Why Choose Moonshine?
Moonshine combines speed, accuracy, and flexibility in one powerful package that runs entirely on your local device without requiring cloud connectivity.
5x Faster Processing
Process audio at 5x the speed of OpenAI's Whisper without sacrificing accuracy.
Whisper-Level Accuracy
Enjoy the same high-quality transcription accuracy as industry-leading models.
Flexible Licensing
Available in both open-source and commercial versions to suit your project needs.
Powerful Speech Recognition
Advanced optimization techniques deliver faster results without compromising quality.
Optimized Architecture
Moonshine's architecture has been carefully designed for speed while maintaining the accuracy of the original Whisper model.
Efficient Processing
Our framework uses parallel processing and advanced caching techniques to dramatically reduce transcription time.
Easy Integration
A simple API makes it easy to integrate Moonshine into your existing applications and workflows.
Python API
import moonshine
# Load the model
model = moonshine.load_model(“base”)
# Transcribe audio
result = model.transcribe(“audio.mp3”)
# Print the transcription
print(result[“text”])
Just a few lines of code to get high-quality transcriptions.
Voice in the Browser
Our powerful JavaScript library adds reliable speech recognition to any web application with zero backend requirements.
MoonshineJS for the Web
Transcribe audio at 5x the speed of OpenAI's Whisper without sacrificing accuracy, entirely locally.
Cross-Browser Compatibility
Works reliably in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and mobile browsers, eliminating inconsistencies in native implementations.
Privacy-Focused
All processing happens in the user's browser, ensuring speech data never leaves their device without explicit permission.
Zero Backend Costs
Eliminate server costs and complexity by running speech recognition entirely on the client side.
Use Cases
Enjoy the same high-quality transcription accuracy as industry-leading models.
Conversational Interfaces
Allow users to speak naturally to any AI chatbot and hear responses spoken back, creating more intuitive interactions.
Live Captions
Add accurate, real-time captions to any media content, improving accessibility and user experience.
Voice Commands
Implement voice controls for web applications, enabling hands-free navigation and operation.
Quick Start
Add MoonshineJS to your project using our CDN-hosted solution, then easily transcribe audio from a user's microphone.
import * as Moonshine from 'https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/@usefulsensors/moonshine-js@latest/dist/moonshine.min.js'
var transcriber = new Moonshine.MicrophoneTranscriber(
"model/tiny",
{
onTranscriptionUpdated(text) {
console.log(text)
}
}
)
transcriber.start();
Voice for Every Device
Add voice interfaces to any hardware with Moonshine's lightweight embedded solution.
Ultra-Lightweight Design
Moonshine's optimized architecture requires minimal resources, making it perfect for embedded systems and IoT devices.
Sub-$5 Hardware Compatible
Runs efficiently on inexpensive SoCs and microcontrollers, making voice interfaces accessible for any budget.
100% Offline Operation
No network connection required — all processing happens locally on the device for complete privacy and reliability.
Technical Specifications
Applications
Add voice interfaces to virtually any device or system without cloud dependencies.
Smart Toys
Create interactive toys with natural voice recognition that work without internet connectivity.
Consumer Electronics
Enhance appliances, speakers, and home devices with reliable voice control that works offline.
Industrial Systems
Enable hands-free operation in manufacturing, logistics, and field service applications.
Medical Devices
Create accessible healthcare devices with voice interfaces that maintain patient privacy.