whispering
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Description:
Audio transcription that works with local and cloud models
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 7.9.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 27, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Ai ml
Tags: transcription speech-to-text ai audio whisper
Install: brew install --cask whispering
About:
Whispering is a cross-platform desktop application designed for advanced audio transcription and translation. It leverages both local and cloud-based AI models, including Whisper and other STT engines, to provide real-time speech-to-text capabilities. Its main value proposition is offering a privacy-focused, low-latency solution for capturing audio directly from system or microphone inputs.
Key Features:
  • Real-time speech-to-text transcription
  • Support for local (Whisper) and cloud AI models
  • Audio translation and voice activity detection
  • Cross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux)
Use Cases:
  • Live captioning for meetings and streaming
  • Transcribing recorded audio files locally for privacy
  • Real-time translation of spoken audio
Alternatives:
  • Otter.ai – Otter is a cloud-only service, whereas Whispering offers local processing options for enhanced privacy.
  • MacWhisper – MacWhisper is macOS-exclusive, while Whispering provides cross-platform support.
Version History
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Dec 27, 2025 4:48am 7.9.0 0 VERSION_BUMP b72501d2