely.
Does Hyprnote work on Windows or iPhone?
No, Hyprnote is macOS only. Spokenly runs on macOS, iOS, and Windows, and the iOS app includes a custom keyboard for system-wide voice typing. See our Spokenly vs Granola comparison for another meeting-notes option.
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This comparison is published by Spokenly. We aim for accuracy and transparency and will update this page as both products evolve. Learn more about Hyprnote on their official website.