Speech to text
EKHOS AI: review, pricing, data and alternatives
EKHOS AI lets Windows users transcribe audio and video files on their computer. It identifies speakers, records audio, supports transcript correction during playback, and stores transcripts in an encrypted local database. A free tier exists; the first paid plan costs $9 per month. Access and transparency score: 53/100, #11 of 15 in its category.
What is EKHOS AI?
EKHOS AI lets Windows users transcribe audio and video files on their computer. It identifies speakers, records audio, supports transcript correction during playback, and stores transcripts in an encrypted local database.
According to its documentation, EKHOS AI lets you:
- transcribe audio and video files on your computer
- distinguish and name speakers
- record the microphone or computer audio
- correct transcripts while following media playback
- process several files in sequence
- protect transcripts in an encrypted local database
We file it under Speech to text, the category of tools to transcribe audio to text, and it also overlaps with meeting assistants. The category lists 15 verified tools on this site.
The service launched in 2025.
Who is it for?
It is mostly useful to these profiles: researchers, lawyers, healthcare professionals, and podcasters. The need it covers is simple to state: transcribe audio to text.
EKHOS AI is a good candidate if:
- you want to try before paying
- you must keep your data in Europe or on your own machine
Before deciding, run a trial on a real task and measure the time saved: it is the only criterion that really counts.
How much does EKHOS AI cost?
Pricing model: freemium (limited free use, then paid). A free plan is offered, usually limited in volume or features.
The first paid plan costs $9 per month (Premium, monthly equivalent billed at USD 108 per year; monthly subscription at USD 12), according to the pricing page, checked on October 24, 2026.
Per month, that is close to the category median ($9 per month, based on tools with a published price).
To estimate what the same work would cost done directly with an AI model, use our API price calculator. Prices change often: always check the official site before subscribing.
Data and privacy
According to its privacy policy, data is processed on your device (local processing).
Local processing is the most favourable case: your files do not leave your machine for the features concerned.
Exporting your content: yes (details on the official site). Being able to get your data back makes switching tools easier later.
Three habits apply to every AI tool:
- turn off the use of your content for training if the option exists
- use a work account separate from your personal account
- review everything the tool produces before publishing or sending it
Platforms, languages and API
EKHOS AI runs on: Windows.
Interface languages: English.
API availability is not documented.
How we scored it
Our 53/100 score does not judge output quality: it measures what can be publicly verified about access to the tool, its openness and how far the publisher can be trusted.
| Criterion | Points | What counts |
|---|---|---|
| Access | 25/30 | free tier, published price, French interface |
| Openness | 10/30 | API, data export, open code |
| Trust | 18/40 | identified publisher, declared hosting, age, presence in reference lists |
The full calculation is explained on our method page.
Comparison with alternatives
EKHOS AI against other tools in the speech to text category:
| Tool | Free | Entry price | API | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EKHOS AI | Yes | $9 per month | – | 53 |
| Whisper | Yes | $0.01 pay as you go | Yes | 95 |
| AssemblyAI | Yes | $0.15 pay as you go | Yes | 78 |
| Rev | Yes | $0.25 pay as you go | Yes | 75 |
| Wispr Flow | Yes | $12 per month | Yes | 73 |
| Vibe | Yes | not published | Yes | 68 |
| Deepgram | Yes | $0 pay as you go | Yes | 65 |
| HappyScribe | Yes | £102 per year | Yes | 65 |
Verdict
EKHOS AI publishes little verifiable information: look at the better-scored alternatives first.
Strengths
- Free tier to try it
- Local processing available
Alternatives
- Whisperfree tier
- AssemblyAIfree tier
- Revfree tier
- Wispr Flowfree tier
- Vibefree tier
- Deepgramfree tier
Categories and jobs
Learn more
Frequently asked questions
Is EKHOS AI free?
Yes, a free plan exists, with usage limits. The first paid plan costs $9 per month.
Where is EKHOS AI data stored?
According to the publisher, on your device (local processing).
Does EKHOS AI have an API?
It is not documented.
What are the alternatives to EKHOS AI?
In the same category: Whisper, AssemblyAI, Rev, and Wispr Flow.
EKHOS AI or Whisper: which one to choose?
EKHOS AI starts at $9 per month, Whisper at $0.01 pay as you go and our score is 53/100 for EKHOS AI and 95/100 for Whisper. Try both on the same task before paying.
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