Pay Once, Use Forever
Lifetime licenses give you unlimited Stenox use with a single payment. No subscriptions, no renewals, no recurring fees.Lifetime
One-time purchaseUnlimited use with local and BYOK providers.
Lifetime Plus
One-time purchaseEverything + Stenox Cloud included.
Compare Lifetime Options
| Feature | Lifetime | Lifetime Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Daily dictation limit | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| WhisperKit (local transcription) | ✓ | ✓ |
| MLX (local AI enhancement) | ✓ | ✓ |
| BYOK cloud providers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stenox Cloud | $5 credit | Unlimited |
| All profiles & features | ✓ | ✓ |
| Future updates | ✓ | ✓ |
Lifetime
The standard Lifetime license is perfect if you:- Already have API keys from DeepGram, OpenAI, Gemini, or Groq
- Want to use local providers (WhisperKit + MLX) exclusively
- Prefer to manage your own cloud provider accounts
BYOK is powerful. With your own API keys, you get direct access to providers, full control over your accounts, and often better pricing.
What You Get
- Unlimited dictation — No daily limits
- $5 Stenox Cloud credit — Try Stenox Cloud included
- All features — Profiles, vocabulary, file transcription
- Local providers — WhisperKit and MLX included
- BYOK cloud — Use any supported cloud provider with your keys
- Future updates — All app updates included
Lifetime Plus
Lifetime Plus includes everything in Lifetime, plus Stenox Cloud:- Stenox Cloud Transcription — No API key setup needed
- Stenox Cloud AI Enhancement — High-quality enhancement included
- Zero configuration — Just activate and start dictating
Who Should Choose Lifetime Plus?
- You want the simplest possible experience
- You don’t want to manage API keys
- You want to support Stenox development
- You want everything included with no extra setup
Purchase Lifetime License
1
Visit stenox.app
Go to stenox.app/pricing and select Lifetime or Lifetime Plus
2
Complete Checkout
Payments are processed securely by Polar
3
Receive License Key
Your license key will be emailed immediately
4
Activate in Stenox
Open Stenox → Settings → License and sign in with your purchase email
The email you use during checkout is used for license delivery, billing, and portal access.
Get Lifetime
Purchase a lifetime license at stenox.app
Lifetime vs Plus Subscription
| Factor | Plus (Monthly) | Lifetime | Lifetime Plus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stenox Cloud | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Payment | Recurring | One-time | One-time |
| Break-even | — | ~6 months | ~8 months |
| Best for | Trying Stenox | BYOK users | Everyone |
If you plan to use Stenox for more than 6-8 months, a lifetime license offers better long-term value.
FAQ
What happens after I purchase?
What happens after I purchase?
Your license activates immediately. You’ll see your license status in Settings → License.
Can I upgrade from Lifetime to Lifetime Plus?
Can I upgrade from Lifetime to Lifetime Plus?
Yes! Contact support to upgrade and pay the difference.
Do lifetime licenses include future updates?
Do lifetime licenses include future updates?
Yes. All app updates are included forever. You’ll always have access to the latest features.
What if Stenox shuts down?
What if Stenox shuts down?
Lifetime licenses include perpetual access to local features (WhisperKit, MLX). These work entirely on your Mac without any server dependency.
Can I use my license on multiple Macs?
Can I use my license on multiple Macs?
Yes! Lifetime licenses can be used on up to 3 Macs. Perfect for your desktop, laptop, and home office setup.