StyleTTS
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Original StyleTTS — predecessor of StyleTTS2.
Best for comparison baseline against StyleTTS2. Pricing: free.
What it is
The original StyleTTS code. MIT.
Watch out for: Superseded by StyleTTS2.
Install / use
git clone https://github.com/yl4579/StyleTTSWhat people actually do with StyleTTS-style transcription
The tool is the means. These are the jobs — each one priced at published rates, each one wired up on its own page.
Features
| Speaker diarization | No |
| Word-level timestamps | Yes |
| Streaming / real-time | No |
| Languages supported | 2 |
| HIPAA eligible | No |
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StyleTTS vs Whipscribe
| Feature | StyleTTS | Whipscribe |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Open source | Transcription APIs |
| Pricing | free | $6–$24 one-time packs (credits never expire) · first 20 minutes free |
| Speaker identification | No | Named in the summary, key quotes and chapters |
| Word timestamps | Yes | Yes |
| Streaming | No | No |
| Languages | 2 | 99 |
| Platforms | Linux | Web, API, MCP |
Alternatives to StyleTTS
Frequently asked about StyleTTS
Is StyleTTS free?
Yes. StyleTTS is free and open source.
Does StyleTTS work on Mac, Windows and Linux?
StyleTTS runs on Linux. It is not listed for other platforms; check the vendor for anything beyond Linux.
How do I install StyleTTS?
Clone and run it from source: `git clone https://github.com/yl4579/StyleTTS`. Expect to install its dependencies yourself — the README has the exact steps per OS.
How many languages does StyleTTS support?
StyleTTS lists 2 languages.
Does StyleTTS identify different speakers?
No. StyleTTS does not label speakers; a conversation comes back as one continuous text. If you need speaker labels, that is a separate tool or a different service.
Does StyleTTS give word-level timestamps?
Yes — StyleTTS produces timing per word, which is what subtitle cues and clip boundaries need.
Can StyleTTS transcribe live audio?
No — StyleTTS works on finished files, not a live stream.
Is StyleTTS HIPAA compliant?
StyleTTS does not claim HIPAA compliance. For PHI, run it on infrastructure you control or choose a service that will sign a BAA.
What are the limitations of StyleTTS?
Superseded by StyleTTS2.
Who is StyleTTS best for?
Comparison baseline against StyleTTS2.
Does StyleTTS run offline?
StyleTTS runs on your own machine — it is open source, so nothing leaves the computer unless you configure it to.
Can I use StyleTTS in the browser?
No — StyleTTS is a Linux application, not a web app. You install it rather than sign in to it.
Where is the StyleTTS source code?
On GitHub at github.com/yl4579/StyleTTS. It is maintained by yl4579.
What kind of tool is StyleTTS?
In this directory StyleTTS is filed under tts, research, legacy as a open-source tool.
What are the alternatives to StyleTTS?
There is a side-by-side page at /tools/styletts-alternatives comparing StyleTTS with the closest tools in the same category on price, platform and features.
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