Vibe Transcribe for Mac
Vibe supports macOS 11+ on Intel and Apple Silicon. Download the DMG from releases, copy to Applications, then open with right-click → Open the first time if macOS blocks unknown developers.
Apple Silicon performance
On many Apple Silicon Macs, transcription can feel very responsive, especially when the app can use hardware acceleration features available on your machine and OS version.
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Free downloadFrequently asked questions
Does Vibe Transcribe work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, and it works extremely well. Vibe uses CoreML acceleration on Apple Silicon, making it one of the fastest local transcription solutions on Mac. The Large model can run faster than real-time on M2 and newer chips.
How do I open Vibe on Mac when Gatekeeper blocks it?
Right-click (or Control+click) the Vibe app in Applications, select Open, then click Open in the dialog. You'll only need to do this once. After that, Vibe opens normally.
Is Vibe Transcribe free for Mac?
Yes, completely free. Download the .dmg file from the GitHub releases page and drag to Applications. No subscription required.
What macOS version does Vibe Transcribe require?
Vibe requires macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later. It works on both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.