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Dragon NaturallySpeaking Premium 15

by Nuance Communications

$699.00, see price history

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Setup with instructions Anyone comfortable installing software can set this up with the instructions, and a family member can usually help you reach good results in under an hour. It needs a microphone, a voice profile, and some practice with commands, so it is more than a plug-and-go product. Someone with limited hand use may need help with the first install and setup.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

Dragon NaturallySpeaking Premium turns your speech into typed text on a Windows computer, so you can write documents and email by talking instead of typing. You can also speak commands to edit and proofread text, open programs, and move between them. It works with Word and WordPerfect, and a sidebar shows handy commands for whichever window is open. Custom commands let you tailor it to how you work. It's a good fit if typing is hard or tiring, or if you prefer to work without a keyboard. Heads-up: the page text mixes version numbers (13, 11 and 15), so confirm which version you are getting before you buy.

Getting it

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Where to get it

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$699.00

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Details

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Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$699.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • With a guide
    1. Run the installer. It checks your computer and won't install if the minimum requirements aren't met.
    2. Plug in a good-quality microphone or headset and run the first-time setup to create your voice profile.
    3. Practice a few short dictations and basic voice commands, then add custom commands as needed. Plan on about 30-60 minutes.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Independent Living Aids — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 4, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: medium. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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