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Hedy alternatives

Hedy compared with 7 alternatives: Cluely, Granola, Jamie, TwinMind, Otter.ai and 2 more.

Hedy has a free plan. Paid plans start at $8.33 per month, billed yearly ($99.99 per year). 6 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

7 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
HedyThis toolFree plan · from $8.33/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
CluelyFree plan · from $11.99/moYesmacOS, Windows, iOS
GranolaFree plan · from $14/moYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
JamieFree plan · from €21/moYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
TwinMindFree plan · from $11.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Otter.aiFree plan · from $8.33/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
CueFree trial · from $99.99/yrTrial onlyWeb, macOS, iOS, Android
VoicenotesFree plan · from $9/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension

How each one differs from Hedy

  1. Cluely

    Live AI answers and bot-free notes in a desktop meeting overlay

    • Cluely starts at $11.99 per month, billed annually ($143.88 per year). Hedy starts at $8.33 per month, billed yearly ($99.99 per year).
    • Only Hedy lists a web app.
    • Only Hedy lists an Android app.
    • Hedy can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: People who want AI help during a call, not only a recap afterward

  2. Granola

    AI notepad that transcribes meetings from device audio, no bot

    • Granola starts at $14 per user / month, billed monthly. Hedy starts at $8.33 per month, billed yearly ($99.99 per year).
    • Only Hedy lists a web app.
    • Hedy can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Granola also covers templates.

    Suits: People who do not want a recording bot visible in their calls

  3. Jamie

    Bot-free AI note taker with EU data hosting

    • Jamie starts at €21 per user / month, billed annually. Hedy starts at $8.33 per month, billed yearly ($99.99 per year).
    • Only Hedy lists a web app.
    • Hedy can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Jamie also covers templates.

    Suits: People who want meeting notes without a bot joining the call

  4. TwinMind

    All-day transcription and memory app for meetings and conversations

    • TwinMind starts at $11.99 per month, billed annually ($14.99 billed monthly). Hedy starts at $8.33 per month, billed yearly ($99.99 per year).
    • Only TwinMind lists a browser extension.
    • Hedy can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: People who want one running record of meetings, calls and in-person conversations

  5. Otter.ai

    Live meeting transcription with summaries and AI chat

    • Otter.ai starts at $8.33 per user / month, billed annually. Hedy starts at $8.33 per month, billed yearly ($99.99 per year).
    • Only Otter.ai lists a browser extension.
    • Hedy can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Reading a live transcript while a meeting or lecture is still going

  6. Cue

    Bot-free meeting recorder with summaries and action items

    • Cue starts at $99.99 per year for one person; Teams $89.99 per seat / year. Hedy starts at $8.33 per month, billed yearly ($99.99 per year).
    • Hedy has a free plan. Cue does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Hedy lists a Windows app.
    • Hedy can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: In-person meetings, lectures and appointments recorded on a phone

  7. Voicenotes

    Bot-free AI notetaker for meetings, memos and dictation

    • Voicenotes starts at $9 per user / month; billing basis not stated. Hedy starts at $8.33 per month, billed yearly ($99.99 per year).
    • Only Voicenotes lists a browser extension.
    • Hedy can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Voicenotes also covers dictation and notes.

    Suits: People who want one app for meetings, voice memos and dictation

Limits worth knowing in Hedy

  • The Free plan is capped at 5 hours a month, and real-time AI insights stop after the first 30 minutes of each session.
  • Importing past recordings, chat across sessions and the Zapier, Make and API integrations need Pro or Lifetime.
  • Hedy for Teams, with shared workspaces and seat management, is in preview behind a waitlist, so current plans are for individuals.
  • Other apps connect through automation platforms, webhooks or the API; the integrations page lists no direct CRM or task-app connectors.
Hedy pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Hedy?

The alternatives to Hedy in this directory are Cluely, Granola, Jamie, TwinMind, Otter.ai, Cue and Voicenotes. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Hedy.

Is there a free alternative to Hedy?

Yes. Cluely, Granola, Jamie, TwinMind, Otter.ai and Voicenotes have a free plan alongside paid ones.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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