Willow Voice
Y Combinator-backed AI dictation that turns rambling speech into clean, send-ready text, with offline processing, privacy controls, and a bundled AI writing layer called Scribe.
Short description
Features
System-wide dictation: Works in Slack, Gmail, Cursor, Notion, iMessage, and other apps
Frontier Pro: Fast and accurate speech-to-text with approximately 200ms text output
Willow Scribe: AI writing from intent
Smart memory: Learns your writing style and dictionary automatically
Smart correction and formatting: Includes shortcuts for saved phrases
100+ languages: Includes whisper mode for noise, whispering, and fast speakers
Offline mode: Runs on-device
Privacy and compliance: Privacy Mode, SOC 2 Type II, HIPAA, and enforced zero data retention on Business+
Pricing
Basic: Free, with unlimited use of the weaker Frontier Mini model and 20 Scribe uses/week
Pro: $15/mo monthly or $12/mo annually, saving 20%
Business: $35/mo monthly or $28/mo annually
Enterprise: Custom
Discounts: Available for students, educators, nonprofits, and veterans
Integrations
Willow Scribe: Bundled AI writing layer
Supported apps: Slack, Gmail, Cursor, Notion, and iMessage
API/MCP: No MCP or API
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- iPhone
- Android coming soon
What users love about Willow Voice
Polished output: Turns rambling speech into clean, send-ready text with real-time self-correction
Privacy: Zero data retention, SOC 2, HIPAA, and offline mode
Scribe: Bundled AI-writing layer plus hands-free “Hey Willow”
What users complain about Willow Voice
Latency and language quirks: Some modes can have latency spikes and language-handling issues
Free-tier limitations: Uses the weaker model and allows 20 Scribe uses/week
Platform maturity: Windows and Android have historically lagged macOS and iOS
