AI note takers compared
AI note takers come in two kinds: hardware recorders (Plaud) and software that joins or listens to calls (Otter, Granola, Fireflies).
| Product | What it is | What to check before buying | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaud | Hardware AI voice recorder with app transcription | Check which transcription minutes are included and the cost of more | Check current price (link coming soon) |
| Otter | Software transcription for meetings | Check supported meeting apps and free-tier limits | Check current price (link coming soon) |
| Granola | AI meeting notes app on your computer | Check platform support (desktop OS) | Check current price (link coming soon) |
| Fireflies | Meeting bot that records and summarises calls | Check integrations with your CRM or notes app | Check current price (link coming soon) |
How to choose
- In-person meetings or lectures favour a hardware recorder; video calls favour software.
- Recording laws differ: get consent from everyone recorded.
- Check where recordings are stored and whether they train AI models.
Where to buy, by country
Prices on this site are shown in USD as a reference once verified. Local prices differ because of tax, duties and shipping. Retailers named are common places to check, not confirmed stockists.
| Country | Currency | Where to look | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | USD | Maker's US store, Amazon US, Best Buy or Walmart where stocked; sales tax added at checkout | Check current price (link coming soon) |
| United Kingdom | GBP | Maker's UK store, Amazon UK, Currys or Argos where stocked; prices include VAT | Check current price (link coming soon) |
| European Union | EUR | Maker's EU store or Amazon DE/FR/IT/ES; prices include VAT; check EU 14-day return right | Check current price (link coming soon) |
| Canada | CAD | Maker's Canadian store, Amazon.ca or Best Buy Canada; check duties if shipped from the US | Check current price (link coming soon) |
| Australia | AUD | Maker's AU store, Amazon.com.au or JB Hi-Fi where stocked; GST included; Australian Consumer Law applies | Check current price (link coming soon) |
| New Zealand | NZD | Maker's NZ store, Noel Leeming, PB Tech or The Warehouse where stocked; GST included; Consumer Guarantees Act applies | Check current price (link coming soon) |
Specs and prices are not listed until verified on the maker's own page. Always check current details before buying.