quickwhisper
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Description:
Audio transcription tool
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.24.279@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: transcription ai audio productivity macos
Install: brew install --cask quickwhisper
About:
QuickWhisper is an AI-powered audio transcription tool designed for macOS. It leverages advanced speech recognition models to convert audio files and microphone input into accurate text. The tool's main value proposition is its speed, privacy-focused local processing, and seamless integration into daily workflows.
Key Features:
  • Real-time microphone transcription
  • Support for multiple audio file formats (MP3, WAV, M4A)
  • Local processing for enhanced privacy
  • Export to TXT, SRT, and JSON formats
Use Cases:
  • Transcribing meetings, interviews, or lectures
  • Creating subtitles for video content
  • Dictating notes or long-form text
Alternatives:
  • Otter.ai – Otter is cloud-based with collaboration features, whereas QuickWhisper focuses on local processing and speed.
  • Whisper Desktop – A direct open-source GUI for Whisper, often requiring manual model management; QuickWhisper offers a more polished, native macOS experience.
Version History
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Feb 10, 2026 1:52am 1.24.279 0 VERSION_BUMP 2c80e667
Feb 3, 2026 1:26pm 1.23.259 0 VERSION_BUMP 909c17c6
Jan 20, 2026 11:07am 1.22.243 0 VERSION_BUMP c5490eca
Sep 18, 2025 1:43pm 1.13.136 0 VERSION_BUMP c292d6bc
Sep 18, 2025 11:11am 1.13.134 0 VERSION_BUMP f4dcda4a
Aug 25, 2025 1:50pm 1.12.113 0 VERSION_BUMP 25b59cb4
Aug 25, 2025 10:35am 1.12.111 0 VERSION_BUMP b93c4c0f
Jul 29, 2024 11:22pm 1.0.35 0 VERSION_BUMP 65b81193