Superwhisper

Local Whisper on Mac — runs large-v3 on-device (your M2 Ultra eats this for breakfast). Faithful transcription, multiple model choices, BYOK, per-app modes. No cloud = privacy fits your self-hosting philosophy. Cons: Mac-only, weaker built-in AI cleanup than Wispr, and small/local models can trip on regional accents (use the largest model for Québec FR). $8.49/mo or $249 lifetime. The contrarian best-fit for you.