Amical
Open source AI dictation app that transforms speech to text with context-aware formatting. Fast, accurate transcription for meetings, notes, and hands-free typing.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-07
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/amicalhq/amical or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Aqua Voice.
Replaces 6 paid apps
up to $150/mo ($1,800/yr) in subscriptions
Amical FAQ
Common questions
Is Amical free and open source?+
Amical is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Open source AI dictation app that transforms speech to text with context-aware formatting. Fast, accurate transcription for meetings, notes, and hands-free typing.
What paid software does Amical replace?+
Amical serves as a free replacement for 6 paid SaaS applications: Aqua Voice, AudioPen, Monologue, Typeless, Voibe, Willow, saving up to $150/month ($1,800/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up Amical?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/amicalhq/amical or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
What is the catch or trade-off with Amical?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Aqua Voice.