
Top rated Dictaphones
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Plaud Note AI-Recorder
Plaud Note AI recorder: The smart companion for your voice recordings Experience state-of-the-art audio technology with the Plaud Note AI recorder. This intelligent device makes voice recording and transcription easier than ever before. Outstanding technology for seamless communication The Plaud Note AI recorder offers you fast, accurate and user-friendly functions that are perfect for meetings, lectures or creative projects. Highlights: Integrated AI technology for interactive communication and smart functions. Easy voice control for hands-free working and greater efficiency. Lightning-fast transcription for instant text conversion of your recordings. High quality recording, ideal for any environment. Lightweight, portable design with long battery life, perfect for travelling. With the Plaud Note AI recorder, you get a powerful tool that offers much more than just voice recording. Thanks to the advanced AI functions, you can optimise your work and implement your ideas faster. The intuitive operation ensures that the recorder is easily accessible for everyone, whether you're a tech expert or a beginner.

2. Sony ICD-UX570
Reduce annoying background noise with Auto Voice Recording. Are you recording someone speaking? Turn on Auto Voice Recording to optimize the audio capture settings for speech frequencies. This way, you achieve a clearer recording with less noise and reduce the risk of losing sections due to inappropriate microphone settings.
Better sound with Auto Music Recording. Auto Music Recording optimizes the audio capture settings for music frequencies. This results in fewer recording errors caused by unsuitable microphone sensitivity, giving you clear and high audio quality.
Record distant or quiet sounds with an S-microphone. Thanks to the highly sensitive, low-noise S-microphone, weak audio sources can now be recorded without excessive noise. Even distant birdsong is captured naturally and clearly.
Wider, brighter recording LED. With the UX570 series, you no longer have to wonder if recording is actually taking place. The wide, brighter LED lets you easily see whether the recording function is activated.
Get straight to the point with Time Jump. Long sections can be easily skipped. With Time Jump, you can quickly reach the important parts of your meeting, seminar, or lecture, as this feature skips 10% of the total playback time of a recording.
Easily find what you're looking for. With the UX570 series, you can quickly and easily locate the playback point you need. Easy Search allows you to skip short sections effortlessly: This feature jumps back three seconds or forward ten seconds in the recording with the push of a button.

3. Philips SpeechMike Premium Air SMP4000
This stationary dictation device is excellent for quickly and easily recording your thoughts, ideas, and notes at home or in the workplace, keeping them readily available for future use. Rewind, listen to your recordings again, and transcribe or archive them as needed.

4. Sony ICD-TX660
Sony ICD-TX660The ICD-TX660 digital voice recorder for up to 636 hrs of audio recording fits conveniently in any pocket with its lightweight and ultra-thin metallic design and is ready to use right out of the box.Features:-Slim metal body with lightweight and ultra-thin design -Integrated digital stereo microphone -OLED display -16 GB built-in memory -Max. Number of files: 5000 (199 per folder) -Calendar search for recordings -One Push Recording function - recording starts immediately even if the device was turned off -High visibility LED light indicator for recording status -Recording formats: Linear PCM / MP3 -Max. Recording time: -21 hrs 35 min (LPCM 44.1 kHz/16 bit) -159 hrs. (MP3 192 kbit/s) -238 hr. (MP3 128 kbit/s) -636 hr. (MP3 48 kbit/s mono) -recording battery life: -12 hr. (LPCM 44.1 kHz, 16 bit) -17 hrs. (MP3 192 kbit/s, MP3 128 kbit/s, MP3 48 kbit/s mono) -Recording frequency response: -95 Hz-20,000 Hz (LPCM, 48 kHz, 16 bit) -95 Hz-18,000 Hz (MP3 192 kbit/s) -95 Hz-16,000 Hz (MP3 128 kbit/s) -95 Hz-14.000 Hz (MP3, 48 kbit/s mono) -Recording features: -Auto Voice Recording for voice recording with reduced background noise -Scene Select -Recording Monitor -Low Pass Filter -VOR -Playback and editing: -Playback formats: MP3 / WAV / WMA / AAC -Repeat function (A/B) -Digital pitch control (speed control) -Simple search function -Noise Cut technology -Track marking -Time Jump function to skip 10% of the total playback time of a recording -Integrated lithium-ion battery -USB-C connector for battery charging and PC networking -Dimensions (W x H x D): 102 mm x 20 mm x 7.4 mm -Weight: approx. 29 g.

5. Olympus LS-P5 Videographer Kit
The OM SYSTEM LS-P5 Linear PCM Recorder offers professional filmmakers, YouTube enthusiasts, musicians, students, and journalists the sound quality and versatility that the LS series audio recorders are known for, in a compact and robust design that makes it the ideal companion as a standalone recorder or as a camera microphone. The all-in-one high-resolution audio kit includes a voice recorder, a 3.5 mm audio cable to angled 3.5 mm audio cable, a windscreen, a hot shoe adapter, 2 rechargeable AAA batteries, and a USB cable.

