
Dragon Professional v16
Offline, on-premise speech recognition built for business, government, and secure Australian workplaces.
Dragon Professional v16 is Nuance’s most powerful on-premise speech-to-text solution, designed for Windows environments where cloud access is restricted or not preferred. With no internet required for dictation, it ensures total control over sensitive information.
Perfect for legal professionals, public sector teams, education providers and NDIS participants, Dragon v16 empowers users to draft documents, emails and reports using only their voice. It supports Microsoft Office, custom commands, and even voice automation across applications.
Compatible with Windows 10 & 11, and Citrix or RDP environments, Dragon v16 is licensed per user and available as a standalone license, or through volume and enterprise deployment. Upgrade pricing is also available for existing Dragon v15 customers.
100% Australian-owned and operated, VoiceX provides local supply, onboarding, training add-ons and ongoing support.
- Dragon Professional v16 | Stand-alone*SALE ENDS 30th June* | Imediate DownloadSpecial Price AUD$955.00 Regular Price AUD$995.00
- Dragon Professional v16 | 12-Month License*SALE ENDS 30th June* |Unlimited activationsSpecial Price AUD$550.00 Regular Price AUD$799.00
- Dragon Professional v16 for Students/Teachers & NDISDiscounted Dragon 16 LicensingAUD$545.00
- Dragon Professional v16 | Stand-alone UPGRADEUpgrade from Dragon Pro Individual v15Special Price AUD$475.00 Regular Price AUD$495.00
- Dragon Professional v16 NDIS Discount BundleWith all the support you needSpecial Price AUD$995.00 Regular Price AUD$1,599.00
- Dragon Professional v16 + Philips DPM8000 Kit*SALE ENDS 30th June* | Realtime & speech deferred recognitionSpecial Price AUD$1,298.00 Regular Price AUD$1,799.00
- Dragon Professional v16 | EnterpriseDiscounted multi-user licensing for sites with 5+ users.
- Dragon Professional v16 | Enterprise UPGRADEUpgrade from Dragon Professional Group v15
- Dragon Professional v16 | Educational Volume LicenseDiscounted licensing for schools. 50+ seats
Licensing Options for Every User
Choose the license that best suits your needs. Dragon Professional v16 is available in standalone, subscription, enterprise and discounted student/NDIS options.
- Dragon 16 Stand-alone License: Includes 2 activations (main system + disaster recovery). Designed for single-computer use. No software upgrade assurance.
- Dragon 16 12-Month License: Unlimited installs, full software upgrade assurance included. Ideal for professionals working on multiple computers but are unable to use cloud solutions.
- Dragon 16 Enterprise License: Volume/Group discounts for 5+ users, unlimited activations, optional NMC (Nuance Management Centre), support and training bundles available. On-premise software for Enterprise envioronments.
- Dragon 16 Student / NDIS License: Stand-alone license at a discounted rate. Available to students, schools, educators, and NDIS clients/agencies.


Why Choose Dragon Professional v16?
Dragon Professional v16 is Nuance’s most advanced on-premise speech recognition solution for Windows, providing industry-leading voice-to-text accuracy, real-time transcription, and full desktop voice control—without requiring internet connectivity.
With support for Windows 11, Microsoft Office 365 and custom macros, it's perfect for legal, business and education professionals seeking secure, offline voice-to-text capabilities.
- Professionals needing secure, offline dictation
- Government and enterprise IT teams requiring self-managed software
- NDIS clients, educators and students needing accessibility tools
Recommended Microphones
Microphone quality will make all the difference to your speech recognition accuracy. VoiceX offers a wide range of wired and wireless microphones, headsets, and handheld dictation devices.
The best microphone for professional dictation? Try the Philips SpeechMike Premium
See the complete range of Speech Recognition Microphones

On-Premise vs Cloud Speech Recognition
Feature | Dragon Professional v16 (On-Premise) | Cloud Versions (DPA, DLA, DMO) |
---|---|---|
Internet Required | No | Yes |
Mobility | Desktop only | Any Windows PC, mobile & browser |
Automatic Updates | No | Yes |
IT Admin Control | Local NMC for centralised admin (optional) | NMC for centralised admin (optional) |
Voice Profile Management & Backups | Local only – no cloud backup |
Securely backed up and synced in the cloud across all devices |
Looking for cloud-based speech recognition? View Dragon Professional Anywhere, Dragon Legal Anywhere or Dragon Medical One.
Why Choose VoiceX?
- 100% Australian-owned and operated
- Nuance-certified reseller, trainer and implementation partner
- Expert technical support and setup guidance
- Volume and education discounts available
- Over 20 years of experience in speech recognition
Ready to experience Dragon Professional v16?
Start your free 14-day trial today or contact VoiceX for volume pricing, licensing advice, and onboarding support.
Start Free TrialDragon Professional v16 – FAQs
- Q: Can Dragon Professional v16 be installed on multiple devices?
A: The standalone version allows 2 activations. The subscription and enterprise versions allow unlimited installations. - Q: Does Dragon v16 work with Microsoft Office?
A: Yes. It integrates with Word, Outlook, Excel, and more for full voice control and dictation. - Q: What are the system requirements?
A: A 64-bit Windows 10 or 11 PC with 4GB RAM or higher. Internet is not required for daily use, only for activation and updates. - Q: Is there a version for Mac?
A: Dragon v16 is Windows-only. Mac users should consider cloud-based options like Dragon Medical One with Helium or SpeechLive AI Assistant.