Jackdaw vs Superwhisper
Superwhisper is the most talked-about AI dictation app for Mac, with contextual 'modes' that reformat your speech on the fly.
| Feature | Jackdaw | Superwhisper |
|---|---|---|
| On-device dictation | Yes | Yes |
| Clipboard history | Yes | No |
| File drop-zone / shelf | Yes | No |
| Works offline (no cloud) | Yes — on-device | Yes (local; cloud models optional) |
| Built for live dictation as you type | Yes | Yes |
| Pricing | Pro — 14-day free trial | Subscription (from ~$8.49/mo) or one-time lifetime (~$250) |
Superwhisper's local-model privacy option is compelling, but its lifetime tier is priced high and its Pro plan gates the larger models. Jackdaw brings on-device dictation into the same app as your clipboard history and file shelf, at a more accessible price.
FAQ
Is Superwhisper fully on-device?
Superwhisper offers a local-model option alongside cloud-assisted modes, with larger models gated behind its paid tiers. Jackdaw's dictation runs on-device as part of a single app that also handles clipboard and files.
Get all three in one app
Try every feature free for 14 days — then a one-time purchase or a subscription, your choice. Your clipboard, files, and dictation never leave your Mac.