6. Philips DVT 2050
The VoiceTracer 2050 is a great voice recorder for capturing conversations on the go. With MP3 stereo recording, you get files in top-notch audio quality that you can easily share with others. With a built-in memory of 8 GB, your recorder can continuously record for several days. If the memory is insufficient, you can use the microSD card slot, which supports an additional 32 GB of storage. With Plug & Play, you can easily connect your dictation device to your PC. Enjoy your favorite radio programs whenever and as often as you like - simply activate the recording function when you hear your favorite song, and the Digital VoiceTracer will record the radio signal in MP3 format. The large display shows all important file information at a glance, and thanks to the backlight, you can see it even in low light conditions. The built-in lithium-polymer battery, which can be conveniently charged via a micro-USB cable, has enough capacity for up to 50 hours of recording time. This way, the audio recorder is always ready to use when you need it.

7. Olympus OM Systems LS-P5
The OM SYSTEM LS-P5 Linear PCM Recorder offers professional filmmakers, YouTube enthusiasts, musicians, students and journalists the sound quality and versatility for which the LS series audio recorders are renowned - in a compact and robust design that makes it the ideal companion as a stand-alone recorder or as a camera microphone.
Equipped with a zoom microphone that offers a unique audio control that mixes the input signal from the three microphones and adjusts the polar pattern in 21 steps while maintaining audio quality. Supports a maximum sampling frequency of 96 kHz and linear PCM recording with a quantisation bit rate of up to 24 bits (three times the information of a CD).
Wireless audio monitoring and full control via smartphone with the DVR.Remote app for iOS and Android. Up to a distance of max. 10 m. Distortion-free recordings of everything from loud music and ambient noise to birdsong and lectures. Intelligent Auto automatically adjusts the volume dynamically. Manual mode allows you to fine-tune the recording level to the volume of the audio source.
Bright Sound mode provides clearer recordings of the spoken word, e.g. for vlogging, lectures or meetings. Not only can you save your custom settings, but the LS-P5 also offers 2-microphone noise reduction for recording in noisy environments.
With the 2-second pre-recording mode, you'll never miss an opportunity to record birdsong or lectures due to a control delay. Use as a USB microphone and speaker. Perfect for streaming or virtual online meetings. Whether you're connecting an external microphone or using it as a camera mic, the LS-P5 offers MIC-IN and line-in as well as a headphone output. Includes 2 AA NiMh rechargeable batteries that can be charged via USB. In addition, parallel operation and charging of batteries with the power supply unit is supported.

8. Sony Icd-Px470
Sound and voice recordings with excellent clarity. The ICD-PX470 allows for stereo recordings with both narrow and wide sound fields, enabling precise alignment with the desired sound source. With an internal memory of 4 GB, expandable to 32 GB via the microSD slot, you can record for days. The S-microphone system ensures that even distant or quiet sounds are captured clearly. Stereo recordings with narrow and wide sound fields allow for the capture of the desired voices. The automatic voice recording feature reduces background noise. An integrated USB port enables easy file transfer.

9. Philips DVT1600
Discrete audio recordings with automatic speech recognition. Capture every word in important meetings or conversations with the new Philips VoiceTracer audio recorder pen. With its clear design and user-friendly functionality, the audio recorder pen is the perfect companion for any situation. The pen's built-in 360° microphone is highly sensitive and ensures crystal-clear audio recordings. The audio recorder pen is ideal for recording conversations or ideas on the go. In combination with Sembly's AI-based cloud speech recognition, you can also quickly and accurately transcribe your recordings. When you're back at your computer, simply upload your files to the Sembly application to automatically convert your recordings into text. High-quality 360° microphone for top-notch audio quality. The high-quality 360° microphone provides crystal-clear audio quality when recording notes, conversations, or meetings.

10. Sony Icd-Px240
Sony ICD-PX240 digital voice recorder with 4 GB storage. High-quality audio recordings, MP3 recording and playback. Microphone input, headphone output, and USB interface. Convenient organization, protection, and deletion of files.
The Sony ICD-PX240 ensures high-quality audio recordings with its built-in microphone and intelligent noise reduction feature. Additionally, you can play back your recordings directly through the front speaker. The maximum recording time on the internal 4 GB storage is up to 1043 hours in LP mode.
Organizing, protecting, and deleting files and folders is conveniently possible with this recorder. It also features a search function and comfortable speed control during playback.
Included in the package:
- Dictaphone
- 2x AAA batteries
- USB cable
- Software
Storage capacity: 4 GB
Additional information:
- Color: Black
- Up to 1043 hours of recording time
Audio features:
- Audio formats: MP3
- Built-in speakers: Yes
- Microphone: Built-in microphone: Yes
Interfaces:
- Connection options: USB
Dimensions:
- Width: 38.5 mm
- Height: 115.2 mm
- Depth: 21.3 mm
- Weight: 72 g
Battery:
- Capacity watt-hours: Not specified
- Battery type: No battery
- Number of batteries: 2
- Battery type: AAA
- Max runtime: 32 h
Features:
- USB
- Audio connections: 3.5 mm headphone jack: 1, Microphone jack: 1
General:
- Product type: Dictaphone
- Application area: mobile.
