Alter
Native macOS AI assistant that reads screen context, runs voice actions and records meetings, with 50+ models and local-model support.
What it does
Alter is a macOS AI assistant that understands on-screen and app context. It lets users trigger actions by voice, auto-insert AI output into any app, record and summarize meetings with speaker ID, and access 50+ cloud models or run local models via Ollama and LM Studio.
Core features
Screen and app context awareness (Appsense)
Voice-first commands and dictation
Meeting recording with speaker identification
Access to 50+ AI models plus routers
Local model support and bring-your-own API keys
2,000+ tool integrations and 80+ custom actions
Best for
→Hands-free control of Mac apps by voice
→Recording and summarizing meetings
→Inserting AI responses directly into any app
→Private, offline AI with local models
Pricing
Free
Local+
$29/year
Pro
$240/year
Lifetime
$720
Tutorials
Step-by-step: exactly how to get things done with it.