Plain engine path
A Whisper-only setup can be enough when the task is batch transcription or a custom developer workflow.
whisper dictation app for mac
If Whisper is the engine, FluidVoice is the Mac workflow around it.
Use the planner to translate FluidVoice source facts into a concrete setup, privacy, model, and workflow decision.
Unofficial boundary
GPL-3.0 source
v1.6.1 release noted
Workflow
What this page helps decide.
FluidVoice path
FluidVoice adds global hotkeys, overlay, smart typing, optional history, Write Mode, Command Mode, and model choice around the engine.
Decision
Use the planner when the problem is not just recognition accuracy but daily Mac behavior, permissions, and safety.
Decision matrix
What the planner checks before daily use.
| Area | Question | Planner output |
|---|---|---|
| Voice engine | Does the work need zero-download setup, low latency, multilingual support, Intel compatibility, or high accuracy? | Model recommendation with setup notes and disk expectations. |
| Permissions | Can users explain microphone, accessibility, Apple Events, and speech recognition access before approving prompts? | Onboarding checklist and risk labels. |
| Mode policy | Where should Command Mode, Write Mode, per-app prompts, and direct insertion be allowed? | Mode map with safe, review, and blocked zones. |
| Privacy | Which opt-ins are allowed: cloud enhancement, Fluid Intelligence, analytics, beta builds, local history, and exports? | Privacy boundary and data-retention notes. |