SayIt
private, local text-to-speech for macOS
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What is SayIt?
SayIt is a macOS text-to-speech application that converts selected text to natural speech using open models running locally on Apple silicon. All processing happens offline with no cloud connectivity, accounts, or analytics—keeping content completely private on the user's machine.
SayIt pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free & open source
SayIt pros
- Completely private and offline—no cloud connectivity, accounts, or data sharing required
- Free and open source with full GitHub access
- Runs natively on Apple silicon with low latency and no external dependencies
- Menu-bar player with intuitive controls (waveform seeking, playback speed, history)
SayIt cons
- Limited to macOS 15+ on Apple silicon (excludes Intel Macs and older systems)
- Very early version (v0.1.4) suggests limited maturity and potential stability issues
- Requires manual model download from Hugging Face before first use
Frequently asked questions about SayIt
Does SayIt send my text to the cloud?
No. All processing runs entirely on your machine using local models. No cloud connectivity, internet, or accounts required.
Which text-to-speech models does SayIt support?
SayIt uses open MLX models from Hugging Face. The app includes a model library where you can browse and download available models.
Do I need internet after downloading a model?
No. Models download once and run completely offline thereafter.
What are the system requirements?
macOS 15 or later running on Apple silicon (M1, M2, M3, etc.). Intel Macs are not supported.