Dragon Text-to-Speech: A Comprehensive Comparison

When it comes to speech-to-text software, accuracy is a top priority. In this article, we will compare two popular options: Apple Voice Control and Dragon on Windows. Our test reveals which one performs better in recognition errors.

In our experiment, we found that Dragon on Windows had only 3 recognition errors, while Apple Voice Control on the Mac had 9 errors. Although the Mac lagged behind slightly, it was not unresponsive or slow. Both computers have Intel i5 processors and varying amounts of RAM (8GB for the Windows PC and 4GB for the Mac).

It's worth noting that Dragon for Windows has been around for a long time, whereas Apple Voice Control is the first iteration on Mac OS Catalina. We also removed longer pauses when thinking about what to say next.

To analyze the results, we examined the dictated text on both computers and calculated the number of recognition mistakes. The text was 215 words long, with some unexpected events noted in comments. A video at the bottom of this post shows the dictation process on both computers simultaneously.

In comparison, Dragon Professional Individual on a Windows computer is a paid software that has been considered the gold standard for speech recognition. However, Apple Voice Control, being free and running locally without an internet connection, offers a unique advantage over other options like Windows Speech Recognition and Google Voice Type.

Ultimately, our test reveals that Dragon on Windows performs better in terms of accuracy. Nevertheless, Apple Voice Control is a promising new tool with great potential for future improvements. As the market continues to evolve, we can expect even more advanced speech-to-text software to emerge.

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