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Yaps - The local AI notes app you talk to

The local AI notes app you talk to

yaps.ai Productivity & Personal Tools Listed Aug 21, 2026
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The short version

What is Yaps - The local AI notes app you talk to?

Yaps is an AI-powered productivity tool that processes content locally on the user's device. It provides dictation, transcription, note-taking, and media processing capabilities across desktop and mobile platforms.

What makes it different

Processes core content locally on the user's device, allowing for offline functionality after initial setup.

Product capabilities

Key features

  • System-wide dictation
  • Automatic punctuation and formatting
  • Voice-to-text transcription
  • Read-aloud text-to-speech
  • Searchable voice notes
  • Markdown-based note vault
  • Local media transcription (audio and video)
  • On-device translation
  • Voice commands for Calendar, Reminders, and macOS Shortcuts
  • Local voice cloning (Apple Silicon Macs)

Ways to use it

Use cases

  • Drafting documents and emails
  • Capturing meeting notes and research ideas
  • Writing code comments and documentation
  • Transcribing imported audio and video files
  • Proofreading via text-to-speech

Who it is built for

Best for

Writers and authorsDevelopersMedical and legal professionalsUsers with RSI, carpal tunnel, or motor impairments

At a glance

Strengths & considerations

Strengths

  • Processes core content locally on-device
  • Works offline after initial setup
  • Supports Markdown for note portability
  • Offers system-wide dictation

Things to consider

  • Desktop apps require a paid subscription
  • Voice command intent classification requires an online service
  • Account features, billing, sync, and updates require internet access
  • Desktop apps require a 7-day trial

Plan information

Pricing

Modelfreemium
Starting price$12/month

Free plan available for mobile. Pro plan costs $15/month or $12/month billed annually.

Free access

Free on Android, iPhone, and iPad with voice typing, voice notes, and read-aloud.

Prices and plans can change. Confirm current terms on the official pricing page before purchasing.

Compatibility & availability

Technical details

Integrations

CalendarRemindersmacOS Shortcuts

Platforms & channels

macOSWindowsLinuxAndroidiOSiPadOS

Languages

25 languages for dictation28 languages for translation (Standard pack)53 languages for translation (Extended pack)

Quick answers

Yaps - The local AI notes app you talk to FAQ

Does Yaps work offline?

Yes. Core dictation, notes, and offline voices work without an internet connection once local models are installed.

How do I cancel my subscription?

You can cancel your subscription at any time from the Yaps app settings under Account > Subscription.

How do referrals work?

Share your Yaps referral code with a friend. When they sign up with it and start Pro or Max, you both earn one free month of Yaps.

Explore nearby ideas

Tags

AIDictationTranscriptionProductivityOfflineMarkdown

Research trail

Official sources

These pages were used for the factual profile above. They may change after the research date.

  1. Official website
  2. Official page — /pricing
  3. Official page — /features
  4. Official page — /features/dictation

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