Otter.ai
FreeA meeting assistant that records audio, writes notes, automatically captures slides, and generates summaries.
FreeFree tier
Inputs: audio, video
About Otter.ai
Otter is an AI notetaker and conversational knowledge engine that automatically transcribes meetings, generates summaries, captures action items, and provides an AI chat to search across meetings and connected apps. It integrates with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and offers a desktop app for bot-free recording. Otter supports live transcription in multiple languages, speaker identification, and organizes meetings into Channels. It also offers Sales, Education, Media, Recruiting, and SDR Agent use cases. Trusted by teams for time savings and accuracy.
Key Features
AI Chat across meetings and connected apps for instant answers and follow-ups
Live transcription with speaker identification in multiple languages
Automatic summaries with decisions, action items, and insights
Desktop app for bot-free recording from Mac or Windows
Channels to group conversations by team, project, or topic
Integrations with Salesforce, HubSpot, Zapier, and CRM systems
Otter MCP Server for secure access from ChatGPT and Claude
Custom AI workflows and advanced meeting templates
Unlimited storage on Pro and Business plans
Enterprise-grade security with SSO, SCIM, domain capture, and HIPAA (add-on)
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Saves significant time (users report 33% time back)
- Highly accurate transcription (praised by Tony Robbins)
- Easy to use with seamless integrations for major video conferencing tools
- Free tier available with 300 monthly transcription minutes
- AI chat enables instant retrieval of meeting knowledge
- Organizes meetings into Channels for team collaboration
Cons
- Free tier limited to 300 monthly transcription minutes
- Advanced features (e.g., custom workflows, unlimited imports) require paid plans
- Meeting duration limit of up to 90 minutes on free and Pro plans
- Limited file imports on free tier (3 lifetime) and Pro (10/month)
- Some integrations (Salesforce, HubSpot) have user limits on Business plan
Best For
Sales: Capture call notes, get live coaching tips, automate follow-ups, and drive CRM efficiencyEducation: Automatically capture lectures and discussions, turning them into searchable notes and summariesMedia: Capture interviews and production meetings, auto-generate transcripts, key quotes, and draft notesRecruiting Agent: Get real-time help during interviews and turn conversations into structured candidate insightsSDR Agent: Engage website visitors with personalized video calls and tailored demos 24/7
FAQ
What is Otter.ai?
Otter is an AI-powered meeting assistant that records audio, provides live transcription, generates summaries, and extracts action items from meetings.
How much does Otter cost?
Otter offers a free Basic plan with 300 monthly transcription minutes. Pro is $8.33/user/month (annual), Business at $19.99/user/month, and Enterprise with custom pricing.
Does Otter integrate with video conferencing tools?
Yes, Otter integrates with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet.
Can Otter access my calendar?
Yes, Otter can connect with Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, and iOS Calendar to automatically join meetings.
Is Otter secure for enterprise use?
Otter offers enterprise-grade security controls, SSO, SCIM, domain capture, and HIPAA compliance as an add-on.