Wispr Flow vs. Aqua Voice
They're close rivals: both type into any app on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android, and both clean up your speech in the cloud. Wispr Flow has the more generous free plan and more compliance options. Aqua Voice is a little cheaper and is aimed at developers and technical writers.
Based on each maker's published features, prices and privacy information, checked October 23, 2026. Not yet tested hands-on. How we compare
At a glance
| Wispr Flow | Aqua Voice | |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Mac, Windows, iPhone, Android | Mac, Windows, iPhone, Android |
| Free plan | 2,000 words a week on desktop | 1,000 words in total |
| Paid | Pro $15/mo, or $12/mo billed yearly | Pro $12/mo, or $10/mo billed yearly. Max (adds real-time mode and voice commands) $24/mo, or $19/mo yearly. |
| Students | Not stated | 70% off |
| Processing | Cloud | Cloud |
| Privacy controls | Audio deleted after transcription unless you turn on storage. Training opt-out. | Privacy Mode stores nothing on its servers. Zero data retention on Business. |
| Compliance | SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, HIPAA BAA | Not stated on its pricing page |
| Languages | 100+ | 49 |
Where Wispr Flow is stronger
- A free plan you can actually use every week, where Aqua's 1,000 words is closer to a trial.
- More languages, and published compliance certifications for workplaces.
Where Aqua Voice is stronger
- Lower price on the Pro plan, plus a large student discount.
- Developer focus: writing styles, custom instructions, and voice commands on the Max plan.
Who should pick which
- Pick Wispr Flow for general work writing across devices, or if your workplace needs compliance paperwork.
- Pick Aqua Voice if you write code or technical documents, are a student, or want the lower price.
- Want it offline? Neither works offline. See Wispr Flow vs. Superwhisper.
Sources
Wispr Flow pricing and privacy. Aqua Voice pricing and privacy.