Whisper

OpenAIAUDIO Open weight
Provider
OpenAI
Modality
AUDIO
Parameters
Context window
Weights
Open
Released

Whisper is OpenAI's open speech-to-text model, with strong multilingual transcription including Hindi.

Because it is open and free, it is the default choice for self-hosted transcription and subtitles.

Best for

  • Transcription and subtitles
  • Multilingual and Hindi audio
  • Private, self-hosted speech-to-text

Strengths & how it compares

  • Free, open and accurate across many languages.
  • Runs locally or via a low-cost hosted API.
  • Vs cloud STT services: free and private; large models need a GPU for speed.

How to access

Free (open weights); hosted API per minute.

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