Cue vs Wispr Flow
Updated August 3, 2026
Cue and Wispr Flow both turn speech into polished writing in the apps where you already work. Cue also offers an on-device mode that can keep transcription on your Mac.
The difference is what happens underneath. Cue can keep dictation on your Mac, with cloud models only when you choose them. Wispr Flow reaches more devices and offers stronger team administration.
The short answer
Choose Cue if most of your work happens on a Mac and you want unlimited on-device dictation with a clearly published cloud allowance. Choose Wispr Flow if cross-platform access or company-wide controls matter more.
Cue vs Wispr Flow at a glance
Cue is stronger when you want voice work to stay local. Wispr Flow is stronger when you need more platforms or team administration.
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| Feature | Cue | Wispr Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Voice becomes polished writing in any app | ||
| On-device voice transcription | Cloud only | |
| Works without an internet connection | ||
| Use cloud models only when you choose | Cloud required | |
| Dictation history stored on your device | Cloud sync on by default | |
| Free plan dictation | Unlimited on-device | 2,000 words/week |
| Team administration | Individual-focused | Team + Enterprise |
| Platforms | macOS | Mac, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Price | Free local tier; Cue Pro for managed cloud | Free; Pro subscription |
Comparison as of August 3, 2026, based on current product builds, public pricing, documentation, and privacy pages. Product details can change.
Choose Wispr Flow if
- You dictate across desktop and mobile.
- Your team needs shared vocabulary, billing, and administrative controls.
- A subscription fits the way you prefer to buy software.
Choose Cue if
- Most of your dictation happens on a Mac.
- You want a free on-device path that can work offline.
- You want local work to stay unlimited, with a published allowance when you choose cloud.
Offline is the clearest difference
Cue can run an on-device transcription model on your Mac. That means everyday dictation can keep working without an internet connection and without sending that audio to a cloud model.
Wispr Flow says transcription is always processed in the cloud. Its privacy controls can change whether data is stored or used for training, but they do not turn Flow into an offline tool.
Mac focus or cross-platform reach
Cue is deliberately focused on macOS today. Its advantage is a simpler decision: local dictation for normal work, then an optional cloud model when you want one.
Wispr Flow covers Mac, Windows, iPhone, and Android. It also has team vocabulary, centralized billing, and enterprise controls. If you move between those devices or buy for a company, that breadth may matter more than offline use.
A clearer line between local and cloud
Cue does not cap dictation that runs on your Mac. The local tier is free, with no weekly word limit. Cue Pro adds unlimited meetings and connected workflows for people who need them.
Wispr Flow's free plan has a weekly word limit, including for work running on your own machine. Cue keeps local work unlimited. Prices and plan details can change, so the official pricing page remains the final source.
Privacy is more than one toggle
With Cue's on-device model, transcription happens on your Mac. If you select a cloud model, the audio needed for that request is sent to the selected provider. The important choice is made per workflow, not hidden behind a broad claim.
Wispr Flow documents two separate controls: Privacy Mode for model training and Private Cloud Sync for storage. For its stated zero-data-retention setup, Wispr says both settings need to be configured.
Where both products are strong
Both products work across the Mac apps you already use, support 100+ languages, and turn speech into polished text. Cue's advantage is unlimited local dictation with cloud use clearly separated. Wispr Flow's advantage is reaching more devices and giving teams stronger administration.
A practical way to decide
- 01
Start with real work
Dictate the prompts, emails, messages, notes, and technical terms you already write.
- 02
Run both side by side
Compare corrections, wait time, app support, and how often you need to retry.
- 03
Keep the one that disappears
The best daily input tool is the one you can use without thinking about it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cue better than Wispr Flow?
Not for everyone. Cue is the stronger fit if you mainly work on a Mac and want on-device dictation. Wispr Flow is the stronger fit if you need wider platform coverage or team administration.
Does Cue work offline?
Yes. Cue can transcribe with an on-device model, so everyday dictation can work without sending audio to a cloud service. Cloud models remain available when you choose them.
Does Wispr Flow work offline?
Wispr Flow says its transcription is processed in the cloud. Its Privacy Mode and Private Cloud Sync settings control training and storage, rather than moving transcription on-device.
Is Cue free?
Yes. Cue has a free on-device tier with no card required and no weekly word limit. Cue Pro adds unlimited meetings and connected workflows such as BYOK, MCP, CLI access, and webhooks.
Can I try Cue without leaving Wispr Flow?
Yes. You can install Cue and test it in your real work before deciding whether to change your current setup.
Sources
We used official product pages for every factual claim. If either product changes, those pages take precedence over this comparison.
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