Android System Requirements

Last updated: April 30, 2026

Available on: Android

Wondering if Wispr Flow will run on your Android phone, tablet, foldable, or Chromebook? You'll need Android 13 or later, an internet connection, and a few permissions. This guide helps you confirm compatibility in under a minute.

Minimum requirements

  • Android 13 or later: Earlier versions are not supported. Android 16 is fully supported.

  • Internet connection: Offline transcription is not available.

  • Free storage: Flow uses internal storage first and falls back to external storage if available. If storage runs out during dictation, recording stops and you'll need to free up space to start a new session.

  • Permissions: During setup, you grant overlay (draw over other apps), accessibility service, microphone, and notification permissions. You may also be prompted to exempt Flow from battery optimization.

  • Accelerometer sensor: Required for shake-to-unsnooze. Flow only uses the accelerometer when the Flow Bubble is snoozed, which keeps battery use minimal. Devices without an accelerometer cannot install Flow from the Play Store.

Device compatibility

  • Smartphones: Most Android smartphones running Android 13 or later are supported, including devices from Samsung, Google Pixel, OnePlus, Xiaomi, OPPO, TECNO, Infinix, and itel. Devices with more RAM generally perform better.

  • Tablets: Android tablets running Android 13 or later are supported. The Flow Bubble adapts to larger screens.

  • Foldables: Foldables like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series are supported. The Flow Bubble adapts when you fold or unfold your device, rotate, or enter multi-window mode.

  • Chromebooks: Chromebooks that support Android apps and run Android 13 or later may work. Performance varies by model and Android compatibility layer.

How to check your device

  1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.

  2. Tap About phone (or About tablet) and confirm your Android version shows 13 or higher.

  3. Go back to Settings → Storage and confirm you have adequate free space.

Tip: If your device meets all requirements, install Wispr Flow directly from the Google Play Store.

FAQs

My device has Android 12. Can I still use Wispr Flow?

No. Wispr Flow requires Android 13 or later. Check for a system update under Settings → System → Software update.

Is Flow compatible with Samsung One UI?

Yes. Samsung devices running One UI based on Android 13 or later are fully compatible. The Flow Bubble is optimized for One UI and displays without unwanted extra animations.

Will Flow work on my work phone with MDM?

It depends on your organization's MDM policies. Some configurations restrict accessibility services or app installations. Contact your IT administrator if you cannot enable the required permissions.

Does Wispr Flow work on Android Go devices?

Android Go devices are not officially supported. They typically have limited RAM, which may cause reduced performance or instability.

What happens if I lose internet connection during a recording?

Flow falls back to standard transcription, which may take longer than usual. Very long dictations (audio files over 10 MB) may not be recoverable on the fallback path. If transcription fails entirely, you'll see "Failed to transcribe. Saved in the app." with a Retry button.

What happens if Flow is shut down in the background?

Flow runs as a persistent background service and displays a "Quick Actions" notification while active, which reduces the chance of it being stopped. If it is unexpectedly shut down — for example, due to a crash — it restarts within a few seconds.

On devices that aggressively manage background apps (Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO, Realme, OPPO, Vivo, Huawei, OnePlus, Transsion, and Samsung), Flow also restarts automatically after a device reboot or app update, so you do not need to reopen the app to restore the bubble. If Flow is closed entirely, reopening the app brings it back automatically.

If the accessibility service itself is turned off (for example, by your device's battery manager), Flow cannot restart on its own. You'll see a prompt to re-enable the accessibility permission as soon as you open the app again.

I switched microphones mid-recording on Android 16. Will that affect my dictation?

On Android 16, Flow detects mic changes and continues the session. For best results, finish your current dictation and start a new one after settling on a microphone.

What happens if Flow cannot paste text into a field?

Flow saves the text to your clipboard instead. You'll see "Couldn't paste text. Saved to clipboard." with a Paste button to retry.

Device-specific setup

Realme, OPPO, Vivo, Huawei, OnePlus, or Transsion

Tapping "Allow" during setup opens your device's battery settings screen. Flow detects when you return to the app and automatically opens the correct screen to grant the exemption. Once granted, you'll be taken back to finish setup — no manual navigation needed.

Xiaomi, Redmi, or POCO (MIUI)

Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO devices running MIUI require two separate permissions to keep Flow running in the background. During setup, Flow guides you through both steps automatically:

  1. Enable Autostart for Wispr Flow in your device's Background autostart manager.

  2. Select No restrictions on the Battery details screen (Flow opens this automatically) to prevent the battery manager from stopping the app.

Once both permissions are granted, Flow brings you back to finish setup — no manual navigation needed. If you skipped the second step previously, grant it manually under Settings → Apps → Wispr Flow → Battery → No restrictions.

Limitations and notes

  • Each dictation session has a maximum duration of 5 minutes. You'll see a warning with 1 minute remaining, and the session ends automatically at the limit.

  • Devices with limited RAM may experience slower performance or instability.

  • Some manufacturer-specific Android customizations may affect accessibility features. Exempt Flow from battery optimization during setup on devices with aggressive battery management (common on Samsung, Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO, OPPO, Huawei, Vivo, OnePlus, Realme, Motorola, and Transsion/TECNO/Infinix devices). Flow guides you through the required steps automatically during setup.

  • Language is auto-detected — there is no manual language selection on Android.

  • There is no privacy mode or data retention toggle on Android.

  • Dictation sound effects are always enabled and cannot be turned off.

  • Transcription history is stored locally on your device and does not sync across devices.

  • The Flow Bubble is automatically hidden in banking and financial apps for security.