Dragon Speech Recognition Software in Australia
Still searching for Dragon NaturallySpeaking or Dragon Dictate? Those legacy names have evolved into today's Dragon solutions, including Dragon Professional 16, Dragon Medical One, and Dragon Anywhere. Compare the best option for medical, legal, business and enterprise use, with local Australian advice on pricing, setup and support.
Looking for Dragon NaturallySpeaking?
Dragon NaturallySpeaking and Dragon Dictate were the original product names used by Nuance Communications for over two decades. Many Australian professionals still search for Dragon NaturallySpeaking when looking for speech recognition software. The product range has been updated and rebranded - but the technology is better than ever.
Why Australian professionals choose Dragon NaturallySpeaking products
Dictate 3x faster than typing
Dragon NaturallySpeaking products convert speech to text at up to 160 words per minute with 99% accuracy from first use. Clinicians, lawyers and business professionals reduce documentation time by 50% or more.
Specialist vocabulary built in
Dragon Medical One includes multiple medical specialty vocabularies. Dragon Legal includes legal terminology. No custom training required - accurate from day one in your professional context.
Cloud or desktop - your choice
Dragon Professional 16 runs fully offline for complete privacy and command control. Dragon Professional Anywhere and Dragon Medical One are cloud-based for anywhere access and automatic updates.
Local Australian support
Voice Recognition Australia has deployed Dragon NaturallySpeaking products in Australian medical practices, law firms and government agencies for 25 years. We provide hands-on onboarding, training and ongoing support - in your timezone.
Dragon products for every professional
Desktop and cloud options for individuals, teams and enterprise. Contact us for volume and medical pricing.
- Multiple medical specialties
- Cloud - any device
- No voice training needed
- EHR integration
- Works offline
- Voice commands and macros
- Transcribe recordings
- Install on up to 2 PCs
- Cloud-based, always updated
- Virtual desktop and Citrix
- Centralised admin (NMC)
- Mobile app included
- Legal terminology
- Cloud-based
- Law firm deployment
- Centralised admin
- Full Dragon Professional 16
- Accessibility and assistive
- NDIS eligible
- Own it forever
All prices AUD inc GST as published by Voice Recognition Australia. Verify current pricing before purchase.
Documentation time saved - 10 users over 12 months
| Scenario | Impact | Method |
|---|---|---|
| With Dragon (dictation) | ~2,600 hrs saved | Voice input |
| Without Dragon (typing) | Baseline | Manual typing |
| Outsourced transcription | ~$52,000/yr est. | Third-party cost |
| Dragon Medical One (10 users) | Fraction of above | Subscription |
Based on average 2 hours documentation per day per user. Dragon users commonly report significant reductions in documentation time.
25 years deploying Dragon NaturallySpeaking in Australia
Voice Recognition Australia has been the trusted Dragon NaturallySpeaking reseller for Australian medical practices, law firms, government agencies and enterprises since 1999. From the original Dragon Dictate to today's Dragon Professional and Dragon Medical One, we provide local onboarding, training and ongoing support.
Dragon product range
How it works
From enquiry to dictating in days - we handle licensing, setup and training locally.
Tell us about your team
Let us know your profession, number of users, and whether you prefer desktop or cloud. We recommend the right Dragon product for your workflow.
Trial and validate
We set up a free trial in your environment. For medical teams, we can demonstrate Dragon Medical One with your EHR system.
Deploy with local support
We handle licensing, installation and onboarding. Your team is dictating faster within days - with ongoing Australian support.
Purpose-built for demanding professional environments
Specialist vocabulary, cloud flexibility and enterprise-grade security - built for Australian healthcare and legal workflows.
Dragon Medical One - built for clinicians
Dragon Medical One is the cloud-based medical speech recognition solution trusted by clinicians worldwide. With multiple built-in medical specialty vocabularies covering cardiology, radiology, pathology and more, it requires no voice profile training and delivers accurate transcription from day one. Hosted on Microsoft Azure with HIPAA-aligned security.
Dragon Professional - for business and legal teams
Dragon Professional 16 and Dragon Professional Anywhere give business and legal professionals the speed and accuracy to eliminate documentation bottlenecks. Custom voice commands, macro automation, full Microsoft 365 integration and centralised team management make Dragon the productivity platform for document-intensive organisations.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dragon NaturallySpeaking still available?
Dragon NaturallySpeaking and Dragon Dictate were the original product names. The current product range includes Dragon Professional 16 (desktop), Dragon Professional Anywhere (cloud), Dragon Medical One (medical) and Dragon Legal Anywhere. All are available through Voice Recognition Australia and we can help you identify which current product matches your previous Dragon NaturallySpeaking version.
What happened to Dragon Dictate?
Dragon Dictate was the Mac version of Dragon NaturallySpeaking. Nuance discontinued Dragon Dictate for Mac. Current alternatives include Dragon Professional Anywhere (cloud-based, works via browser) and Speech Recognition Cloud. Contact us to discuss the best replacement for your Mac workflow.
What is the difference between Dragon Professional 16 and Dragon Professional Anywhere?
Dragon Professional 16 is a locally installed desktop application - it runs fully offline once activated, ideal for users who need command and control or work in secure environments. Dragon Professional Anywhere is cloud-based, always updated, and ideal for virtual desktops and distributed teams.
Is Dragon Medical One suitable for Australian GPs and specialists?
Yes - Dragon Medical One is used extensively by Australian GPs, specialists, and hospital clinicians. It includes specialty vocabularies for general practice, cardiology, radiology, oncology and many more. Contact us for a demonstration with your specific EHR system.
Does Dragon Medical One integrate with Best Practice or Medical Director?
Dragon Medical One integrates with major Australian clinical software including Best Practice, Medical Director and hospital EHR systems. Contact us to confirm compatibility with your specific setup.
Can I trial Dragon before purchasing?
Yes - free trials are available for Dragon Professional 16 and Dragon Professional Anywhere. For Dragon Medical One, we can arrange a demonstration and trial in your clinical environment. Contact our Australian team to arrange access.
Ready to start dictating faster?
Tell us about your team and we will recommend the right Dragon product - Medical One, Professional, Anywhere or Legal - with local onboarding and support.
- Your profession or industry (medical, legal, business)
- Desktop or cloud preference
- Number of users and deployment environment
- Current dictation or typing workflow