Willow on IOS

Willow for iOS is a custom voice-first keyboard that enables speech-to-text dictation across all apps on iPhones, offering instant transcription with auto-formatting, punctuation, and context-aware style adjustments. It integrates directly into the iOS keyboard system, allowing users to dictate text in any app, including Gmail, Messages, Slack, and Notes, while maintaining full access to a traditional typing keyboard. The app supports over 100 languages, syncs with Mac via a shared account, and operates under a freemium model with a weekly word limit for free users.
The core value of Willow lies in its ability to increase writing efficiency by 5× compared to manual typing, leveraging advanced speech recognition that outperforms Apple’s native dictation in accuracy, especially for technical terms, names, and fast-paced speech. It prioritizes privacy with SOC 2 compliance and enterprise-grade security, ensuring user data remains protected while enabling seamless cross-device workflows between iOS and macOS.

Instant speech-to-text conversion with auto-formatting: Willow processes voice input in real time, applying smart punctuation (e.g., commas, periods), capitalization, and paragraph breaks tailored to context, such as formal emails or casual texts. It achieves 3× higher accuracy than Apple’s built-in dictation for specialized vocabulary and rapid speech.
AI Rewrite and style-matching: After dictation, users can refine text with one-tap AI adjustments to modify tone (formal, friendly), length (shorter or expanded), or grammar. The keyboard analyzes app context (e.g., Slack vs. Gmail) to auto-adapt phrasing styles, ensuring consistency with platform conventions.
Cross-platform synchronization and custom dictionary: Pro subscribers unlock unlimited dictation and sync custom dictionaries (product names, acronyms, personal contacts) across iOS and macOS devices. This ensures consistent accuracy and reduces manual corrections when switching between Apple ecosystems.

Slow and error-prone text input: Willow eliminates the inefficiency of manual typing and inaccuracies in default iOS dictation, particularly for niche terminology, non-native speakers, or users with mobility challenges. It reduces repetitive strain injuries (RSI) by enabling voice-driven workflows.
Target users include professionals requiring high-volume writing (e.g., emails, Slack threads), multilingual individuals, and accessibility-focused users needing low-effort text input. Teams managing cross-platform workflows (iOS + Mac) benefit from synchronized settings and dictionaries.
Typical scenarios include drafting client emails with formal tone adjustments, sending quick Slack updates during meetings, capturing spontaneous ideas in Notes with AI polish, and composing texts with conversational phrasing without manual edits.

Unlike Apple’s dictation, Willow processes audio locally and on dedicated servers for higher accuracy, supports real-time style adjustments, and offers a unified keyboard interface for both voice and typing. Competitors lack its context-aware formatting and Mac-iOS sync capabilities.
Innovations include AI Rewrite for post-dictation edits, dynamic language switching mid-sentence, and a user-trained custom dictionary that improves over time. The app’s auto-formatting engine detects app types (e.g., messaging vs. document editors) to apply context-specific rules.
Competitive edges include SOC 2-certified data security, 100+ language coverage with dialect recognition, and a freemium model allowing free tier testing. Cross-platform Pro subscriptions provide cost efficiency versus single-device competitors.

How does Willow’s accuracy compare to Apple Dictation? Willow uses proprietary speech models and custom dictionaries to achieve 3× higher accuracy, especially for technical terms, names, and fast speech. It avoids Apple Dictation’s common errors like missed punctuation or misheard jargon.
Can I use the same account on Mac and iOS? Yes, Pro subscriptions sync custom dictionaries, settings, and unlimited dictation across macOS and iOS. Install Willow on both devices and log in with the same Apple ID or email.
Is my voice data stored or shared? No audio or transcript data is sold; dictations are encrypted in transit and processed via SOC 2-compliant servers. Locally cached data is deleted after processing.
What’s the difference between free and Pro tiers? The free tier includes a weekly word limit (unspecified in summary) and basic formatting. Pro unlocks unlimited words, AI Rewrite, cross-platform sync, and priority support.
Does Willow work offline? No, real-time speech processing requires an internet connection. However, the keyboard’s typing mode and custom dictionary remain accessible offline.

Write 5x faster with voice dictation now Available on iOS