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Omi alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Omi alternative is Plaud (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Omi compared with 7 alternatives: Plaud, Bee, Pocket, TwinMind, HiNotes and 2 more.
Omi has a free plan. Paid plans start at $29.99 per month; $269.91 per year. 6 of the 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| OmiThis tool | Free plan · from $29.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Plaud | Free plan · from $8.33/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Bee | Free plan · from $11.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Free plan · from $19.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android | |
| TwinMind | Free plan · from $11.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| HiNotes | Free plan · from $12.99 | Yes | Web |
| TicNote | Free plan · from $16.58/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Viaim | From $149.99 one-time | No | Web |
Price against what you get
Omi starts at $29.99 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 3 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Plaud, Pocket and TwinMind.
Bee and TicNote start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Omi
Plaud
AI voice recorder devices with an app for transcripts and summaries
- Plaud starts at $8.33 per month on Pro, billed annually ($17.99 billed monthly).
- Plaud also lists a Windows app.
- Plaud also covers templates.
- Plaud does not cover chat assistant and tasks, which Omi does.
Suits: People who want a pocket recorder for in-person meetings and calls
Bee
Wearable AI recorder that summarizes conversations and suggests to-dos
- Bee starts at $11.99 per month, billed monthly ($99.99 billed yearly).
- Bee also lists a Windows app.
- Bee lists no web app, which Omi has.
Suits: People who want an always-on wearable memory for daily conversations
Pocket
Clip-on voice recorder that turns conversations into summaries
- Pocket starts at $19.99 per month, billed yearly ($239.88).
- Pocket lists no macOS app, which Omi has.
- Pocket does not cover tasks, which Omi does.
Suits: In-person meetings and calls where no bot can join
TwinMind
All-day transcription and memory app for meetings and conversations
- TwinMind starts at $11.99 per month, billed annually ($14.99 billed monthly).
- TwinMind also lists a Windows app and a browser extension.
- TwinMind does not cover tasks, which Omi does.
Suits: People who want one running record of meetings, calls and in-person conversations
HiNotes
Note service for recordings made on HiDock recorders
- HiNotes starts at $12.99 for 1,200 Pro minutes, quota never expires.
- HiNotes lists no iOS, Android and macOS apps, which Omi has.
- HiNotes also covers templates.
- HiNotes does not cover chat assistant and tasks, which Omi does.
Suits: Owners of a HiDock recorder who want transcripts of calls and meetings
TicNote
AI voice recorders and a cloud app for transcripts and notes
- TicNote starts at $16.58 per month, billed annually ($199).
- TicNote also lists a browser extension.
- TicNote lists no macOS app, which Omi has.
- TicNote does not cover tasks, which Omi does.
Suits: People who want a dedicated recorder plus a cloud note library
Viaim
AI note-taking earbuds and recorders sold as hardware
- Viaim starts at $149.99 one-time, for the Nano+ recorder.
- Viaim has no free plan, unlike Omi.
- Viaim lists no iOS, Android and macOS apps, which Omi has.
- Viaim can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Viaim does not cover chat assistant and tasks, which Omi does.
Suits: People who want to capture in-person meetings with a worn device rather than a meeting bot
Limits worth knowing in Omi
- Cloud recording on the free plan stops at 5 hours a month; all-day recording needs Pro.
- Speaker identification and the live transcript are Pro features.
- The device is bought separately; the single-device price showed in Malaysian ringgit, and a 2-pack showed at $218.
- Recording other people can need their consent, depending on local law.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Omi?
The alternatives to Omi in this directory are Plaud, Bee, Pocket, TwinMind, HiNotes, TicNote and Viaim. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Omi.
Is there a free alternative to Omi?
Yes. Plaud, Bee, Pocket, TwinMind, HiNotes and TicNote have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Omi alternatives work on Windows?
The Omi listing does not include a Windows app. Plaud, Bee and TwinMind list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 6, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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