What is HeyRaven and how does it compare to WhisperFlow?

HeyRaven is a professional AI voice transcription app that's faster and more accurate than WhisperFlow. It offers HIPAA compliance, 50+ languages, and works seamlessly on iOS and Mac with enterprise-grade security.

How is HeyRaven different from SuperWhisper?

HeyRaven provides superior accuracy compared to SuperWhisper, with specialized models for medical, legal, and technical terminology. It also offers team collaboration features and API integration that SuperWhisper lacks.

Is HeyRaven HIPAA compliant for medical professionals?

Yes, HeyRaven is fully HIPAA compliant with end-to-end encryption, secure data storage, and BAA agreements available for healthcare providers. All data is processed with enterprise-grade security.

What platforms does HeyRaven support?

HeyRaven supports iOS (iPhone and iPad) running iOS 15.0+ and macOS 12.0+ on Mac computers. Cross-platform sync ensures your transcriptions are available on all your devices.

How accurate is HeyRaven's transcription?

HeyRaven achieves high accuracy using advanced AI models that understand context, handle multiple speakers, and recognize specialized terminology in medical, legal, and technical fields.

Is there a free version of HeyRaven?

Yes, HeyRaven offers a free plan with basic transcription features. Pro and Team plans are available for advanced features like unlimited transcription, custom vocabulary, and team collaboration.

Can HeyRaven transcribe multiple languages?

Yes, HeyRaven supports 50+ languages with automatic language detection. It can handle accents, dialects, and even code-switching between languages in the same recording.

Does HeyRaven work offline?

Yes, HeyRaven offers offline mode for privacy-sensitive transcription. Your recordings are processed locally on your device without internet connection.

How does HeyRaven handle privacy and security?

HeyRaven uses end-to-end encryption, processes data in secure facilities, never trains on user data, and offers local processing options. We're SOC 2 Type II certified and GDPR compliant.

Can HeyRaven integrate with other apps?

Yes, HeyRaven works with any app on your device. It also offers API integration, Zapier support, and native shortcuts for seamless workflow integration.

What file formats does HeyRaven support for export?

HeyRaven exports to TXT, DOCX, PDF, SRT, VTT, and JSON formats. You can also copy text directly to clipboard or share to any app.

How does HeyRaven compare to VoiceInk?

HeyRaven offers 4x faster transcription than VoiceInk with higher accuracy, more language support, and professional features like custom vocabulary and team collaboration that VoiceInk doesn't provide.

HeyRaven | 2025 Best Alternative to WisprFlow, SuperWhisper & VoiceInk

HeyRaven is committed to being a free voice typing tool for everyone. To give you even more flexibility and control, we now support custom API keys, allowing you to use your own OpenAI Whisper API for unlimited transcription.

With OpenAI Whisper, you get industry-leading accuracy at just $0.006 per minute—that's incredibly affordable for unlimited voice typing. Plus, new OpenAI accounts come with free credits to get you started at no cost.

Why Use Your Own OpenAI Whisper API Key?

Complete Control & Transparency

When you use your own API key, you have full visibility into your usage and costs. Check your billing dashboard anytime to see exactly how much you're using.

Generous Free Tier

New OpenAI accounts receive free credits that you can use to try Whisper without any upfront payment. Once you've used your free credits, you only pay for what you actually use.

Unbeatable Pricing

At just $0.006 per minute, OpenAI Whisper is one of the most cost-effective transcription services available. For context:

1 hour of transcription = $0.36
10 hours of transcription = $3.60
100 hours of transcription = $36.00

Industry-Leading Accuracy

OpenAI's Whisper is renowned for its exceptional accuracy across multiple languages and accents, making it perfect for voice typing in any context.

How to Get Your OpenAI API Key

Follow these simple steps to set up your OpenAI Whisper API key:

Step 1: Create Your OpenAI Account

Visit platform.openai.com
Click "Sign up" to create a new account
Complete the registration process
Verify your email address

Step 2: Access the API Keys Section

Log in to the OpenAI Platform
Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner
Select "API keys" from the dropdown menu
You'll be taken to the API keys management page

Step 3: Verify Your Account

If this is a new account, you'll need to verify your phone number before you can create an API key. This is a one-time security measure to protect your account.

Step 4: Create Your API Key

Click the "Create new secret key" button
Give your key a descriptive name (e.g., "HeyRaven Voice Typing")
Click "Create secret key"

Step 5: Save Your Key Securely

This is crucial: OpenAI will only show you the complete API key once.

Copy the entire API key immediately
Store it in a secure location (like a password manager)
Never share your API key publicly or commit it to version control

The key will look something like this:

sk-proj-xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Adding Your API Key to HeyRaven

Once you have your OpenAI API key:

Open HeyRaven on your device
Go to Settings
Navigate to "Custom API Keys" or "Transcription Settings"
Select "OpenAI Whisper" as your provider
Paste your API key
Save your settings

That's it! HeyRaven will now use your personal OpenAI Whisper API for all voice transcription.

Managing Your Usage and Costs

Set Usage Limits

To avoid unexpected charges, we recommend setting up usage limits in your OpenAI account:

Go to platform.openai.com/settings/organization/limits
Set a monthly budget limit that works for you
Enable email notifications for usage alerts

Monitor Your Usage

Keep track of your spending by regularly checking your OpenAI billing dashboard:

Visit platform.openai.com/usage
View detailed usage statistics by day, week, or month
See exactly how many minutes you've transcribed

Pro Tip: Start with a small budget limit (like $5 or $10 per month) and adjust as you understand your usage patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What happens when my free credits run out?

A: Once your free credits are depleted, OpenAI will start charging your payment method. You'll pay the standard rate of $0.006 per minute of audio transcribed.

Q: Can I use the same API key on multiple devices?

A: Yes! You can use the same OpenAI API key across all your devices running HeyRaven—iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Q: What if I lose my API key?

A: If you lose your API key, you can create a new one from the OpenAI Platform. For security reasons, you should also delete the old key to prevent unauthorized access.

Q: Are there any free alternatives?

A: Yes! HeyRaven also supports Google Gemini API, which offers a generous free tier. Check out our guide on setting up Gemini API for more details.

Q: Is my voice data secure?

A: When you use your own API key, your voice data is sent directly to OpenAI and processed according to their privacy policy. OpenAI does not use API data to train their models.

Get Started Today

Setting up your own OpenAI Whisper API key gives you unlimited voice typing at an incredibly affordable price. With free credits to start and transparent pricing, there's no better time to take control of your voice transcription.

Download HeyRaven today and experience the freedom of unlimited voice typing with your own OpenAI Whisper API key.

HeyRaven: Free Voice Typing for Everyone